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Tell Your Cat I Said...
Empathetic, friendly, and informative advice for pet guardians making end-of-life choices.

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17
Jun
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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
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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
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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
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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
20
May
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Getting by with a little help from our friends

How do I help a friend whose grief over her pets is still raw many years later?
6 min read
13
May
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Help! I need altar inspo.

What's a gal with a tuft of cat hair in a baggie to do?
8 min read
06
May
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My child is going to outlive my cat. How do I talk about it?

The secret to talking to your kids about death is to do it early and often.
7 min read
29
Apr
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It's not 'like that'

A relative keeps insisting that rescues should euthanize disabled dogs. How do I get her to stop?
8 min read
22
Apr
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My dog might have cancer, but I'm worried about how much it will cost

It's still possible to provide animals with loving end-of-life care when you have limited finances.
6 min read
15
Apr
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Is cancer treatment for cats ethical?

When does care become torment, and how much is too much in cancer treatment for cats?
6 min read