Crossroads Veterinary Hospice Blogs

The terms hospice care and palliative care are often used interchangeably because there is such a close relationship between the two, however there is an important distinction. Palliative care is always present with hospice care, but hospice care isn’t always present...

  Mindfulness can be defined as a way of life in which we become aware of our present thoughts, feelings, physical experiences, and the world around us. It is recognizing everything that is in the now. Another concept important to understanding mindfulness is...

 Most people are familiar with the five stages of grief developed by Dr. Elizabeth Kubler-Ross. They are denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. What many people are not familiar with, however, is that Dr. Kubler-Ross developed these stages from her...

“Many people mistakenly believe that grief is a single emotion, but normal grief is actually a powerful, multifaceted and often uncontrollable response that human beings experience following a personally painful or traumatic event, such as the death of a loved...

"Luck favors the prepared." - Edna Mode Planning for the unimaginable should be in place whether you go anywhere or not. I'm talking about planning on a slightly deeper level than booking that boarding reservation or leaving your pet with a family member for the...

As pet owners, we all want our furry companions to live long, healthy lives filled with love and companionship. However, just like humans, cats and dogs age, and with age comes the need for special care and attention. In this blog, we'll explore the art of aging...

As our beloved pets age, it's essential to focus not only on their physical health but also on their mental well-being. Just like humans, senior pets can experience cognitive decline, and providing them with mental stimulation is crucial for their overall quality of...

Your pet is your most constant companion, your confidante, maybe even your best friend. Our animal companions become members of the family and as such, when it becomes time to say goodbye, we often feel moved to do something to honor them and keep their memory alive....