Quality-of-Life Consultations for Pets

Feeling lost and confused about what’s best for your aging dog or cat, or your pet who has cancer or a chronic illness? Not sure you want a lot of diagnostic tests or interventions, but still wonder how to care for your pet as they approach the end of their life? A consultation with our vet, Dr. Erika Bruner, can help.

Dr. Bruner focuses solely on end-of-life veterinary care. If you are looking for vaccines, treatment for a health problem, medications, surgery, or emergency care, please contact your local vet or emergency clinic.

Cat enjoying a scratch from their person

Quality-of-Life Consultation at Home

Review of medical records (not required)
Observation of your pet in their home environment, assessment of physical challenges
Physical exam of your pet (optional)
Discussion of your particular concerns
Quality-of-life assessment using JOURNEYS scale (see Resources section for this)
Review of options for care, medical and otherwise
What to expect going forward
End-of-life decision-making framework and guideposts specific to your pet’s situation
Discussion of availability, appointment scheduling, and what to do in an emergency

$325

Typically 60-90 minutes, so you can cover all your concerns

Offered during regular hours; check with the office for evening or weekend availability

Phone Quality-of-Life Consultation

Review of medical records (not required)
Discussion of your home environment, assessment of physical challenges
Discussion of your particular concerns
Quality-of-life assessment using JOURNEYS scale (see Resources section for this)
Review of options for care, medical and otherwise
What to expect going forward
End-of-life decision-making framework and guideposts specific to your pet’s situation
Discussion of availability, appointment scheduling, and what to do in an emergency

$275

Typically 45-75 minutes, so you can cover all your concerns

Timing is more flexible; check with the office for availability

Please read our Consultations article for more detailed information.

Trying to decide between the two consultations?

I strongly recommend a home visit if at all possible; there’s no substitute for what I can see and directly assess in person. But if that doesn’t work for you, a phone consultation will still be very illuminating and helpful.

You can also talk with our compassionate, specially trained support staff, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekdays and 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday (except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Christmas Eve).