CAM LIVE: Knowing when it’s time to say goodbye with Hannah, Amy and Nicki

Jul 01, 2021
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Only a small proportion of our dogs die without veterinary intervention and knowing when the time has come is one of the most difficult aspects of caring for a dog. Hannah, Amy and Nicki get together to share their experience, both as vets and with their own dogs. The decision is usually based on perceived quality of life and we learn that this is very individual and the way it is measured/monitored is subjective. There are tools that can help, such as the canine brief pain inventory https://www.vet.upenn.edu/.../our.../... or the quality of life scale https://www.veterinarypracticenews.co... It helps to be prepared for when the time comes and the advice is to talk to your vet practice in advance so you know what to expect and have time to consider different options such as where it will take place and cremation. Sometimes people do know ‘when it’s time’ but often trying to get perspective is extremely difficult. Having a support network of veterinary professionals and therapists plus close family and friends who know your pet well can really help. The Blue Cross have a free bereavement helpline https://www.bluecross.org.uk/pet-bere.... CAM have a booklet about end of life care https://www.camonlineshop.com/end-lif... CAM’s owner support group, Holly’s Army, can also be a place to get support and talk through tough decisions.

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