Navigating Tough Decisions: Molly’s Story and How to Choose the Best Care
About this episode
Dr. Alex Avery discusses the difficult decisions pet owners face regarding their pets' health, illustrated by his own cat Molly's experience with a life-threatening illness.
😮 Just because we can do more tests or treatments for our pets, doesn’t mean we should—sometimes doing everything isn’t the best choice for their quality of life! 🐾 Recently, my own cat Molly faced a life-threatening illness, forcing me to ask the same tough questions I ask clients every day: • Diagnose first! Without accurate diagnosis, you risk the wrong treatment and a poor prognosis. • Ask if additional tests will really change your treatment plan—or simply add expense and stress. • Weigh...
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