Knowing When its Time to Say Goodbye to Your Pet Lapoflove 2020-03-20 | The hardest part about having a pet is that they don’t live nearly as long as we want them to. Unfortunately, they cannot communicate when they are suffering and in pain. In this video, Dr. Mary Gardner provides some helpful insight to guide pet parents when it's time to consider veterinary hospice or humane euthanasia. lapoflove.com
How Do I Know Its Time to Say Goodbye by Dr. Mary Gardner Lapoflove 2024-09-26 | Listen to Dr. Mary Gardner, Lap of Love Co-Founder, providing some helpful insight to guide pet parents when it's time to consider veterinary hospice or humane euthanasia.
Dr. Dani 2024 University of Florida Vet Med Commencement Speech Lapoflove 2024-05-29 | Dani McVety DVM, Founder of Lap of Love, delivered the commencement speech at the University of Florida’s College of Veterinary Medicine graduation ceremony on Friday, May 24, 2024.
Offering Extraordinary Care for Aging Pets Lapoflove 2024-05-23 | Dr. Mike Stanford discusses the significance of end-of-life care for pets on Good Day NWA, emphasizing the compassionate services provided by the Lap of Love team, including in-home hospice and euthanasia, and pet loss support for grieving families.Lap of Love is dedicated to providing all pets and their families a compassionate and supportive end-of-life experience. Visit LapofLove.com to learn more.
Tapping for Pet Loss with Celeste Loetz Lapoflove 2024-03-20 | Discover the power of this creative tool to navigate through grief and gain valuable insights in this session with Lap of Love Grief Coach Christiana and the incredible Celeste Loetz from Turnt Up Tapping!
Saying Goodbye at Home Growing Trend for Pet Owners Lapoflove 2024-02-27 | Central Texans are increasingly opting for in-home end-of-life care for pets, with services like Lap of Love providing compassionate veterinary support, emphasizing the growing importance of pets as family members and the desire for a respectful, peaceful passing at home.Full story at CBS Austin: cbsaustin.com/news/local/more-families-opting-for-in-home-end-of-life-care-for-pets
Honoring Love & Embracing Grief Lapoflove 2024-02-19 | A discussion on ways to honor your pet's memory and find solace in your grief this Valentine's holiday.
Lap of Love - Forever Home Commercial Lapoflove 2023-12-26 | Lap of Love is the nation's largest network of veterinarians solely dedicated to end-of-life veterinary care, providing in-home euthanasia, veterinary hospice, telehospice, and pet loss support services. Visit LapofLove.com to learn more about our services and find helpful information on common senior pet ailments.
Anticipatory Grief During the Holidays Lapoflove 2023-11-01 | Join Lap of Love Co-Founder Dr. Mary Gardner and Lap of Love Grief Coach Christiana for an online discussion to assist pet owners in managing the emotional impact of anticipatory grief throughout the holiday season.
Mobile Veterinary Clinic Changing Stigma on Euthanasia Lapoflove 2023-10-23 | Dr. Spittler is one of the veterinarians with Lap of Love, and she said she joined on because she had a passion for taking care of elderly animals.“To kind of more directly be involved in the care of older animals and just help families kind of through that end-of-life care process,” Dr. Spittler said.
Caring for an Aging or Ailing Pet with In Home Pet Hospice from Lap of Love Lapoflove 2023-10-02 | A mobile pet hospice veterinarian is helping local families when tough decisions need to be made about their beloved furry friend. We welcome Caitlin Reich, DVM, Veterinarian, Laps of Love, to tell us more. For more information , visit: lapoflove.com
Pet Loss and Bereavement in the Workplace Lapoflove 2023-09-14 | An online session on pet loss and bereavement in the workplace with Erika Sinner, CEO of Directorie and Pets Are Family Advocate and Lap of Love Grief Coach Christiana.
Discussion with Sara Bader on Pet Loss Lapoflove 2023-08-10 | Lap of Love's Pet Loss Support Team discusses a first-of-a-kind book on pet loss with author, Sara Bader.
Lap of Love Provides Veterinary Hospice Care in Chattanooga Lapoflove 2023-07-24 | Veterinarian, Dr. Rachel Moe, talks about the telehospice, pet hospice and in-home euthanasia services Lap of Love provides to families going through the tough process of saying goodbye to their beloved pets in the Chattanooga area.
