Saying goodbye to pets around the holidays

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As so many of us know, it is incredibly hard to say goodbye to a pet we have loved either through natural passing or through euthanasia. The grief that we experience is vast, deep, and different with every loss that we experience. No matter how much time we have had...

What lessons pet caregivers and veterinarians can learn from human hospice

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[tvideo type=”youtube” clip_id=”Ajth44Sc5vI” loop=”false”] Dr Laura Purdy dives in to talking about what we as pet caregivers (and veterinarians) can learn from human hospice. Hospice care for people is an ever-changing field, with...

Introduction to Dr. Purdy’s vlog and her new certification

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[tvideo type=”youtube” clip_id=”0541DUl0pDQ” loop=”false”] In our first Video Blog, Dr Laura Purdy introduces herself and her new blog. She begins by telling us about herself and her path towards Journeys Home. She discusses a...

The Price of Pet Euthanasia, the Cost of Waiting

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The price of pet euthanasia The price of in home pet euthanasia is dependent upon a number of factors. These include: the distance your home is from the veterinary practice the size of your dog or cat crematory fees (if you wish to have the vet take your pet for...

Watchful Waiting with our Pets

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During the end of a pet’s life we engage in watchful waiting. The definition of waiting is to delay action until a particular time or event happens, to defer, or to remain in readiness for some purpose. We have both fears for our pets and fears for ourselves. We may...

Getting a New Pet after the Loss

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Pet parents and their families who have lost a pet usually want to open their homes and hearts to a new furry family member at some point. When is the time right? There is no correct answer to this question; nevertheless, here are some of my thoughts: Don’t be in a...