Sally Jo, LMSW Pet Loss Support

18/03/2025

Losing a pet is almost like losing your best friend, and to go through a loss like that can do a number on your mental health. That’s why having a good veterinary team is so important. Sally …

26/02/2025

There are a lot of obstacles and considerations as our pets age. Sally sees appointments that help people develop plans and discuss options for pets nearing end of life decisions. Reach out to Sally to schedule an appointment: [email protected]

21/02/2025

17/01/2025

Have you met Sally?

Sally has been a member of Stack Veterinary Hospital for over 20 years. Throughout her journey here at Stack Veterinary Hospital she has worked in several positions throughout the hospital.

Becoming a Social Worker was a lifelong goal realized for Sally. Upon completion of her degree, she went to work combining her longevity in the veterinary field, and her certification in Hospice and Palliative Care for Pets.

Focusing on the welfare of pets and their families during their final stages has been a passion of Sally’s leading to the publication of several articles on this topic. In her position as a Veterinary Social Worker, Sally has helped hundreds of people through the toughest part of pet ownership. Navigating end of life care and decisions can weigh heavily on those going through this process with their pet.

Quality of Life appointments with Sally offer support in a variety of ways. Whether it’s through assessing the quality of life of our pets, navigating difficult conversations, or working through the decision making process. Sally also sees appointments for people that are experiencing grief related to the loss of a pet.

If you or someone you know is facing the loss of a pet or experiencing grief related to the loss of a pet, have them reach out to Sally at: [email protected] to set up an appointment.

09/02/2024

Our Pet Loss Support Group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00pm. Stack Veterinary Hospital

24/01/2024

Disenfranchised grief is when your grieving doesn't fit in with larger society's attitude about dealing with death and loss. The lack of support you get during your grieving process can prolong emotional pain.

Types of disenfranchised grief:
Death by drug overdose
Death by su***de
Pet Death
Miscarriage
Infertility
Loss of a home
Divorce
Death of a Grandparent

If you have any questions or concerns about disenfranchised grief please reach out to Sally at [email protected]
Stack Veterinary Hospital

23/01/2024

Please let Sally know if you would like to attend the next Pet Loss Support Group. Stack Veterinary Hospital

17/01/2024

This is article is full of great information for monitoring changes in our aging pets that could be indicative of pain. Stack Veterinary Hospital

As pets age, they are more susceptible to various health conditions that can cause them pain. Dental disease, osteoarthritis, and cancer are some of the common ailments that can affect senior pets. Recognizing the signs of pain in your senior pet is crucial to maintaining their quality of life. To learn more about the symptoms that your old furry friend may exhibit when in pain, check out our latest blog. Click here to read this post: https://hubs.ly/Q02gvsSY0

16/01/2024

Pet Loss Support Group at Stack Veterinary Hospital

12/01/2024

Virtual and in person appointments with Sally are available at Stack Veterinary Hospital

09/01/2024

I am so grateful for the wonderful people I have had the privilege of supporting over the years. Stack Veterinary Hospital