Mobile Vet Helps Guide Pets Through Quality of Death Lapoflove 2023-05-22 | Dr. Jason Doll, a Lap of Love veterinarian in Portland, Maine, is featured on NBC NewsCenter Maine, discussing why he found his passion in end-of-life veterinary care to help pets and pet families. A very special and heartfelt thank you to the McQuinn family for allowing us to share their story while saying goodbye to their beautiful dog Chief who crossed the rainbow bridge on this day. Chief had been struggling with health issues that would only have gotten worse. At the recommendation of their veterinarian, the McQuinn family found Dr. Jason to talk through Chief's end-of-life care and made the choice to say goodbye to Chief in his own home, in his own bed.
Discussion on Pet Aging and Loss Lapoflove 2023-05-22 | Dr. BJ Miller and Veterinarian Dr. Mary Gardner co-host an informal and interactive conversation on pet illness and loss. Our pets hold a special place in our lives. They are companions without judgment and embody the idea of loving unconditionally. So when they become sick and die, it can be overwhelming on a level that doesn't feel fully appreciated or understood by the society around them. We will discuss difficult emotions, what you can do for your pet when they have a serious illness, and how to cope after the loss.We discuss: 0:00 Introductions5:00 What is our relationship to our animals? What is their significance in our lives?9:56 How do we care for our animals’ quality of life? How to assess the quality of life for our pets? How does their quality of life affect our quality of life?14:35 What is the “joy of living” list for your animal?16:19 Thinking about caregiver burden as relates to taking care of aging and sick pets - on average, it takes around 3.5 hours a day to take care of sick and aging pets21:50 Thinking about euthanasia for your animals, it can be hard to make this decision - what is the subjective time period where it becomes something to consider?29:20 It can be hard to know when to euthanize until you’ve crossed the line. It can be a large gray zone up to that point30:12 Grieving a loss and experiencing anticipatory grief when our pets are aging or ill31:10 Animals can also experience grief: mope around, not eat, etc., and they can also react to your sadness and grief36:32 Thinking about when to say goodbye - we tend to wait too long, it’s a good idea to plan for this moment. Do you want to do it at home? Do you want to be outside?38:42 When we know that death is somewhere close, it may make sense to plan and call your vet and talk about what to do 39:57 The sooner a pet starts hospice, they will most likely live longer, and live better, longer, until they die41:05 When to get another pet? It can be different every time44:12 How often should we take senior pets to the vet? At least twice a year!45:54 How can we invite early planning conversations with our vets?47:45 Losing a pet and then getting another pet quickly after can be difficult to navigate - it’s ok to have feelings of anxiety54:30 Taking time off to care for animals is difficult in Japan. Is there peer pressure in other cultures to not take time off to be with our dying animals?56:34 How animals can take the place of people in our lives, it can be essential to have another person hear that it’s not “giving up” to choose animals in our lives. Past grief may play a role in getting a new animal because you know how hard it is when they die
Self Care While Grieving Pet Loss Lapoflove 2023-04-26 | A brief discussion on self-care tips to help pet owners through the grief journey.
Does My Senior Pet Need Heartworm Prevention? Lapoflove 2023-04-10 | Lap of Love Co-Founder Dr. Mary Gardner answers the common question if heartworm prevention is necessary for senior pets.
The Role of Animal Communicators in Grief Lapoflove 2023-03-28 | Author and Lap of Love co-founder Dr. Mary Gardner and Grief Coach Kelly Cormier discuss this relevant topic.
