Enduring the agony of losing a pet
It’s a familiar story. Nearly 20 years ago, when Sarah Bang of Los Angeles came upon her cat, Bastet, it was a rescue. Bang, 50, says it was a “horrible abuse case,” so not surprisingly, Bastet was a handful at first, sometimes requiring oven mitts to handle her. But...
Just Labs, The Pointing Dog Journal, The Retriever Journal
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International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care Welcomes Lone Star College Student Chapter
[Chicago, IL, January 4, 2024] - The International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care (IAAHPC) is thrilled to announce the establishment of its newest Student Chapter at Lone Star College. This significant milestone reflects the growing interest and...
Advanced pain management protocols in veterinary hospice and palliative care
Palliative care and hospice cases present unique challenges to veterinary professionals. When it comes to treating these patients, some of our most used medications in hospice and palliative care plans may be less frequently used in general practice, as the...
2024 IAAHPC Conference: Elevating Animal Hospice and Palliative Care on the Global Stage
[Chicago, IL, November 1, 2023] — The International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care (IAAHPC) is thrilled to announce the upcoming 24 In '24 Virtual Conference, scheduled to take place from September 26 to 29, 2024. Dr. Sara Hopkins, IAAHPC...
Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Veterinarians and Technicians Shine in 2023 Graduation
[October 13, 2023, Southlake, TX] – The International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care (IAAHPC) is thrilled to announce the graduation of its newest class of Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Veterinarians and Technicians. These dedicated...
Groundbreaking 2023 AAFP/IAAHPC Feline Hospice and Palliative Care Guidelines Released
New Guidelines Emphasize Empathy, Addressing Patient Needs, and Communication in Caring for Cats with Long-term or Life-limiting Diseases BRIDGEWATER, NJ, and CHICAGO, IL; October 3, 2023 – The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP), the trusted leader in...
IAAHPC Press Release PETS Award Winners 2023 Paving the Way
Winners Announced for the Prestigious PETS Award: 5 Students Granted Free Registration to2023 Paving the Way IAAHPC Conference [Fort Worth, TX, July 28, 2023] – The International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care (IAAHPC) is thrilled to announce the...
What Happens When a Priest, a PhD, and a Designer Collaborate?
You Get a New Look at Permanent Placementby Susan Cushing They say there's nothing new under the sun, but that doesn't take into account those creative souls who fashion something entirely unique from something that's very familiar. Such an artist is Gerardo Garcia,...
Lap of Love Sponsors Annual International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care Conference for a Second Year
TAMPA, FL (June 7, 2022) – The International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care (IAAHPC) will be hosting its upcoming annual conference virtually from September 30 to October 2. For the second year in a row, Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice will be the...
