Preparing for the death of a pet can be stressful and confusing.  This afternoon will cover information about how to prepare for the death of a pet, comfort measures, when to decide it's time to say goodbye, what euthanasia is, "aftercare" options such as burial, cremation, memorials, etc.  There will an opportunity to share photos and stories and to discuss the grieving process. 

Planned presentations include a discussion with local veterinarian Ron Miles, DMV from Foxcroft Veterinary Services and his wife Tina Miles, DVM, from Penobscot Veterinarian Services, explaining the medical side of caring for an ailing pet.  Don Hanson, the owner of Green Acres Kennel, will discuss the more personal side of losing a loved pet.  Trained bereavement facilitators will provide enriching activities to aid with the grief related to the loss of a pet.

Recently, I wrote about a memory test you can take if you worried about forgetting things.

The topic must have struck a nerve, because it generated quite a few comments on social media.