Navigating Pet Illness and Loss with Dr. BJ Miller & Dr. Mary Gardner Lapoflove 2023-03-09 | 0:00 Introductions4:32 The significance of our animals in our lives, it is never “just a _____”8:07 How to think about the quality of life for our animals? What to consider?10:10 Understanding the pet’s ailment (mobility, etc.), not necessarily the disease. The sooner your pet can be seen by a vet, the better their ailment can be managed. 13:35 How can a family think about caring for an older or sick pet? Things to consider: financial budgets for the pet’s care, the time that is needed to properly care for the pet, the physical aspects of care, and the emotional aspects of care. 24:07 Considering not just the quality of life, but the quality of death for your pet24:51 Caregiver burden when taking care of a pet29:00 Thinking about euthanizing your pet at home: what does it entail?36:15 Thinking about our own grief related to the loss of our animals, and how do animals grieve?40:05 Is there hospice care for animals?42:00 The subjective topic of when to get another pet 44:13 Is pet insurance realistic if you adopt a senior pet?45:46 Thinking about creating rituals when your pet is dying49:34 How to navigate anticipatory grief when one pet has died and others are ill?52:20 Can humans experience complicated grief when a pet dies? Creating bucket lists before a pet dies to help lessen the grief55:29 Do pets “hide” their illnesses? Registering small changes in your pet's behavior1:00:02 Thinking about our pets when we are the ones sick or caring for a senior pet when you are a senior01:05:13 The speed of symptoms when an animal is at the end of their life depending on the underlying issue01:07:38 Is it difficult for vets to talk about hospice and end-of-life with their clients?01:11:51 Thinking about pets that end up alone due to the death of their “parent”/person - writing a directive to make sure there’s a plan for your pets01:15:37 Why is the phrase “put down” used when it comes to pets?01:17:22 Are there any types of donors that assist with payment for pet issues?01:18:35 How to think about coping with a loss of a pet when you’re overwhelmed with sadness?
Why Is My Cat Making That Weird Noise at Night? - 🐾 Dr. Mary Lapoflove 2023-03-06 | Is your senior cat howling oddly at night, keeping your household up? Is it difficult to console them? Dr. Mary discusses how this could be a sign of cognitive dysfunction in your cat.
Can Dogs Get Vertigo? - 🐾 Dr. Mary Lapoflove 2023-03-06 | Dogs get something similar to what humans call vertigo – it is called Vestibular Disease. Dr. Mary discusses the signs, causes, and what to do if your dog has it.
Finding Meaning in Mourning - with Authors of Pet Loss Companion Lapoflove 2023-02-09 | Pet Loss Companion authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton Lopez discuss what it means to find meaning in mourning and what that looks like while grieving.
Behavioral Euthanasia Lapoflove 2023-01-27 | Lap of Love Founder, Dr. Dani McVety, discusses behavioral euthanasia and when it may be time for pet owners to consider this option.
What Is Pet Hospice? - Dr. Mary Gardner Lapoflove 2023-01-03 | In this video, Dr. Mary Gardner, co-founder of Lap of Love, teaches you what veterinary hospice is and the 5 components of that method of care. Whether your pet has a terminal illness or dealing with the issues of advanced age providing hospice can make sure they live well until the end.lapoflove.com/our-services/veterinary-hospice
How to Say Goodbye on a Good Day - 🐾 Dr. Mary Gardner Lapoflove 2023-01-03 | Dr. Mary Gardner, the co-founder of Lap of Love, is dedicated to the care of geriatric pets and helping the families that love them. As a veterinarian that exclusively works on pets in their final life stages, she has seen it all. From vision issues to mobility to incontinence to mobility issues and everything in between. Having lost one of her dogs without her being present, Dr. Mary Gardner would not want that again for any of her other dogs. But planning euthanasia can be an emotionally challenging thought. As the common saying goes, “A week too soon is better than a day too late”, Dr. Mary discusses this topic and how a pet owner can prepare for a goodbye while things are still ‘good’ to help avoid an emergency situation.
