Hospice of San Luis Obispo County launched the Pet Peace of Mind
program in August. It’s only one of three Hospice agencies in the
state to have such a program.
There are 140 similar programs run by Hospice agencies across the
nation.
The new program allows Hospice clients locally to keep their pets
for as long as possible, and also know their animals will be
well-cared for after they die.
Once the client dies or is moved into a long-term care situation,
their companion animals are placed in a foster home until Hospice
can find a permanent home for the pets.
Hospice clients can opt to participate in the program at any point
during their illness.
The all-volunteer agency is looking for a permanent home for a
2-year-old male cat, whose owner recently died.
Lebron now is being fostered at Primary Care Dog and Cat Hospital
on the Nipomo Mesa. He is active, healthy, current on his
vaccination and ready for a new home.
For more information about adopting Lebron, call the vet clinic at
489-4307.
More information about the Pet Peace of Mind program can be viewed
at www.hospiceslo.org or by calling Hospice at 544-2266.