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From iheartdogs.org<\/h1>\n

Animal Health Foundation Board Member, Dr. Alice Villalobos, is quoted in this article!<\/p>\n

Hospice Care For Dogs: Is It The Right Choice For You & Your Pooch?<\/h1>\n
by\u00a0Dina Fantegrossi<\/a><\/span>on January 02, 2019<\/span><\/div>\n
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Hospice care for dogs is a relatively new concept. Sadly, the word hospice often carries a negative stigma. It reminds us of lonely, sterile rooms and the fear of impending death. In reality, hospice care can be a wonderful gift for terminally ill people and pets. Rather than focusing on invasive medical procedures, hospice provides physical and emotional comfort to end-of-life patients and their families.<\/p>\n

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What is hospice care for dogs?<\/h3>\n

Hospice care is based on the philosophy that people and pets deserve to die with dignity. When a dog is suffering from a\u00a0serious illness<\/a>\u00a0and a cure is not possible, hospice care provides a temporary alternative to\u00a0euthanasia<\/a>. The goal is to make their remaining days comfortable with pain medications, dietary strategies and human interaction.<\/p>\n

Dr. Alice Villalobos<\/a>\u00a0is a world-renowned veterinary oncologist. She coined the term \u201cpawspice,\u201d which she describes as supportive care in evaluating and managing quality of life in the time leading up to a pet\u2019s death.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn-home \u2018pawspice\u2019 care is a wonderful next step,\u201d Dr. Villalobos says. \u201cIt should be introduced as an interval between the thought and the final act of euthanasia, if the owner really feels that their pet still has a quality of life.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Hospice care for dogs also allows families to come to terms with the impending\u00a0loss of a beloved friend<\/a>. In keeping a terminal pet comfortable, the human family members have time to come to terms with the situation. Hospice allows them to plan special moments with their dog, take family photos, and seek emotional and spiritual support.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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