Hampton Roads Veterinary Hospice - A Caring Pathways Practice

05/29/2026

We’re honored to see our own Dr. Tyler Carmack, Director of Hospice & Palliative Care, and Dr. Chelsea McGivney, Executive Director of Operations, contributing to this important conversation about the future of veterinary medicine.

The proposed American College of Veterinary Hospice and Palliative Medicine represents a meaningful step forward in recognizing the value of compassionate, comfort-focused care for animals and the families who love them.

Read more about this exciting milestone and how you can support the future of the specialty. 🐾

Veterinary hospice and end-of-life care offers an opportunity for veterinary professionals to make an impact and provide exceptional care.

05/28/2026

An incredible honor to be invited to speak at the Faculdade de Medicina Veterinária, Universidade de Lisboa in Lisbon, Portugal 🇵🇹

Dr. Tyler Carmack presented "Redefining Success in Veterinary Medicine: Hospice and Palliative Care for Companion Animals" to fifth-year veterinary students and the staff of Hospital Escolar Veterinário FMV-ULisboa — a teaching hospital with its own ground-breaking hospice and palliative care service.

Grateful to Dr. Sofia Mouro, Dr. Esmeralda Delgado, and Dr. Mafalda Gonçalves for making this visit possible. The future of veterinary medicine is in wonderful hands.
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05/28/2026

What an incredible day at the 11th Training Meeting of the Order of Veterinarians! 🐾

Dr. Tyler Carmack is so grateful to the scientific committee for the invitation to present at the 11th Training Meeting of the Order of Veterinarians! Her talks covered everything from the 2026 IAAHPC Guidelines and palliative pain management to compassionate communication, euthanasia best practices, and building end-of-life care into your practice.

She was also joined by the wonderful Dr. Álvaro Narváez Godoy (Evaluating Quality of Life) and Dr. Karla Pinto (CBD in hospice and palliative care) — it was a f ull, rich day of learning and conversation.

Deeply thankful to be part of a growing community committed to honoring animals and their families at every stage of life.

05/25/2026

☀️🐾 As summer approaches, it’s a good time to slow down and notice what our senior pets may need a little more of

Cooler walks.
Fresh water.
More rest.
A comfortable place to escape the heat.

Our pets often age quietly, which is why the small changes matter so much.

A few thoughtful adjustments now can help keep them safe, comfortable, and happy all summer long.

05/22/2026

Veterinary medicine is coming full circle, embracing not only healing, but comforting always. We’re grateful to Dr. Chelsea McGivney, Executive Director of Operations, and Dr. Tyler Carmack, Director of Hospice & Palliative Care, for helping lead the conversation on compassionate end-of-life care in this recent AAHA Trends feature. 💚

Read the full article here:

Veterinary hospice and end-of-life care offers an opportunity for veterinary professionals to make an impact and provide exceptional care.

05/21/2026

Your pet knows your voice, your smell, your touch, and the comfort of home.

When the time comes, home can be a beautiful place to say goodbye.

At Caring Pathways, we come to you — so your pet's final moments are spent at home, surrounded by the people and the place they love most.

You don't have to do this alone 💚

05/14/2026

Comfort care is about dignity, peace, and quality of life. From pain management to family guidance, we walk beside you through life’s most tender moments. 💚

05/13/2026

You’re invited to a gentle, community-centered conversation about death, dying, caregiving, and support. 🤍

On May 19 from 6:30–7:30 PM MST, Death & Donuts and Mostly Death Stuff are hosting a virtual event featuring Chelsea McGivney, Executive Director of Operations at Caring Pathways, alongside Adam Greenbaum of Love, Baxter.

Together, they’ll discuss hospice and palliative care, end-of-life resources, grief support, and how we can approach these conversations with greater openness, compassion, and care.

All are welcome.

Registration link below.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1989232950303

05/13/2026

A gentle, peaceful in-home goodbye for a beloved dog, made possible with compassion and care.

We’re grateful to Dr. Lauren Barrow and the Hampton Roads Veterinary Hospice team for providing clarity, comfort, and support during such a heartbreaking moment. There is deep peace in being able to say goodbye at home, surrounded by love.

05/11/2026

Senior cats often change quietly, not dramatically.🐱

Subtle shifts in behavior, routine, or comfort can reflect changes in your cat’s quality of life and may indicate a need for additional support.

You don’t have to wait for obvious signs to take notice. Early awareness allows for thoughtful adjustments that can improve comfort and overall well-being.

To learn more about how we support senior cats and their families, visit our website. 💚