Tomas was a 13-year-old vizsla who had been recently diagnosed with liver cancer. Veterinarians predicted that Tomas had less then a few days to live and suggested immediate euthanasia.
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This message came to me after a mystical experience with a woman from Hawaii in hospice. It feels appropriate to share.
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My dog, Curly, is an avid explorer. When we’re in the woods and he’s off leash, he flies through wooded areas with glee, searching for something real or imaginary.
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It was a quiet day at hospice. There were five residents in the house—and only David was awake. David was an interesting man who spoke openly.
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I have been a hospice volunteer since 2014. I visit private homes as well as facilities that accommodate up to 10 residents. I feel it is a calling for me.
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Nancy was concerned about Mo, her 10 year old German Shepherd. Mo’s hind end had grown weak, so much so that her harness could barely keep her upright. Her body showed signs of wasting and her world was getting smaller and smaller.
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