- Kent State University “Pet Caregiving Study”https://www.kent.edu/kent/news/when-caring-sick-pet-becomes-too-much
- Vicky’s video about Jake & exhaustion of caregiving
- Eileen Anderson book Remember Me? Loving and Caring for a Dog with Canine Cognitive Dysfunction https://dogdementia.com/dog-dementia-book/
- Caregiving is hard — take a break
-excerpt part of book’s caregiving section and the Take A Break paragraphs earlier in book
- Receive support from people who understand
- Read others' experiences
- Ask questions
- Offer solace to others
- Share your own experience
Reader Reviews
It’s so hard to euthanize a pet, both for pet parent and for the vet, but it is an act of love. I’ve gone through it twice – for Radar and for Muffin. I wish I had had this guide to help me clarify that the time was coming. This book is a compassionate guide … Read more
Thoughtful, heartfelt and comprehensive, Saying Goodbye to Your Dear Dog raises questions that I never thought I would or should have. With its questionnaires, poignant personal stories and beautiful pictures & illustrations, this book lovingly guides you through a difficult decision. Reading about Kali’s story will no doubt help other Dog parents. I’m grateful to … Read more
Saying Goodbye to Your Dear Dog is not just filled with useful answers to many questions, it’s a wonderful illustrated guide for all dog owners.