Information Resources for Readers on Hospice Care for Pets

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The concept of hospice care for pets is a relatively new field, and it’s experiencing a meteoric rise as more and more pet owners seek an alternative away from cure or early euthanasia to focus on a quality end-of-life. Even though the number of veterinary hospice practices is increasing — and many are mobile — the flip side is that people aren’t yet aware of them or are confused about the services they offer.

Here’s a list of resources to learn more about animal hospice care. To find a hospice-focused veterinarian team and services in your area, search the online resources listed below.

Animal Hospice, End-of-Life and Palliative Care Project (AHELP) (in Seattle)www.ahelpproject.org

The International Association of Animal Hospice and Palliative Care (IAAHPC)www.iaahpc.org

Lap of Lovewww.lapoflove.com/Services/Veterinary-Hospice

The American Association of Feline Practitioners
www.catvets.com/public/PDFs/PositionStatements/HospiceCare.pdf

The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
www.avma.org/KB/Policies/Pages/Guidelines-for-Veterinary-Hospice-Care.aspx

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