Geriatric & Palliative Medicine

Veterinary guidance and everyday solutions can help caregivers manage mobility challenges in aging pets.

Compassionate end-of-life care for birds and small mammals.

In aging patients, acupuncture’s benefits may extend beyond pain.

The Senior Dog Veterinary Society is collaborating with Antinol Plus, a companion animal supplement brand.

Human medical research shows that positive social connections help people live healthier, happier, and longer lives. Is the same true for dogs and cats?

Check out how end-of-life pet care and palliative care offers a sustainable veterinary medicine career.

Students can explore experiential learning opportunities in hospice and euthanasia, and practices can use them to strengthen their businesses in the long run.

Expert guidance on emerging ethical dilemmas, clinic workflows, communication strategies, and aftercare partnerships to help veterinary teams improve end-of-life care for companion animals.

A UK survey of 975 adults found that 7.5% of those who lost a pet met criteria for prolonged grief disorder, with symptom patterns indistinguishable from human bereavement.

Veterinary experts establish new guidelines for diagnosing and monitoring CCDS.

Loyal’s application for drug approval is another step closer to potential approval through the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.

Learn how structured frailty assessments and proactive caregiver education can transform the aging journey from a reactive crisis into a dignified, quality-focused partnership.

Proper dental care can help reduce chronic inflammation and may improve overall systemic health and quality of life.

"I think that chronic pain is more prevalent than we actually realize...we don’t always give it the attention it deserves," says Monica Tarantino, DVM, MBA.

Creating a medical and emotional support road map for patient care can take the veterinary team from “service provider” to “trusted partner.”

Investigators with the Dog Aging Project assessed 1726 feeding plans created by pet owners.

Understanding where a client is on the spectrum of concern regarding their pet’s quality of life is essential, explains Monica Tarantino, DVM, MBA, in this interview at the 2025 New York Vet Show.

Signs of pain may be subtle and be mistaken for old age, explains Monica Tarantino, DVM, MBA, in an interview at the 2025 New York Vet Show.

How AAHA’s specialty accreditation is raising the standard.

Veterinary professionals are always the voice for their patient, and that voice should be loud until the very end.

As senior pets experience mobility issues, veterinary teams play a crucial role in evaluating, diagnosing, and managing these cases.

Discover insights on senior feline health and behavior changes in this interview with dvm360.

The new Assisi Loop Lounge provides pain relief and comfort to dogs, cats, rabbits and exotic animals.

National Pet Memorial Day fosters healing through remembrance, connecting grieving families and veterinary professionals in honoring beloved pets.

Virbac and the Senior Dog Veterinary Society are combining resources to provide innovation, insight and educational resources for the industry.