End-of-life registries and support resources help companion animal owners navigate difficult welfare decisions. Better information systems improve welfare outcomes at this critical life stage.
Companion animal end-of-life welfare depends on owners having access to good information, support systems, and services at a difficult time. Quality-of-life tracking tools enable objective welfare monitoring that supplements emotional assessment. In-home euthanasia services provide a more comfortable alternative to clinic-based procedures. Grief support after loss sustains owners through difficult recoveries and helps them provide good care for future animals.