Jumping Off the Rainbow Bridge

Working in the pet behavior field isn't always rainbows and unicorns. Instead, sometimes it involves the Rainbow Bridge. This topic is often misunderstood and stigmatized as the dark side of behavior. However, in science and in life, it is essential we refrain from drawing conclusions or placing blame without weighing facts and exploring varying points of view. One perspective is that the practice of euthanasia is a painless and humane way of releasing a pet from their suffering when all other means have been exhausted, and can be considered a compassionate and selfless gift.Join The Amys and their extra special guest, researcher, and applied animal behaviorist, Miranda Hitchcock, co-founder of Every Dog Austin Behavior & Training, for a heart to heart discussion about this sensitive, but necessary topic. Learn about the most common reasons or considerations for behavioral euthanasia, and how to best support those faced with difficult decisions in challenging times.  Follow Every Dog Austin on Facebook and InstagramFollow Every Dog Austin on YouTube for FREE Webinars @everydogaustinEvery Dog Austin is committed to ensuring behavior treatment and training is financially accessible to everyone. Donate Today! Join the Losing Lulu Facebook GroupVisit The Honey Pot at behaviorbuzzzzzz.com for additional episode references and more information about our gracious guest, Miranda Hitchcock. Thanks, Miranda!!🌈Bee Positive. Bee Informed. JOIN US and the HIVE MIND at behaviorbuzzzzzz.comFacebook behaviorbuzzzzzzInstagram @behaviorbuzzzzzzThank you to our amazing sponsors:PRN Pharmacal, makers of Reconcile®Nestlé Purina PetCare, makers of Purina Pro Plan® Veterinary Diets & Purina Pro Plan® Veterinary SupplementsMalena DeMartini, Inc. founder, Certified Separation Anxiety Training (CSAT) & Mission POSSIBLECeva Animal Health, makers of ThunderEase® & FELIWAY® productsAmy L. Pike, DVM, DACVB, IAABC-CDBC - Co-HostAmy Learn, VMD, DACVB, IAABC-CABC - Co-HostTeryn Blais, Executive ProducerJohn LaSala, Podcast Editor