29
Jul
Help! I need something to read!
Nine books about death and grief—that aren't here to tell you how to get over it—to add to your bookshelf.
4 min read
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22
Jul
Would I be letting my cat down if I didn't stay in the room for her euthanasia?
Being present, or not, at euthanasia can be a tough decision, but you should know you have a lot of options.
9 min read
15
Jul
I miss having a dog, but I'm scared any new dog won't measure up to THE dog of my heart
No dog can replace another, but every dog is an opportunity to build a beautiful friendship.
7 min read
08
Jul
I'm getting ready to move. What do I do with my dog's remains?
When you plant a lilac over a beloved canine companion, you usually assume that you, and it, will be there for life.
8 min read
01
Jul
Guilt is eating me up: How do I find peace with it and celebrate my cat's time with me?
A reader is struggling with lingering guilt over end-of-life choices: How do you acknowledge those feelings without being consumed by them?
7 min read
24
Jun
How do I help the surviving member of a bonded pair through her grief?
The answer to working with grief is always time, but there are some things that can help for a cat who's really missing a beloved friend.
7 min read
17
Jun
How do I tiptoe into adopting a cat after loss?
I have some low-stress suggestions for exploring the possibility of adopting a cat without feeling like you're at a used car lot.
7 min read
10
Jun
How do I volunteer at an animal shelter without taking them all home?
Animal shelters are filled with future best friends, but they don't all have to be YOUR best friend.
8 min read
03
Jun
What does good quality of life look like?
What is a quality of life assessment tool? How do I use it? How did this turn into an end-of-life performance review?
6 min read
27
May
Does being scared of euthanasia mean I shouldn't become a vet?
Euthanasia can be a tough part of the job, but it shouldn't hold you back from pursuing your dreams.
7 min read