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In-Home End-of-Life Consult

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This appointment provides a veterinary assessment for the “twilight time” in your pet’s life.

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Perhaps you are wondering how to know when it's time, and would like help formulating ways to evaluate your pet's quality of life.

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Maybe your pet has been diagnosed with a terminal disease, and you want to know how to make these coming days, weeks, or months as comfortable as possible and prepare for days ahead.

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Or maybe your pet has simply entered their senior years and there is still plenty of time remaining, but you want to know how to monitor and assist them as they develop physical limitations.

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An in-home consult is an opportunity to address your questions and concerns, in a familiar setting where your pet is most likely to be relaxed.

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What does the appointment look like? 

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• Beforehand, I will review any previous veterinary records made available.

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• During the appointment, I’ll perform a physical exam (to the extent that temperament and comfort permit). Together, you and I will assess your pet’s comfort and quality of life. We’ll go over concerns you may have and your goals for your pet’s care. The focus of the appointment can be adapted according to situational needs, and may include discussion of such topics as

  • Potential trajectories of disease

  • Symptoms to monitor

  • Tools to help you develop a framework for decisions regarding euthanasia

  • Resources to help you, your children, and your other pets navigate this time

  • Palliative medication options to improve comfort

  • Options for mobility and incontinence aid
     

• I do not travel with the equipment or nurse support to perform diagnostics, so any monitoring of blood values, radiographs, blood pressures, etc must be done with your regular veterinarian.
   

• I am happy to work collaboratively with your regular veterinarian and will update them on changes in medical status.

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Fees

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Cost for an in-home end of life consult appointment:

• 60 minutes: $150

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I accept cash, check, Venmo, and credit card payment options.

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