Roundwood Pet Hospice

22/10/2026

Want to know more about how to upgrade your older pet’s life? Read our new blog- link in bio.

20/10/2026

Do you want to know more about how to improve your older pets’ quality of life? We can help. With loads of hints and tips on our website, with in-home end-of-life consultations, we are here to help you every step of the way.

16/10/2026

Many families have appreciated how our care doesn’t finish at the end of our visit. We follow up with support to help you navigate life with grief.

15/10/2026

Nobody wants to think about saying goodbye to a much-loved pet.

But having a plan doesn’t mean giving up on them. It simply means you’re prepared if things change.

We share practical advice about senior pets, quality of life and end-of-life care here and on the Roundwood Pet Hospice website.

28/09/2026

Woweee!! Look what we received from not one, but two nominations in their Veterinary Awards 2026! So immensely proud of our wonderful team for being the very best for the families we serve. Time to celebrate!

25/09/2026

Another example of the very complimentary reviews we have recently received. We read each and every one as they mean so much to us.

18/09/2026

Dear Mario and Stephanie
Thank you for trusting us to be part of Salem’s goodbye. She was a truly lovely companion, and it meant a great deal to be able to help her pass peacefully.

“Thank you so much Dr Emma. Your kindness has stayed with us since we had to let our beautiful Salem go over the Rainbow Bridge last week. You genuinely made us feel so much better about our decision and for that we cannot thank you enough. We have just received your lovely kind letter which has meant so much to both of us. Thank you. Mario and Stephanie”

Salem 2026

16/09/2026

How much fitter is the average dog owner?
On average, dog owners take about 2,760 more steps per day and complete roughly 22 extra minutes of moderate exercise daily compared to people without dogs.
Studies show that this daily movement adds up to significant fitness and health differences.
More Weekly Walking: Dog owners walk a median of 160 to 248 minutes per week just with their pets. According to findings from the British Psychological Society, dog walkers are about twice as likely to meet the recommended 150 minutes of weekly physical activity.
Hitting Exercise Targets: Research indicates that dog owners are four times more likely to hit their daily exercise goals than non-owners.
Lower Obesity Rates: Data shows that dog owners have lower obesity rates (around 29%) compared to non-pet owners (32% to 37%)
Total Distance: The average dog owner walks between 750 and 870 miles per year simply while taking their dog out for exercise.

Proof that owning a dog is fantastic for your physical health.

And don’t forget, even if your older doggy can no longer walk the distances they used to- pet strollers are now a much more available and accessible way to get out with them.

04/09/2026

Dear Rachel,
Thank you for letting us be with you and your family as you said goodbye to Redz. He was a very special companion, and it was an honour to help him on his final journey.

“….Redz was the best, amazing and handsome human dog anyone could wish for. He will never be forgotten.
Rest in peace handsome Redz,we love you always -your Mummy Rachel ###”

Redz 2026

26/08/2026