Losing a pet truly is like losing a family member, and the feelings that result from this event are entirely valid. Furthermore, is important to face grief and find healthy ways to cope. This helps you and your family move forward but still remember (and cherish) the life you shared with your pet. Our Veterinary Social Worker, Sally offers services that can make the journey more peaceful for your family.
- Offering consultations for end of life care
- Evaluating your pet’s foremost health needs and social and emotional well-being
- Educating owners and offering support through the end of life stage
- Anticipatory pet loss counseling: This involves giving families coping skills, emotional support, self-care, and preparation in anticipation of their pet’s loss
- Pet bereavement counseling to support grieving family members as they cope with the loss of their pet.
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We are honored to be the first general practice to earn AAHA's End-of-Life Care accreditation! This accreditation is awarded to practices that focus on elevating their end of life services. Our Veterinary Social Worker, Sally and medical team provide patients and clients with additional supportive and emotional care, further enhancing and strengthening the human-animal bond. |
- Offering consultations for end of life care
- Evaluating your pet’s foremost health needs and social and emotional well-being
- Educating owners and offering support through the end of life stage
- Anticipatory pet loss counseling: This involves giving families coping skills, emotional support, self-care, and preparation in anticipation of their pet’s loss
- Pet bereavement counseling to support grieving family members as they cope with the loss of their pet.
Pet Loss Support Group
Our Pet Loss Support Group offers a welcoming environment where pet parents can share their stories and connect with one another. Speaking openly about your experiences and feelings is an important step in the healing process, and allows you to honor your pet with others.
Call us at 315-478-3161 or email Sally at sallyjo@stackvethospital.com if you would like to take part in our upcoming sessions.
It is my goal to support families and their pets during the final stages of life. The medical advances today have proven to help animals be more comfortable in their final moments. My compassion and drive will support the family’s environment and help them spend quality time with their pet during this difficult process.
– Sally VanOstrand-Crill, LMSW Veterinary Social Worker
Pet Loss Support Group
Our Pet Loss Support Group offers a welcoming environment where pet parents can share their stories and connect with one another. Speaking openly about your experiences and feelings is an important step in the healing process, and allows you to honor your pet with others.
Call us at 315-478-3161 or email Sally at sallyjo@stackvethospital.com if you would like to take part in our upcoming sessions.
It is my goal to support families and their pets during the final stages of life. The medical advances today have proven to help animals be more comfortable in their final moments. My compassion and drive will support the family’s environment and help them spend quality time with their pet during this difficult process.
– Sally VanOstrand-Crill, LMSW Veterinary Social Worker