In Part II of this 2-part series on equine end of life practice, the focus turns to elements that contribute to a horse’s quality of life. This segment proposes the requirements of ideal end-of-life care for horses and their humans - from the time of diagnosis through aftercare including:
- Important elements to be covered in the conversations between veterinary professionals and horse owners
- Suggestions on how to support and guide horse owners through the end of life decision-making process
- Aftercare including options, associated costs, addressing practical needs, and considerations around memorialization
Running time: 32 mins
Approved for 0.5 hrs of CE credit by AAVSB RACE and NY State
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