S5E07 - Behavioral Euthanasia

In this episode Brittany, is joined by a returning guest, Dr. Katie, a compassionate veterinarian specializing in end-of-life care. Brace yourself for a challenging and controversial topic: behavioral euthanasia. Dr. Katie sheds light on the complexities surrounding behavioral euthanasia, emphasizing the sensitivity and high emotional stakes involved. As a practitioner of in-home end-of-life care, she shares her experiences dealing with cases of aggressive behavior in dogs and cats. The spectrum is broad, covering everything from biting to inappropriate urination. The discussion dives deep into the nuances of behavioral euthanasia, exploring various scenarios and shedding light on the multifaceted nature of the issue. Dr. Katie underscores the importance of understanding the root causes, whether it be health issues, past trauma, or other factors contributing to aggressive behavior. Discover the steps pet owners can take before considering behavioral euthanasia, including medication, training, behavioral specialists, and lifestyle adjustments. Dr. Katie emphasizes the importance of a thorough assessment, understanding the circumstances, and ensuring the family's safety. About Dr. Katie Stender: Dr. Katie Stender is a veterinarian based out of Northeastern Florida.  In addition to her important role as a hospice veterinarian, Dr. Katie is an active member of her community. Dr. Katie finds great privilege in being able to connect with families in their homes. She is a graduate of the University of Florida, for both her undergraduate studies, and her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine.  After graduating, she worked in a traditional vet clinic while also working with a group of veterinarians providing in-home euthanasia.  It quickly became clear what her calling was, and she started exclusively practicing in-home end of life care. Dr. Katie is excited about forming local community partnerships and serving clients more directly.     Dr. Katie loves spending time with her family. Her favorite day would be a day doing anything with her husband and two sons. She has senior two cats, and understands the difficulties of owning senior pets. She loves doing house projects, hiking adventures in the mountains, trying new restaurants, sailing, and watching a good TV show after a long day.  Dr. Katie is so grateful to be able to continue the work she loves, sharing what she believes to be the most sacred space, as a family parts with their pet, in the comfort of their home. It is with great care that she performs this service for our pets and couldn’t imagine doing anything else.  ------------------------------------------------- Follow Dr. Katie: Dr. Katie - The Hospice Vet Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ------------------------------------------------- Shop Our Store! With every purchase, 15% of the proceeds each month are dedicated to supporting a rotating selection of rescues or nonprofits devoted to improving the lives of dogs in need. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Canine Culture Podcast Store⁠⁠⁠⁠ ------------------------------------------------- Give the episode a listen on your favorite podcast platform and let us know what you think! Now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, and Pocket Casts. As always, the topics discussed are for informational purposes only and if you have specific questions about your pets, please contact your local veterinarian. ------------------------------------------------- Find Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Canine Culture Podcast Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Tik-Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review! If you have any questions or recommendations, please email [email protected].