How do I choose between hospice, euthanasia, or hospice followed by euthanasia?
There is not one best or correct decision. Each option can be explored and the decision based on what is most comfortable for both you and your cat. Many conditions can be hospiced although there are rare instances of uncontrollable symptoms or pain. Equally important, are your time, physical, emotional and financial resources.
Where can I find group or individual support before and after my cat dies?
- Jill Goodfriend RN, LCSW, Oakland
(510) 393-1359
[email protected]
Individual counseling, complimentary first 15 minute phone consult;
Facilitator for the Berkeley East Bay Humane Society Pet Loss Support Group (free, drop-in group)
www.berkeleyhumane.org / (510) 845-7735, - Betty Carmack, RN, EdD, San Francisco
(415) 334-5036
www.bettyjcarmack.com
Individual counseling; author of Grieving the Death of a Pet
Facilitator for the San Francisco SPCA Pet Loss Support Group (415)554-3000, free, drop-in group - Argus Institute at Colorado State University
- San Francisco SPCA
How do I know it is time? How do I assess quality of life?
In addition to listening to your heart, the following resources offer guidelines:
- Alice Villalobos Quality of Life Scale
- Colorado State University Animal Care Center
- American Veterinary Medical Association - Pet Loss - Euthanasia
- www.VeterinaryPartner.com
Where can I learn about my cat's medical condition?
What happens to my pet afterwards?
I trust Bubbling Well Pet Memorial Park with cremation, burial or group cremation or you may choose another option.
Where can I learn more about pet hospice?
The Nikki Hospice Foundation
Vallejo, CA
www.pethospice.org
(707) 557-8595
Colorado State University
www.argusinstitute.colostate.edu/
(970) 297-1242
International Association of Animal Hospice and Palliative Care Foundation
www.iaahpc.org
Who can I contact if you are not available?
Dr. Shea Cox (510) 779-2744
Dr. Anthony Smith (510) 381-3389
Dr. Vanessa Wensing (925) 218-8282
Dr. Evelyn Ivey (510) 255-5984
The Nikki Hospice Foundation (707) 557-8595
Vallejo, CA
www.pethospice.org
(707) 557-8595
Colorado State University
www.argusinstitute.colostate.edu/
(970) 297-1242
International Association of Animal Hospice and Palliative Care Foundation
www.iaahpc.org
Who can I contact if you are not available?
Dr. Shea Cox (510) 779-2744
Dr. Anthony Smith (510) 381-3389
Dr. Vanessa Wensing (925) 218-8282
Dr. Evelyn Ivey (510) 255-5984
The Nikki Hospice Foundation (707) 557-8595