by CaringPathways | Jun 5, 2025
As your beloved dog enters their golden years, you may begin to notice subtle changes: slower walks, more naps, or moments of confusion. Are these signs of normal aging, or is your companion in discomfort? This guide to comfort care for senior dogs will help you...
by CaringPathways | Feb 12, 2025
Written by Dr. Chelsea McGivney, Hampton Roads Veterinary Hospice General Manager At Hampton Roads Veterinary Hospice, we understand that making end-of-life care decisions for your beloved pet is deeply emotional and often overwhelming. Our compassionate Client Care...
by CaringPathways | Nov 22, 2024
Written by Dr. Chelsea McGivney (General Manager) and Dr. Megan Coveyou (CO Lead Veterinarian) We believe that the end of a pet’s life is one of the most sacred and significant moments in their journey. Our mission is to ensure that pets and their families...
by CaringPathways | Mar 4, 2024
Our beloved pets are important parts of our families. Witnessing our pets’ age, or having to face a terminal illness can be one of the most challenging aspects of being pet people. In such situations, hospice and palliative care can provide comfort, support, and...
by CaringPathways | Jul 19, 2023
As told through the story of sweet Rylie, a Caring Pathways hospice patient. Rylie was always a happy dog — arguably one of the happiest dogs that ever lived. She always had a smile on her face and such a wiggly nubbin of a tail that her whole bottom swayed back and...
by CaringPathways | Jan 31, 2023
Bobby’s Story Our cat Bobby was considered elderly the day we adopted him, 9 years ago. “Thank you for adopting a senior!” the Denver Dumb Friends League (DDFL) cashier said when we checked out with our newest family member. This was December of 2013. DDFL was...
