by CaringPathways | Jan 31, 2023 | Pet Hospice Care, Senior Pet
Bobby’s Story Our cat Bobby was considered elderly the day we adopted him, 9 years ago. “Thank you for adopting a senior!” the Denver Dumb Friends League (DDFL) cashier said when we checked out with our newest family member. This was December of 2013. DDFL was...
by CaringPathways | Mar 23, 2022 | Senior Pet
Do you have a beloved feline friend who is entering their senior years? At Caring Pathways, it is our goal to help you take steps to make the final chapter of your cat’s life as comfortable and memorable as possible. In this article, we will discuss healthcare,...
by CaringPathways | Nov 15, 2021 | Pet Hospice Care, Senior Pet, Senior Pet Tips, Pet Cancer, Pet Euthanasia
Pet cancer visited our home for the first time the summer between my second and third years of vet school. Tuna, my beloved 5-year-old cat, was diagnosed with high grade, B cell intestinal lymphoma. As a veterinary student, I knew it was “the bad one.” We were swiftly...
by CaringPathways | Nov 15, 2021 | Pet Hospice Care, Pain Management, Pet Memorial, Senior Pet, Pet Cancer
Pet cancer visited our home for the first time the summer between my second and third years of vet school. My husband and I had just gotten back from dinner and our 5-year-old cat, Tuna, who normally greeted us at the door, was nowhere to be seen. We checked her usual...
by CaringPathways | Feb 11, 2021 | Pet Diseases, Senior Pet
Heart Disease in Dogs What are some of the common heart diseases in dogs? Mitral valve disease- This is when the mitral valve becomes thickened and cannot close correctly. This causes an improper flow of the blood through the heart, making the heart work harder and...
by CaringPathways | Nov 19, 2020 | Pet Hospice Care, Pet Cancer, Senior Pet, Pet Safety
Did you know that November is National Senior Pet Month? It is also Pet Cancer Awareness month. With this in mind, here are some tips for keeping your senior pets healthy and happy. Tip #1: Be proactive in your senior pet’s health In our senior pets, the...
