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Expert Advice: Health
When to Consider Behavioral Euthanasia
The decision to euthanize your dog is never an easy one. Your dog is a beloved family member and it's incredibly difficult to say goodbye. But it's even more complicated and distressing when the reason for the euthanasia is based on your dog's behavior rather than their health. You might feel guilty and wonder how […]
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| November 10, 2021
Expert Advice: Health
How to Explain a Pet’s Death to Children
After reviewing the laboratory results and examining Bella for the last time, the veterinarian met with the dog's owners and delivered news the Millers weren't expecting. Their Golden Retriever's liver cancer had progressed and would not improve. The 12-year-old dog would not survive more than a few days. Devastated by the thought of losing their […]
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| October 27, 2021
Expert Advice: Senior Dog Health
Pet Euthanasia: How to Know When It’s Time to Put Your Dog or Cat Down
The overwhelming joy of having pets is unfortunately accompanied by the inevitable sadness that comes with ending their lives. As humans, we must be witness to the death of our family member, our pet. And unlike the movies, rarely is it that they gently fall “asleep” for eternity. Instead, dog owners are in the unique […]
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| October 27, 2021
Expert Advice: Health
How Long Do Dogs Live?
Humans have much longer lifespans than dogs. This is a basic fact of dog ownership and one that many owners struggle with when the time comes to say goodbye. While we may wish our dogs could live forever, knowing how long dogs live helps prepare us for their needs as seniors, ensuring that we give […]
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| July 14, 2016