How Will WE Know its Time? Lapoflove 2022-10-10 | Learn how pet parents can get on the same page when deciding as a family if it's time for their furry family member to cross the rainbow bridge.youtube.com/watch?v=sACwZ_dFmAglapoflove.com/how-will-i-know-it-is-timelapoflove.com/resourc.../common-diseases-in-catslapoflove.com/resourc.../common-diseases-in-dogslapoflove.com/pet-loss-support-resourcespetcaregiverburden.comlapoflove.com/quality-of-life-calendar.pdf
Ways to Honor Your Pets Who Have Crossed the Rainbow Bridge Lapoflove 2022-09-09 | Learn ways pet families can honor their furry family members who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge ahead of National Pet Memorial Day from our Lap of Love Pet Loss Support grief coaches Kaitlin and Christiana. #NationalPetMemorialDay #petloss #petlossgrief #vetmedicine #vetmed
Thermal Support for Senior Pets Lapoflove 2022-07-29 | Lap of Love veterinarian, Dr. Sally Lynch, discusses thermal support for your senior fur babies. lapoflove.com
Pet Loss Support: Moving Through Grief Lapoflove 2022-06-22 | Christiana Saia, from our Pet Loss Support Team, and our Chief Innovation Officer, Dr. Mary Gardner, discuss pet loss support options and ways we assist pet families after saying goodbye to a beloved pet. lapoflove.com/our-services/pet-loss-support
Degenerative Myelopathy in Dogs Lapoflove 2022-05-19 | A conversation about degenerative myelopathy with Dr. Michael Wong, board-certified veterinary neurologist and founder of Southeast Veterinary Neurology (SEVN). Degenerative myelopathy is a condition that causes progressive changes in a part of the spinal cord responsible for nerve communication to the hind limbs, impairing a dog’s ability to walk. lapoflove.com/resource-center/common-diseases-in-dogs/degenerative-myelopathy
Dukes Bucket List: Building Beautiful Memories Lapoflove 2022-04-07 | Meet Duke, a German Shepherd with degenerative myelopathy, and his devoted mom Stacy, who have decided to seize every day with a bucket list you won’t believe. In this video, Dr. Mary Gardner has a special conversation with Stacy and Duke about how to make every last day of your pet’s life count. lapoflove.com/blog/end-of-life-care-and-euthanasia/how-to-create-a-bucket-list-for-your-pet
Senior Pet Care Q&A with Dr. Mary Gardner Lapoflove 2022-03-16 | Dr. Mary Gardner answers some FAQs on senior pet care, when it's time to say goodbye, and how to make the most of the time you have with your grey muzzles. lapoflove.com
Vision and Eye Health in Senior Dogs and Cats Lapoflove 2021-12-03 | Dr. Mary Gardner speaks with veterinary ophthalmologist Dr. Carmen M.H. Colitz and shares ideas on how to keep your pet's eyes healthy well into their golden years. lapoflove.com/resource-center/symptom-management/vision-problems-and-blindness
Pet Loss Support Options - Lap of Love Lapoflove 2021-09-19 | Lap of Love co-founder, Dr. Mary Gardner, and Lap of Love grief coach, Kaitlin Olmstead, MSW, discuss the various ways our Lap of Love pet loss support team is here to help grieving families.lapoflove.com/our-services/pet-loss-support
What to Consider When Boarding Your Senior Dog Lapoflove 2021-08-25 | Are you ready to go on vacation or head back to work but worry about your senior pet being home alone? Well, you have come to the right place! Lap of Love Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer Dr. Mary Gardner and special guest Lorraine Rhoads of Dogtopia discuss what to consider when boarding senior dogs. lapoflove.com
Pet Loss & Managing Anticipatory Grief Lapoflove 2021-08-25 | As pets near the end of their journey, pet owners might experience anticipatory grief - a range of emotions such as fear, guilt, anxiety, and frustration before losing a pet. Anxiety surrounding the anticipation of death is normal but allowing the stress to overwhelm you can interfere with your ability to enjoy the remaining time you have with your pet. Lap of Love co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer Dr. Mary Gardner and pet loss expert Coleen Ellis discuss coping with and managing anticipatory grief so that you can enjoy this precious time with your beloved pets. lapoflove.com/our-services/pet-loss-support
Lap of Love Q&A with BarkBox Lapoflove 2021-07-12 | Lap of Love Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer, Dr. Mary Gardner, and special guest Matt Meeker, co-founder of BarkBox, discuss the fun and safe enrichment toys and treats that BarkBox offers dogs of all stages. lapoflove.com
