Navigating the Loss of a Pet at Home
Losing a pet is an incredibly difficult experience. For many of us, pets are not just animals but family members whose presence fills our lives with joy...
The Rover Blog
Guidance for the hardest goodbyes
Honest, gentle advice on end-of-life care for your pet, from Dr. Katie Matzke and the Rover Veterinary Care team.
Clinically reviewed by Dr. Katie Matzke, DVM
Ensuring Comfort at Home: Caring for Your Senior Cat
Caring for a senior cat presents a unique set of challenges and rewards. These beloved feline companions often become more like family members, sharing our homes...
Steps to Take When Your Pet Dies at Home
Losing a pet is an incredibly difficult experience. These loyal companions become part of our families, sharing in our joys and comforting us in our lows. When...
Recognizing Pain in Senior Dogs: How to Help Your Aging Pet
Seeing our beloved dogs age is a process filled with mixed emotions. It brings the joy of having shared many beautiful moments together but also the concern of...
Coping with Loss: Overcoming Grief After a Pet's Euthanasia
The grief that accompanies the loss of a cherished pet can be profound, touching every corner of your heart and home. Pets are not just animals; they're family...
Caring for Your Furry Elders: Senior Pet Care Tips for Your Vacation
Welcoming an aging pet into your life fills your days with boundless love and treasured moments. However, as much as you crave adventure, the responsibility to care...
Understanding and Navigating In-Home Pet Euthanasia
Navigating the end-of-life stage for a beloved pet is undoubtedly one of the most heart-wrenching experiences a pet owner can face. The choice to perform the...
Unconventional Ways of Honoring Your Pet’s Body at Life’s End
The bond between humans and their animal companions is a profound and ancient one. It's no wonder then that, as pet owners, we strive to honor our pets in the...
The Heart Strings of Pet Loss: Understanding and Healing Through Grief
For many, pets aren't just companions; they're family. The unconditional love, the unmatched loyalty, and the countless joy-filled moments are just a few threads...
Debunking Misconceptions About In-Home Pet Euthanasia
Saying goodbye to a pet is one of the most challenging decisions any pet owner faces. In such poignant moments, the choice between in-home euthanasia and a...
Choosing the Best Farewell for Your Furry Friend: Natural Death or Euthanasia
Saying goodbye to a pet is one of the most painful experiences for any pet owner. The question of whether it's better for a pet to pass away naturally or to...
Making the Life-Altering Decision of In-Home Euthanasia
Euthanasia, a terminally divisive but profoundly human issue, presents an intersection of values, emotions, and profound empathy. Deciding whether to part ways...