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Drinking from the Toilet - On the topic of Behavioral Euthanasia - Interview with Hannah Branigan - 11/24/2020

In this episode we discuss:

  • Who makes the decision – the vet, the trainer, or the pet owner?

  • How behavioral euthanasia is an “active choice” rather than a default decision – there is no formula, and this isn’t something that someone has to do because of a specific behavior pattern or problem, but rather an option that may be actively chosen due to safety or quality of life concerns that aren’t able to be mitigated.

  • How professionals can support and guide pet owners through the process.

  • The issues of guilt and shame associated with deciding to euthanize an otherwise healthy dog.

  • The importance of self-care and good boundaries.

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