Dr. Purdy’s Pet Hospice Vlog & Articles
Virtual Remembering our Pets 2021 – Program video
Virtual Remembering our pets 2021 program video.
Introducing Client Care Specialists
Client Care Specialists are often the first voice you hear when calling us. They all have worked in veterinary practices, have assisted with euthanasia, and have endured the loss of their own pets.
Virtual Remembering our Pets 2020 – Program video
Virtual Remembering our pets 2020 program video.
Thoughts from an end of life care veterinarian
Quality of life is not just a concern about physical well being, but also about emotional and mental well being. It's about having both the "freedom to" and the "freedom from."
End of Life Care for Pets Around the Holidays
Some of the unique struggles faced in caring for a pet at end of life during holiday time.
Saying goodbye to pets around the holidays
It is incredibly hard to say goodbye to a pet. By preparing for the challenges and the silver linings of holiday time, we may be better able to commemorate the pet we have lost and the bond that we have shared.
Videos: Remembering Our Pets 2019
60+ people joined us in person despite Iron Man traffic. Many others sent pet tribute photos & notes that were displayed during Remembering Our Pets 2019.
WORT 89.9FM Access Hour – Listen to the Podcast
Listen to our veterinarians Laura Purdy and Katie Hilst on the WORT 89.9FM Access Hour archive...
Photos: 2019 Czar’s Promise “Inspiring Hope Walk”
Dr Laura Purdy and Dr Katie Hilst were lucky enough to both sponsor and attend the 2019 Czar's Promise "Inspiring Hope Walk" at Winnequah Park in Monona.
What lessons pet caregivers and veterinarians can learn from human hospice
In this Vlog Dr Purdy explores what pet caregivers can learn from human hospice. Vet, pet, and family members in the conversation work together to establish goals and develop a plan unique to the individuals involved.
Introduction to Dr. Purdy’s vlog and her new certification
An introduction to Dr. Laura Purdy who recently earned her Hospice & Palliative Care Veterinarian certification. The first in her new vlog series.
Photos: Remembering Our Pets 2018
Event pictures from Remembering Our Pets 2018 where the community comes together to commemorate those we lost.
Thoughts on the 2017 Hospice & Palliative Care conference
Last month I had the pleasure of attending a veterinary conference in Seattle focused on...
The Price of Pet Euthanasia, the Cost of Waiting
Although the discussion of the price of euthanasia is straightforward, the cost of waiting when a pet has a life-ending condition is much less so. There are many considerations when it comes to deciding on the right time to say goodbye to our beloved pet, and the costs of waiting are always more than monetary ...
Photos: Remembering Our Pets 2017
Pictures from our National Pet Remembrance day in Madison, WI.
Photos & Videos – Puppy Up Madison 2017
Event Photos from the PuppyUP Madison. What a festive occasion for a great cause. Thanks to everyone who participated. It was a beautiful day and spirits were high.
Watchful Waiting with our Pets
During the end of a pet’s life we engage in watchful waiting. Because of fears for our pets and fears for ourselves, we delay action until a particular time or event happens. In all reality we really have very little control over
Getting a New Pet after the Loss
Pet parents and their families who have lost a pet usually want to open their homes and hearts...
Grief: Denial and Guilt
Denial and guilt are two of the most commonly felt emotions when a pet is entering end of life or has passed away. When we let go of the guilt we feel over the loss, we can remember our pets for the joy they gave us.
Veterinary Hospice Care
Caring for an ill pet can be as intensive as caring for a human family member. Some illness is...
Photos & Videos – Puppy Up Madison 2016!
For a third year Journeys Home sponsored a team to walk and raise funds to support cancer...
Dr. Katie on WORT Access Hour
Dr Katie hosted an hour show on WORT 89.9 FM March 28, 2016 Listen to the archive: She talked...
Quality of Life: Pets don’t worry like we do!
When everyday life gets difficult for pets, their quality of life suffers. That is the time to start considering using a Quality of Life scale such as JOURNEYS to evaluate their comfort. Think of the JOURNEYS scale as a “Quality of Life Quiz,” checklist or assessment.
Photos: Remembering Our Pets 2015
Remembering our Pets 2015. National Pet Remembrance Day in Madison. Photos, speech. Annual event.
Living the change
Life is all about change. Nothing is permanent, including ourselves and those we love. As I...
Mounds Dog Fest 2015 pictures
Thank you for visiting the Journeys Home Pet booth We had have tons of fun in Angell Park for...
Introducing Dr. Catie Hawkins
Isthmus Publishing included a great article about Catie Hawkins and our work at Journeys Home...
Isthmus Article: Saying goodbye to furry friends
This week's Isthmus had an article about my services.
Hour Radio Interview with Dr. Katie
Janesville Community Radio interviewed Dr. Hilst for a full hour. "Talkin' Animals with the...
Playing God
I have often heard people say I don’t want to “play God” when referencing a euthanasia decision...
Pet Euthanasia, a Good Death
Euthanasia comes from the Greek language and translates as good or fortunate death. The...
Remembering Our Pets 2013 Photos
In honor of National Pet Memorial Day, I was proud to sponsor the “Remembering Our Pets” event,...
It’s My Calling
"Doesn't this bother you?" These are some of the comments I get from friends and acquaintances....