At Home Palliative Care & End of Life Services
In this difficult time, it’s important to think about how you want your pet’s journey to be. Palliative care is not something to fear, we are here to walk the journey with you every step of the way.
What is Palliative Care for Pets?
Palliative care is an emerging field in veterinary medicine that focuses on relieving pain and discomfort in terminally ill or elderly patients. Each pet and their family will have different needs. We will tailor a palliative care plan for each individual which will include recommendations on medications for chronic conditions, pain relief and nutritional guidance amongst other things. Horizon Palliative Vets is the first specialised palliative care mobile clinic in Adelaide and we believe we can ensure the most comfortable end-of-life journey for your pet.
Signs Your Pet May Need Palliative Care & Pain Management for Dogs & Cats
Every dog and cat as they get older or is diagnosed with a chronic condition would benefit from at home palliative care and at home pain management. Arthritis is the most common condition diagnosed in older patients, but other ailments like cancer, heart failure, liver disease, kidney disease or behavioural issues are also very common.
Consider palliative care if you notice your cat or dog is showing the signs below:
Stiffness or lameness
Unsettled, whimpering, licking, biting or chewing a specific area
Drinking more or urinating more
Incontinence
Struggling to keep up with day to day activities
Reduced appetite
Weight loss
Have just been through major surgery and need help with the recovery
Pain management in dogs can include a wide range of medications from anti-inflammatories to other therapies like physiotherapy, hydrotherapy and acupuncture, amongst others.
Why Choose Our End of Life Vets for At home Palliative Care Services
At Horizon Palliative Vets we are the only at home palliative care vet service in Adelaide to offer a personalised and individual approach. With experience in at home pet euthanasia, our compassionate end of life vets are available on the phone to talk through any concerns you may have ahead of the appointment. So you can rest easy you are doing the right thing for your beloved friend. We will email you a written report and plan following the appointment. Along with answering any questions, you may still have afterwards. We will also communicate with the other professionals involved in your animal’s care to ensure that all aspects of their care are covered.
Our Experienced At Home Euthanasia Vets
Dr Kaori and Dr Ana are highly experienced, committed, warm and compassionate vets who are working together to improve all aspects of the care and comfort of dogs and cats and their families at the end of their life.
