Caring for a pet with a chronic or terminal condition is a deeply emotional journey. One of the most common questions pet parents ask is, "When should we start palliative care?" The answer isn’t always clear-cut, but knowing the signs and seeking early support can make a world of difference in your pet’s comfort

Losing a beloved pet is a heartbreaking experience that can leave a deep void in your life. Pets are family, and their passing can trigger intense grief that may feel overwhelming and isolating. Understanding how to cope with this loss and finding ways to honour your pet’s memory are important steps toward healing.

When a pet is diagnosed with a terminal or chronic illness, or simply reaches an advanced age, many families wonder what comes next. Palliative care offers a bridge between active treatment and end-of-life support—focusing on comfort, dignity, and quality of life rather than cure.

Losing a pet is profoundly personal, and sometimes the people around you may not fully understand the depth of your grief. This can lead to feelings of isolation, frustration, or even guilt. Recognising that your feelings are valid—and knowing where to find support—can make a big difference on your healing journey.

Facing the prospect of your pet’s end-of-life care is difficult, and sharing those feelings and decisions with family members can add another layer of challenge. Open, compassionate communication is essential to ensure everyone understands the situation, feels heard, and can support one another during this emotional time.

Facing the reality that your beloved pet is nearing the end of their life is incredibly difficult. Many pet parents wonder whether to allow nature to take its course or to consider euthanasia as a way to prevent suffering. Understanding the differences between natural passing and euthanasia can help you make an informed.

The loss of a beloved pet can bring intense and overwhelming emotions. One of the most common questions pet parents ask is: How long will this grief last? The truth is, grief is a deeply personal process with no fixed timeline.

Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the hardest things we ever have to do. For many families, the thought of those final moments is filled with fear, uncertainty, and heartbreak. But with gentle planning and the right support, you can create a farewell that is peaceful, dignified, and deeply meaningful.

As pets grow older, changes in their mobility are common—and often one of the first signs that they’re entering their senior years. Whether it’s a stiff walk in the morning, hesitation to climb stairs, or a reluctance to go for walks, mobility issues can significantly affect your pet’s quality of life.

Hearing that your pet has a terminal diagnosis can be devastating. This news often brings a flood of emotions—fear, sadness, confusion—and many questions about what comes next. Understanding what to expect and how to prepare can help you provide the best care for your beloved.

When a beloved pet passes away, it’s not just human family members who feel the loss. Other pets in the household can experience grief and confusion, too. Understanding how pets show grief and how to support them through this difficult time is an important part of holistic pet care and healing.

As pet parents, one of the most difficult aspects of loving a dog is knowing that our time together is limited. Dogs bring immense joy, companionship, and unconditional love into our lives—and it’s only natural to want them by our side for as long as possible.

Saying goodbye to a beloved dog is one of the most heartbreaking experiences any pet parent will ever face. As they reach the final stage of life, you may notice subtle changes—or more obvious signs—that signal their time is drawing near.

Dogs are masters at hiding pain—an instinct that once protected them in the wild but now makes it harder for us to know when they’re hurting. As loving pet parents, it's our responsibility to notice the subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) signs that our dogs may be in discomfort.

One of the most heart-wrenching questions pet owners face as their beloved companion approaches the end of life is: Do they know what’s happening? Dogs are intuitive, emotionally attuned beings, and while they may not understand death in the same way humans do, many exhibit signs of awareness as their bodies begin to shut down.

Deciding when to say goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the hardest choices a pet owner may face. Horizon Palliative Vets understands the emotional weight of this decision and offers a compassionate, supportive approach to pet euthanasia that ensures dignity and peace for pets and their families.

Losing a pet is a profound experience, as pets become cherished members of our families. The grief that follows can feel overwhelming, mirroring the loss of a close friend. Horizon Palliative Vets recognises the importance of supporting pet owners through this difficult time. Here’s a guide to understanding and coping with pet loss and grief.

Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is a decision no pet owner wants to face, yet it’s often a necessary step to prevent unnecessary suffering. Horizon Palliative Vets offers compassionate guidance to help families make these end-of-life decisions with clarity and care.

We often get asked what is our opinion on how to handle other pets in the household during and after the euthanasia or the loss of a furry companion.

We often get asked what is our opinion on how to handle other pets in the household during and after the euthanasia or the loss of a furry companion.