Peace of Mind Pet Doula
Helping companion animals and their families face the final journey with peace and dignity
Cherishing the animal human bond has always been at the heart of my purpose when working with pets and their caregivers.
Becoming a Certified End-of-Life Companion Animal Doula has been a natural extension of my work so that I could continue to support the bond of caregivers and their pets up to, and through, the final stages of their journey together.
My goal is to empower caregivers to make compassionate and informed decisions in the best interest of their pet’s needs.
What is an End-of-Life Pet Doula?
As a Certified End-of-Life Pet Doula, I assist people as they face the anxiety and fear that comes when confronted with their pet’s time of transition and passing.
A Pet Doula is someone who provides compassionate support and advocacy for you and your pet. They provide holistic, non-medical care and guidance during the final stages of the pet’s life. They are an integral part of your pet’s interdisciplinary care team that includes your veterinarian, family, friends, and other support providers, such as pet sitters and groomers.
Doula work encompasses both emotional and practical aspects of end-of-life care. It includes providing comfort, facilitating communication between all team members, and assisting in decision making processes.
The aim of the Pet Doula is to ensure a peaceful and dignified transition experience for both the pet and their human companion.
Have a plan
Having a plan eases anxiety and fear, reducing feelings of guilt often associated with difficult decisions.
As part of the interdisciplinary team providing care and support to you and your companion animal, I assist in developing a thorough and compassionate end-of-life care plan to adapt to new routines, and “what to do when” contingencies that help reduce stress, avoids hasty decisions, and allows for more supportive and devoted moments with your animal.
Services Include:
Coordinating care with other members of your pet’s interdisciplinary care team
Providing non-medical comfort and support
Providing nurturing support for troubleshooting challenges that arise when caring for a dying pet
Assisting in palliative and hospice care
Assessing quality of life
Providing evidenced based education as needed and desired
Assisting in proactive planning for the preparations for death and options for after-death care
Assisting with the creations of memorials and legacy projects.
Providing resources and referrals for after-care grief
“I wanted to spend the rest of my life with you; but instead I am deeply honored knowing you spent the rest of your life with me.” - Camille Marcotte
How to begin:
Click the Book a Call button to schedule a brief phone call to discuss what services you are interested in and how I can best assist you at this difficult time.