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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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15
Jul
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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