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 Euthanasia

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vetsplanation-pet-health-simplified/id1646206240?i=1000610583165

Vetsplanation: Instant Oxygen for Pets

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vetsplanation-pet-health-simplified/id1646206240?i=1000660180369

Hospice Encounters with Allison Potter from Give a Mile:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hospice-encounters/id1622451693?i=1000600429855

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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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