Hampton Roads Veterinary Hospice - A Caring Pathways Practice

06/15/2026

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06/15/2026

If you're asking, "Am I doing enough for my senior dog or cat?" 💚
The answer isn't always simple, but the question comes from a place of deep love.

Doing enough doesn’t mean doing everything possible. It means:
✔️ Keeping them comfortable
✔️ Managing pain and mobility
✔️ Protecting their quality of life
✔️ Giving them safety, routine, and love
✔️ Making sustainable decisions for your whole family

Your pet doesn’t need perfection. They need you.

Save this for the hard days, and send it to a fellow senior-pet parent who needs the reminder. 🐾

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!

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

An incredible honor to be invited to speak at the Faculdade de Medicina Veterinária, Universidade de Lisboa in Lisbon, Portugal 🇵🇹

Dr. Tyler Carmack presented "Redefining Success in Veterinary Medicine: Hospice and Palliative Care for Companion Animals" to fifth-year veterinary students and the staff of Hospital Escolar Veterinário FMV-ULisboa — a teaching hospital with its own ground-breaking hospice and palliative care service.

Grateful to Dr. Sofia Mouro, Dr. Esmeralda Delgado, and Dr. Mafalda Gonçalves for making this visit possible. The future of veterinary medicine is in wonderful hands.
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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 f ull, 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.

05/25/2026

☀️🐾 As summer approaches, it’s a good time to slow down and notice what our senior pets may need a little more of

Cooler walks.
Fresh water.
More rest.
A comfortable place to escape the heat.

Our pets often age quietly, which is why the small changes matter so much.

A few thoughtful adjustments now can help keep them safe, comfortable, and happy all summer long.

05/22/2026

Veterinary medicine is coming full circle, embracing not only healing, but comforting always. We’re grateful to Dr. Chelsea McGivney, Executive Director of Operations, and Dr. Tyler Carmack, Director of Hospice & Palliative Care, for helping lead the conversation on compassionate end-of-life care in this recent AAHA Trends feature. 💚

Read the full article here:

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