Walking With You Through the End of Life Journey
Trusted care
Since our founding in 2010 by Dr. Larry Magnuson in the Denver Metro Area, we have continued to be a family-owned practice. We are honored to be trusted by tens of thousands of pet owners over the years, providing compassionate in-home end-of-life care services.
We are you
We are pet lovers, and we, too, understand the love and loss of a beloved pet. We want the best for our furry best friends at every stage of their lives.
End-of-life care experts
Our team is proud to be the first American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) Accredited End-of-Life Care Practice, and all of our veterinarians and veterinary technicians are Fear Free Certified.
Not just a euthanasia service
Our team of veterinary professionals is dedicated to every stage of your senior, geriatric, or terminally ill pet’s journey, providing professional advice and comfort care in their favorite spot – home.
Your beloved pet always remains within our care
We are the only end-of-life veterinary practice in our service area with a dedicated cremation operation, our sister company, Amare Pet Cremation.
What Our Clients Say
Our Services
We are proud to be your trusted in-home veterinary care provider serving senior, geriatric, and terminally-ill pets. We consist of a team of over 20 veterinarians who will travel to your home from Castle Rock to Fort Collins, providing end-of-life pet care services. We are available 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Palliative and Comfort Care Assessments
An initial assessment appointment is completely focused on maximizing your pet’s comfort and quality of life. Our hospice veterinarians assess your pet’s current health challenges, pain levels, quality-of-life indicators, and your family’s specific concerns for their care.
In-Home Quality-of-Life Assessments
One of our end-of-life care veterinary experts will evaluate your beloved pet in the comfort and privacy of your home to help you make the best and informed decision for your pet.
TeleAdvice Appointments
A TeleAdvice appointment with one of our highly-skilled veterinary professionals will facilitate virtual face-to-face in-depth conversations to help you better understand the quality of your pet’s life and your care options moving forward.
In-Home Pet Euthanasia
After a final consultation and review, our Caring Pathways transitional services allow for a dignified and respectful euthanasia with a professional veterinarian.
After Crossing Body Care
Our pet crossed the rainbow bridge within the last 24 hours and I need assistance today with aftercare arrangements.
Aftercare Services
Every aspect of your pet’s final care and arrangements is of the utmost significance in honoring the life, and the love, you shared. We will walk you through paw print memorial options, cremation services, and custom pet memorial products with our sister company, Amare Pet Cremation.
Our Service Area
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The Caring Pathways Blog
Cherishing the Final Goodbye
At the conclusion of a euthanasia appointment, as I gently tuck in the beloved pet, pet owners often say to me, “I don’t know how you do this job.” As a veterinarian who works exclusively in end-of-life care, I can honestly say that I love my job. That is not to say...
Black Cat Appreciation Day!
August 17th, 2022 Black cat appreciation day is here! Time to celebrate all things black cat and learn a little more about the wonderful world of "house panthers". Dr. Kerry's black cat, Snowball Black cats are among the most common color of cats seen in the U.S....
Social Distancing with Senior Pets
It is no doubt that the cancelled concerts, travel plans, and other summer adventures are a disappointment from this pandemic. There has also been quite a bit of generalized stress and anxiety in this time. However, I find myself grateful for all of the time I have to...
Tips for Keeping Your Senior Pet Cool in the Summer Heat
On a recent camping trip to Salida, CO we decided to visit the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park. It was an anxiety-filled day for me, and not simply because I was traversing a suspension bridge thousands of feet above the Arkansas river. It was 100 degrees, and I was...
Saying Goodbye During a Pandemic: A Letter From Our Veterinarian Team
We understand that this is one of the most difficult decisions you will ever make. And in these unprecedented and uncertain times, the reality is that our current situation makes this whole experience even more unexpected and stressful than it "typically" should be....
Benefits of Walking your Dog
January is National Walk Your Pet Month. It's not to late to celebrate with your dog and explore the benefits of this healthy activity. Your cat would likely politely decline the offer, but keep an eye on the Caring Pathways blog for at home cat enrichment ideas in...
The Second Annual Pet Memorial Day Event
There is nothing quite like being in a space that is full of grief and love. There is something in the air that cannot be present in any other place. There is a heaviness yet a lightness. There is sadness yet laughter and love. Grief is simply the reaction we have to...
4th of July Pet Safety Tips: Fireworks, BBQ, and Leftovers
The 4th of July is a wonderful time to celebrate the freedoms we enjoy in the U.S.A. It's also a day off for many people, allowing us to spend time with our loved ones including our pets. While many people have heard fireworks and pets don't mix, there are other areas...
Your Senior Pet’s Bucket List
When the time comes to say goodbye to our family pets, having a bucket list in mind is something that a number of people choose to do to make valuable lasting memories. A bucket list is just as individual and unique as our pets themselves. There is no one way to...
Consider Adopting a Senior Shelter Pet – Senior Pets Available at the Dumb Friends League
With April 30th being “National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day”, we at Caring Pathways would like to shine a light on an often overlooked segment of the pet population that makes up possibly the highest risk group at shelters: senior pets. Please consider adopting a senior pet at the Dumb Friends League.
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