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When you’re not sure what comes next, let’s talk it through.
Talk with an experienced Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Veterinary Technician from the comfort of home. Get thoughtful guidance on changes in your senior pet, quality of life, care options, and what may come next.
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When you do not know what comes next, talk it through
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You may find yourself wondering: Is this change something I should be concerned about? Is my pet uncomfortable? What can I do at home? Would an in-home veterinary visit help? Could hospice or palliative care improve their comfort? How will I know when it may be time?
A virtual quality of life consultation offers a calm and supportive space to explore these questions with an experienced veterinary professional, helping you move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
From uncertainty to a clearer next step
Four gentle steps, all from the comfort of your own home.
Schedule your consultation
Choose a time that works for your family. Consultations take place by phone or Zoom from the comfort of home, without travel or a waiting room.
Tell us about your pet
We begin by listening to your pet’s history, diagnosis, and the changes you have been noticing. Video is optional, though seeing your pet and their surroundings may help us offer more personalized guidance.
Talk through quality of life
Together, we consider your pet’s comfort, look at possible signs of pain or decline, and talk honestly and without judgment about what the days ahead may bring.
Leave with greater clarity
By the end of the conversation, you’ll have a better understanding of your options and a thoughtful next step. That may mean monitoring at home, contacting your primary veterinarian, scheduling an in-home veterinary assessment, exploring hospice or palliative care, or discussing end-of-life care.
Meet Erin Coonrod, BS, RVT, CHPT
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Erin is a Registered Veterinary Technician and Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Technician with more than 20 years of experience in veterinary medicine. She has focused on hospice and palliative care since 2018 and works closely with the Senior Pet Vet veterinary team.
During your TeleAdvice consultation, Erin will take the time to understand what you're seeing at home, answer your questions, and help you make sense of your pet's changing needs. Whether you're wondering about a new symptom, quality of life, what level of veterinary care is appropriate, hospice support, or end-of-life decisions, Erin can help you understand your options and determine a thoughtful next step.
Jennifer Winkler
How a virtual consultation can help
Every conversation is shaped around your pet and the questions weighing on your family. These are some of the topics we can explore together.
Navigating changes in your senior pet
Changes in appetite, mobility, behavior, sleep, bathroom habits, or daily routines can be difficult to interpret. We help you make sense of what you’re seeing and determine what may need attention.
Understanding comfort & quality of life
We take a structured look at your pet’s comfort, mobility, appetite, engagement, and daily routines to help you better understand how they’re doing and recognize signs of pain or decline.
Knowing what kind of care your pet needs
Sometimes the hardest part is knowing what to do next. We can help you determine whether it makes sense to monitor at home, contact your primary veterinarian, seek urgent care, or consider an in-home veterinary assessment.
Exploring hospice & palliative care
For pets living with chronic, progressive, or life-limiting illness, we can talk through ways to support comfort at home and whether hospice or palliative veterinary care may be helpful.
Navigating end-of-life decisions
When your pet is approaching the end of life, we can help you understand changes in quality of life, talk through concerns about timing, and guide you through decisions about euthanasia without pressure or judgment.
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What can we discuss during a TeleAdvice consultation?
You can discuss changes in your pet’s mobility, appetite, behavior or daily routine, questions about comfort and quality of life, chronic or progressive illness, hospice or palliative care, and concerns about end-of-life decisions. Erin can help you make sense of what you’re seeing and determine an appropriate next step.
Does TeleAdvice replace a veterinary exam?
No. TeleAdvice provides education, guidance and support but does not replace an examination by a veterinarian. Erin cannot diagnose conditions or prescribe medications. If your pet needs veterinary evaluation, diagnostics or treatment, she can help guide you toward the appropriate level of care.
How much does a TeleAdvice consultation cost?
A 30-minute TeleAdvice consultation is $85, with no additional fees.
What if my pet needs more care after the consultation?
Erin will help you determine an appropriate next step based on your pet’s needs. This may include monitoring at home, contacting your primary veterinarian or an emergency hospital, or scheduling an in-home visit with a Senior Pet Vet veterinarian for further assessment and care.
Can TeleAdvice help me decide if it’s time for euthanasia?
Yes. Erin can help you talk through changes in your pet’s quality of life and the concerns you’re seeing at home. She can provide guidance and help you organize the factors that may inform your decision, without pressure or judgment.
Questions about the tele advice program
Honest answers about what a virtual consultation can and cannot offer your family.