103 Pet Hospice and Humane Euthanasia with Dr. Tyler Sugarman
- 103 Pet Hospice and Humane Euthanasia with Dr. Tyler Sugarman Marie Betcher RN 30:11
Pet Hospice and Humane Euthanasia with Dr. Tyler Sugarman
In episode 103 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN, dives into the emotional and practical aspects of pet hospice and humane euthanasia with Dr. Tyler Sugarman, the host of Vetsplanation. Dr. Sugarman shares his journey in veterinary medicine, his extensive experience in emergency veterinary care, and tips on making tough decisions about end-of-life care for pets. The discussion includes managing pet pain, ensuring quality of life, and ways to memorialize beloved pets after they pass. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the parallels between human and pet hospice care, emphasizing the importance of compassion and understanding in difficult times.
00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained
00:29 Episode Overview and Trigger Warning
00:58 Introducing Dr. Tyler Sugarman
01:26 Dr. Sugarman’s Journey in Veterinary Medicine
04:29 Challenges and Rewards of Emergency Veterinary Medicine
05:39 Understanding Humane Euthanasia
07:53 Quality of Life and Decision Making for Pets
10:01 Hospice Care for Pets
11:26 Pain Management Alternatives for Pets
13:40 Personal Stories and Experiences
16:54 Grieving the Loss of a Pet
21:58 Memorializing Pets
23:58 Specialties in Veterinary Medicine
25:13 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
29:09 Conclusion and Farewell
Vetsplanation: Navigating the Tough Descision of Humane EuthanasiaÂ
Vetsplanation: Instant Oxygen for PetsÂ
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Finding a Hospice Agency
1. You can use Medicare.gov to help find a hospice agency,
2. choose Find provider
3. Choose Hospice
4. then add your zip code
This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.
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