Pawspice
End of Life Care
At Elite Pet Care, we understand how strong your bond is with your pet, because we feel that bond with our pets too. We also understand how stressful it can be caring for an ailing or aging pet. When you leave for work for the day, your pet is always in the back of your mind. Are they doing okay? Did they take their medication? Or maybe they require around the clock care and you need extra support. Maybe they need more specialized care than you are able to give.
This stage of their life is about celebrating every moment with them and increasing their quality of life. We will coordinate with you and your pet's veterinarian to help enhance your pet's care, seeing to their comfort and medical needs. Since very pet's needs are unique, we will discuss what options are available to help your pet through this final stage with grace and dignity.
This stage of their life is about celebrating every moment with them and increasing their quality of life. We will coordinate with you and your pet's veterinarian to help enhance your pet's care, seeing to their comfort and medical needs. Since very pet's needs are unique, we will discuss what options are available to help your pet through this final stage with grace and dignity.
Pawspice Services
In addition to our Daily Pet Care services, we are able to offer our Elite Pet Care family members the following specialty services for elderly pets, if needed and deemed appropriate by your pet's Veterinarian or Veterinary Specialist:
- Hygiene Maintenance (Bathing, Brushing, Sanitary Trims, Diapers)
- Contentment (mental stimulation, socialization, grooming and fun activities)
- Mobility Support (Slings, Harnesses, Assisted Walking)
- Medications Given (Tablet, Liquid, Transdermal, Subcutaneous, IM Injection)
- Nutrition Monitoring, Feeding & Supplementation
- Subcutaneous Fluids Administration
- Wound Care, Cleaning and Bandage Changing
- Stretch & Massage Therapy to Maintain Muscle Mass
- Arranging Bonding Activities for You and Your Pet (Pet Portraits, Nose Casts, Paw Print Art, etc)
All medications, prescription diets, nutritional supplements, and medical supplies must be approved and obtained through your pet's Veterinarian. We are NOT Veterinarians and are unable to prescribe prescription diets, supplements or medication. We have been trained in providing the most common at-home pet care tasks. If you are un-sure if we are able to perform a certain task, simply ask and we are happy to answer any questions you may have.
When the Time Comes
When the time comes for your pet to cross the Rainbow Bridge, we will be here for you every step of the way. If requested, we can assist you with any of the following services:
- Arranging for In-Home Euthanasia Services (with one of our trusted Veterinary Partners or one of your choosing)
- Communicating Your Wishes for Your Pet's Remains (we know sometimes its just too hard to talk about this)
- Paw Print Memorial (in Clay and/or on Canvas)
- Grief Support
When you are a part of the Elite Pet Care family, your pain is our pain too. It is not uncommon for our clients to request that we be there with them when their pet passes, and we are happy to do so if you do not wish to be alone. We understand that saying goodbye to a pet is a difficult and intimate event, so if you need a hug or a hand to hold as you say goodbye, we will be there for you. Do not hesitate to ask.