Cats
Signs of Chronic Pain in Cats
By Dr. Donna O'Leary
Cats often show pain through small behavior changes, so appetite, movement, posture, grooming, breathing, and willingness to interact all matter.
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Pet End-of-Life Care Blog
Practical, compassionate guidance for families making difficult decisions about pets who are sick, aging, or declining, quality of life, and peaceful in-home goodbyes in Nassau, Suffolk, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island.
Quality of Life
Canine Cognitive Dysfunction and Quality of Life
By Dr. Donna O'Leary
Canine cognitive dysfunction can affect sleep, orientation, house training, anxiety, and family interaction, so quality of life should include both physical and emotional comfort.
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Quality of Life
How to Use Quality-of-Life Scales for Pets
By Dr. Donna O'Leary
Quality-of-life scales are best used as guides that reveal patterns over time, not as rigid rules that make the decision for you.
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How to Think About Quality of Life for Your Pet
By Dr. Donna O'Leary
Quality of life is usually best evaluated through daily comfort: pain control, appetite, mobility, breathing, hygiene, rest, and whether your pet is still having more good days than hard days.
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What to Expect During an At-Home Pet Euthanasia Visit
By Dr. Donna O'Leary
An at-home euthanasia visit is meant to be quiet, unhurried, and centered around your pet's comfort in the place where they already feel safe.
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