Providing compassionate, comprehensive hospice care is one of the most delicate and vital responsibilities of any veterinary team. As more families seek comfort-focused care for their pets, clinics are increasingly turning to innovative tools like telemedicine and remote monitoring to better support their patients—and each other.
The Challenge of Hospice Care in Veterinary Practice
End-of-life care is emotionally complex and logistically demanding. Hospice patients often require:
- Frequent check-ins to assess comfort and quality of life
- Guidance for families making difficult decisions
- Timely support when symptoms change unexpectedly
Traditionally, these needs have meant frequent in-person visits or after-hours calls—placing a heavy burden on veterinary teams and pet families alike.
How Telemedicine Supports Hospice Care
TelmyVet enables your clinic to deliver high-quality hospice care without the stress of unnecessary travel or clinic visits. With this platform, your team can:
- Conduct virtual check-ins, easing the strain on pets and families
- Support decision-making with tools like quality-of-life (QOL) questionnaires, pain scales, assessment forms, and educational materials
- Coordinate more effectively, using shared digital records and video consultations to align care across your team
Clients no longer need to wait for an appointment—they can get the guidance and emotional support they need, right from home.
The Power of Remote Monitoring
Pairing telemedicine with PetPace, a smart collar for pets, gives your team and pet families a clearer picture of the patient’s condition in real time. With PetPace, you can:
- Monitor vital signs and behavior remotely (e.g., heart rate variability, respiration, posture, activity levels)
- Receive real-time alerts when data indicates distress or decline
- Access advanced analytics, including Sleep, Wellness, and Pain Scores
- Make informed adjustments to care plans based on objective data trends
This added layer of insight is especially valuable for the veterinary team and families feel more confident in their decisions.
A Better Experience for Everyone
Combining telemedicine with remote monitoring allows veterinary teams to:
- Minimize unnecessary clinic visits and reduce stress for fragile patients
- Spend more time supporting families and less time on logistics
- Provide peace of mind through continuous monitoring and communication
- Deliver consistent, compassionate hospice care that reflects your practice’s values
Final Thoughts
Hospice care is evolving—and the tools you use should evolve too. Telemedicine and remote monitoring empower your veterinary team to offer more connected, responsive, and comforting care at a time when it matters most.