Caring Pathways

06/11/2026

One of the hardest questions pet families face is knowing when it’s time.

In this video, Dr. Mavi Graves shares guidance on quality of life, hospice care, comfort care, and end-of-life decisions for beloved pets.

Caring Pathways proudly serves families throughout Northern Colorado, including Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, Timnath, Wellington, and surrounding communities.

06/09/2026

Tribute for sweet Korey 🐾🌈

"Korey came into my life in October 2022 through Second Chance German Shepherd Rescue, and from the moment he arrived, he became family.

At the time, we lived in Citrus Heights, California, in a home with a backyard that quickly became one of his favorite places. Every evening, Korey looked forward to “neighborhood bark time,” standing proudly outside, talking to the world in that unmistakable German Shepherd voice. He loved being part of the neighborhood, part of the moment, part of our little pack.

Korey went wherever life would allow. He traveled with me to Fort Collins, Colorado, to visit family, spent peaceful days at Lake Tahoe, and explored the rugged beauty of Point Arena Lighthouse on the Mendocino Coast. No matter where we went, he carried his loving, fierce German Shepherd spirit with him.

Then Millie came into our lives — a tiny Brussels Griffon with a huge personality — and somehow the two of them became perfect best friends. Korey was always so careful and gentle with her. During their play fights, he would growl dramatically while keeping his mouth open so he would never hurt her, letting Millie believe she was the fierce one. Watching them together was pure joy.

We were a pack.

But lymphoma came for Korey far too soon. At only six years old, a heart that loving and loyal should have had so many more years ahead of it.

Korey, you gave us comfort, laughter, companionship, protection, and unconditional love. You filled every place we lived with warmth and life. The house is quieter now, but your presence is still everywhere — in the trails we walk, the windows we look through, the spaces beside us in bed, in your dog hair that still lingers no matter how many times I vacuum, and in the memories we carry every day.

Millie and I miss you every single day and love you every second.

You were, and always will be, our loving muffin."

Read Korey's full tribute on our website.

06/09/2026

Today, on World Pet Memorial Day, we remember the pets who changed our lives with their unconditional love, loyalty, and companionship.

Though they may be gone, they are never forgotten.

🐾 Comment below with the pet who will always have a place in your heart.

06/08/2026

Cats are incredibly skilled at hiding pain and discomfort. What may seem like a small change in appetite, grooming, activity, or social behavior can sometimes be a sign that your cat's needs are changing.

Our Pathway to Care Assessment for Cats was designed to help families recognize subtle changes, evaluate quality of life, and make informed decisions with greater confidence and clarity.

Whether you're managing a chronic illness, caring for a senior cat, or simply wondering how they're really doing, this free assessment can help guide the conversation and support your journey together. 💜

Take the Pathway to Care Assessment for Cats today. Link to the website in our bio.

06/04/2026

Happy Hug Your Cat Day! 🐾
Celebrate the comfort, companionship, and unconditional affection our feline friends bring to our lives.

Whether they're curled up in your lap, following you from room to room, or demanding treats with perfect timing, cats have a special way of making every day brighter.

🐱 Give your favorite feline an extra hug today and share a photo of your cat in the comments!

06/02/2026

A Tribute for Nala 🐾

" We got Nala in 2012. I was 13 years old. My dad had promised me that if I got my wisdom teeth out, I could get a dog. A few weeks later, while shopping at PetSmart, I saw her and gasped at how cute she was. She was perfect. We took her home the next day.

It was the summertime, and my parents were divorced. I remember my mom would bring me over to my dad’s house at 5 in the morning on her way to work so I could see my new puppy. We spent many mornings together playing and cuddling. We were kids together.

She watched me through my teenage years, and she was the first one to greet me at the door when I came home from college. She was there when I moved on from middle school to high school, when I graduated high school, when I graduated college, moved into my first apartment by myself, and bought my first house. She even got to spend time with the dog I adopted as an adult, which I never would have had the courage to adopt had it not been for our 5 a.m. play sessions and all the things she taught me about puppyhood.

We grew up together. As I grew older, so did she, but she aged much faster than I did. We made the decision to euthanize her in May 2026, before her tumor caused her any more pain. This is when she taught me how to love an animal so much that you let them go when the time is right.

I hope that she knows how much she taught me, how much I love her, and how much I’m going to miss coming home to my dad’s house and hearing her bark for me at the door.

Nala was the best part of being a teenager and the best part of coming home. We grew up together, and I wouldn’t have the life I have today if it weren’t for her. She spent her whole life loving my dad and me, and we’ll spend the rest of ours missing her."

06/01/2026

A big thank you to the Northern Colorado community and the team for another wonderful Fire Hydrant 5K! 🐾

We loved spending the morning with fellow animal lovers, meeting so many pets and their families, and sharing more about the support and care we provide for senior and terminally ill pets.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to say hello, ask questions, and learn about Caring Pathways. We’re grateful to be part of a community that cares so deeply for animals at every stage of life.

05/29/2026

We’re honored to see our own Dr. Tyler Carmack, Director of Hospice & Palliative Care, and Dr. Chelsea McGivney, Executive Director of Operations, contributing to this important conversation about the future of veterinary medicine.

The proposed American College of Veterinary Hospice and Palliative Medicine represents a meaningful step forward in recognizing the value of compassionate, comfort-focused care for animals and the families who love them.

Read more about this exciting milestone and how you can support the future of the specialty. 🐾

Veterinary hospice and end-of-life care offers an opportunity for veterinary professionals to make an impact and provide exceptional care.

05/28/2026

What an incredible day at the 11th Training Meeting of the Order of Veterinarians! 🐾

Dr. Tyler Carmack is so grateful to the scientific committee for the invitation to present at the 11th Training Meeting of the Order of Veterinarians! Her talks covered everything from the 2026 IAAHPC Guidelines and palliative pain management to compassionate communication, euthanasia best practices, and building end-of-life care into your practice.

She was also joined by the wonderful Dr. Álvaro Narváez Godoy (Evaluating Quality of Life) and Dr. Karla Pinto (CBD in hospice and palliative care) — it was a full, rich day of learning and conversation.

Deeply thankful to be part of a growing community committed to honoring animals and their families at every stage of life.

05/26/2026

Tribute for sweet Lacey 🌈🐾

"We got Lacey right after the new year in 2015. She was extremely high energy from day one. She got pretty large pretty quickly. Along with her galloping around when she was excited, she also developed a moose call to entertain anyone in earshot. Her personality and friendliness were obvious to everyone. When the grandkids wanted to hug on Lacey and pet her, she was tolerant and calm. She became my workout buddy, she'd lay on the bed and keep me company while I did my workout videos. When she suddenly lost her appetite, it was concerning because she always had a voracious appetite. Medical exams exposed what appeared to be a fast-spreading cancer. We were devastated and made the painful decision to engage Caring Pathways. We will forever be grateful for the companionship and love that Lacey gave to us, and we will miss her terribly."