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Quality of Life Consultations
Guidance for the hardest decisions.
When a pet’s health is declining, it’s natural to wonder: Is it time? Knowing when to intervene is never easy, and no online checklist or questionnaire can truly answer that question for you. Every pet is unique, and their journey—like their life—deserves to be treated with individual care.
At Cygnus, we provide personalized quality of life consultations to help you navigate this difficult stage with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
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Our Quality of Life Service Includes:
✔ A comprehensive review of your pet’s medical history, including past diagnoses, treatments, and responses to care.
✔ An in-depth discussion about their daily patterns, behavior changes, comfort levels, and overall well-being.
✔ Guidance on what to expect, including the signs of declining quality of life and a possible time frame for changes.
✔ Support in making the best decision, whether that’s adjusting care, pain management, or preparing for end-of-life options. After discussing, we may even have an idea or two to bring back to your regular veterinarian to supplement your pet’s treatment plan before you feel that all pertinent options have been exhausted.
Who This Service is For
This consultation is for pet owners who are unsure whether it’s time to say goodbye and want to make sure that all options have been tried before considering end of life services.
- If your pet has a chronic illness or progressive condition, and you’re uncertain whether they’re still comfortable.
- If your pet is aging and slowing down, but you’re not sure if they’re in distress.
- If you want to understand what to look for—subtle changes in behavior, appetite, or movement—that may indicate their quality of life is declining.
- If you need reassurance that you’re making the right choice, at the right time.
We are here to provide guidance, not pressure. Our goal is to help you feel confident in your decision, whatever that may be.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my pet still has a good quality of life?
Quality of life is more than just appetite and energy levels. Are they still interested in their favorite things? Are they comfortable? We help assess physical, emotional, and behavioral signs so you can make the best decision for them.
What happens during a quality of life consultation?
We start with a full review of your pet’s medical history, followed by a discussion about their daily life, behavior, and health changes. We then provide guidance on what to look for as their condition progresses and what options are available to support them.
Does this mean I have to make a decision right away?
Not at all. This consultation is about understanding where your pet is in their journey. Our goal is to provide clarity and support, so you feel prepared to make decisions as questions unfold. Take what we have to say and spend time thinking about your pet, take our advice back to their regular vet and discuss, or reach out to us with other questions. Our goal is to give you as much information as we can about your pet’s happiness.
Can this consultation help if I want to keep my pet comfortable for as long as possible?
Absolutely. If euthanasia isn’t the right choice yet, we can recommend integrative pain management, dietary support, medicine changes and lifestyle adjustments to improve their comfort and well-being.
How do I prepare for this consultation?
We will need you to send us your pet’s medical records before the consultation. Think about their daily habits, recent changes, and any concerns you have—we’ll discuss these in detail to provide the most helpful guidance.
Caring for Pets Across Nassau & Suffolk Counties
Offering in-home holistic care and end-of-life support wherever your pet feels most at peace.
