Guiding Euthanasia Choices Through Comprehensive Quality of Life Assessments

1-hour webinar from the Chronic Pain Symposium 2025, presented by Dr. Mary Gardner.
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what's included...

  • 1-hour Presentation
  • Downloadable Lecture Notes
  • Multiple-choice Quiz
  • CPD Certificate

presentation overview

Navigating the decision to euthanize a beloved pet is one of the most challenging aspects of veterinary practice. In this lecture, attendees will learn how to effectively assess a pet's quality of life by balancing clinical observations with the emotional and practical considerations of pet owners. Drawing from both veterinary and palliative care principles, this session will guide veterinarians in helping clients identify and articulate their goals of care, recognize the signs that indicate a decline in their pet's well-being, and make compassionate, informed decisions. Attendees will leave equipped with tools and strategies to support families through this delicate process, ensuring that the final chapter of their pet's life is as peaceful and dignified as possible.

meet the presenter

dr. mary gardner

There is nothing better to Dr. Gardner than a dog with a grey muzzle or a skinny old cat! Her professional goal is to increase awareness and medical care for the geriatric veterinary patient and to help make the final life stage to be as peaceful as possible, surrounded with dignity and support for all involved.

A University of Florida graduate, she discovered her niche in end of life care and is a founder of Lap of Love which has over 350 veterinarians around the country dedicated to veterinary hospice and euthanasia in the home.

Dr. Gardner published 2 books on caring for geriatric pets. "It's Never Long Enough" (dogs) and "Nine Lives Are Not Enough" (cats). She is co-author of the textbook “The Treatment and Care of the Veterinary Patient”, and is co-author of a children’s activity book focused on saying goodbye to a dog - called “Forever Friend”. Dr. Gardner also won VMX Small Animal Speaker of the year in 2020!
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co-founder of Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice

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