Asheville Angel Pets Conference

This one-day conference covers many topics on pet end-of-life care to help us become more knowledgeable and comfortable with this difficult, but inevitable time in our pets' lives. We all want to lovingly care for our pets during this critical time, but we do not always know how. This conference sets out to explore these issues in an informative, lighthearted and fun way. Time will be allotted for Q&A with every presentation and an expert panel discussion is included at the end. The goal of this conference is to allow individuals to come away feeling comforted by the knowledge of what to expect and equipped with the resources to help navigate this challenging and honorable last phase of our companion animals lives. Topics: • Assessing Qualities Of Life in Companion Animals • Medical Advocacy: Talking With Your Veterinarian About End-of-Life Care • Reiki for Pet End-of-Life and Transition • Understanding Companion Animal Hospice Care • Before, During, and After the Euthanasia Process • The Value of Animal Communication • Coping with the Grief of Pet Loss • Essential Oils and Essences for transition • Panel Discussion/Q&A Speakers include local area veterinarians, bereavement specialists and animal communicators: Nancy Kay, DMV; Beth Marchitelli DMV; Mark Neville, M.Div; Rain Hummingbird; Polly Lazaron; L. Leigh Meriweather The conference highlights new advancements in holistic resources available for pet-end-of life care. It will cover the medical, practical, emotional and spiritual considerations for pets at the end of their lives. Special attention will be given to grief from pet loss, which is often complex and under-addressed in our society. Understanding more about these areas will help us become better equipped to handle this critical time. Being aware of the resources available can be tremendous in our healing. Vendor area free to public during conference! Early-bird tickets $50 before April 1st, $65 after. Buffet lunch is included. A great time to learn and network! Select presentations will be recorded and available after the event.