Ethics & Human-Animal Bond

Euthanasia discussions happen every day in veterinary medicine, but their emotional nature means they can be hard to document and evaluate. This study reviewed electronic medical records to determine what clients and clinicians shared in conversations about delaying euthanasia.

Clients want to better understand their pet’s health, but don’t always get the information they need. A new study used focus groups and examination room recordings to discover the divide between what clinicians say and pet owners hear.