Pet Memorial Ideas: How to Make a Stuffed Animal Lookalike Lapoflove 2021-07-02 | Lap of Love co-founder Dr. Mary Gardner and her special guest, Frankie Burns, of @Petsies share how to make a plush lookalike stuffed animal of a beloved pet as a keepsake or as a beautiful gift for others. lapoflove.com/our-services/pet-loss-support
Cushings in Dogs - Everything You Need to Know Lapoflove 2021-06-16 | Lap of Love co-founder Dr. Mary Gardner and board-certified veterinary internist Dr. Tatjana Mirkovic discuss Cushing's syndrome in dogs. Dr. Mirkovic will also explain the signs, symptoms, and treatment options that veterinary internists provide. Here are some additional resources on Cushing's and veterinary specialty care:youtu.be/FBjYK4_UXBQlapoflove.com/resource-center/common-diseases-in-dogs/hyperadrenocorticism?fbclid=IwAR0_r6AQwU_EZZQKjjBQIYFp2KQHCsBsnp8u_z3CfarO8Nw-CcwjdlOLFAIdechra-us.com/management-areas/companion-animals/endocrinology/canine-hyperadrenocorticism/diagnosing-cushings?fbclid=IwAR3DHsP2QOetOoj59Vr2eyjCBr0WcEeCMPs0TWXH0NPiyhzgWUIaX6gF460vetspecialists.com/what-is-a-board-certified-small-animal-internal-medicine-specialist/?fbclid=IwAR3oCoIYoUH29nW8-RuwuklFlQO4YAP4q7qlwZ_OzC3ivm92HEZtVp9J9PM
What is Pet Cloning? Lapoflove 2021-05-18 | Lap of Love co-founder, Dr. Mary Gardner and special guest Melain Rodriguez of ViaGen Pets discuss how and why more families are choosing to clone their pets, and whether cloning might be right for your family. lapoflove.com
Creating Eternal Pet Memorials Lapoflove 2021-05-13 | Lap of Love co-founder Dr. Mary Gardner and special guest Katy Stover of Eterneva discuss creating beautiful diamonds from the ashes and fur of beloved pets who have become fur angels. lapoflove.com/our-services/pet-loss-support
Helping Dogs with GOLPP (geriatric onset laryngeal paralysis polyneuropathy) Lapoflove 2021-04-06 | Lap of Love co-founder Dr. Mary Gardner and veterinary specialist Dr. Bryden Stanley will discuss everything you need to know about GOLPP (geriatric onset laryngeal paralysis polyneuropathy) in older dogs. We hope you find our conversation informative, helpful, and enlightening. lapoflove.comYou can find Dr Stanley here: animalsurgicalcenter.com
Creating Long-Lasting Pet Memorials Lapoflove 2021-03-11 | Today, we are discussing how to create long-lasting pet memorials to remember and honor your fur baby. This month's special guest is artist and pet mom, Mandi Pratt of Greyboy Pet Prints. lapoflove.com
Cognitive Dysfunction in Older Dogs and How We Can Help Them Lapoflove 2021-02-23 | Dr. Mary Gardner and special guest, veterinary behaviorist, Lisa Radosta DVM, DACVB discuss cognitive dysfunction in older dogs. This video is rich with information and resources to help pets with CDS.Learn more here at Dr. Radosta's site: flvetbehavior.comlapoflove.com/blog/common-pet-diseases-and-symptoms/does-my-senior-dog-have-canine-cognitive-dysfunction
Lap of Love featured on FOX 4 Kansas City Lapoflove 2021-02-23 | Mary Rooney and her husband adopted their dog, Nelson, from the Humane Society of Greater Kansas City after they saw him on the FOX4 morning show. For years, Nelson was part of their family, enjoying life with his humans. But then he developed degenerative myelopathy, gradually losing the use of his back legs, and the Rooneys needed help navigating the last months of his life. They got guidance from their veterinarian and Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice. fox4kc.com/news/pet-hospice-services-help-manage-pain-anxiety-and-tough-decisions-in-final-days lapoflove.com
What You Need to Know About Arthritis in Dogs Lapoflove 2021-01-14 | Lap of Love co-founder, Dr. Mary Gardner, and founder of CARE Canine Arthritis Resources and Education, Dr. Kristin Kirkby Shaw, discuss arthritis in dogs, including the signs, symptoms, and treatment options. lapoflove.com
Laser Therapy for Senior Dogs Lapoflove 2021-01-14 | Lap of Love co-founder, Dr. Mary Gardner and founder of CARE www.caninearthritis.org, Dr. Kristin Kirkby Shaw, a small animal surgeon, and rehabilitation specialist, discuss the benefits of laser therapy in aging dogs. lapoflove.com
Managing Senior Pets Pain with PEMF Lapoflove 2021-01-14 | Dr. Mary Gardner and special guest veterinarian, Leilani Alvarez, DVM, DACVSMR, discuss managing pain and inflammation in older dogs and cats using targeted pulsed electromagnetic field (tPEMF) technology. lapoflove.com
How to Use Help Em Up Harness Lapoflove 2020-12-13 | Lap of Love co-founder, Dr. Mary Gardner, and Cary Zimmerman, from Help Em Up Harness discuss mobility issues in aging pets and the benefits of using a harness for older dogs. lapoflove.com
