Quality of Life Score

Assessing a pet’s quality of life is a complex decision, as relying on intuition alone can overlook when chronic illness has significantly decreased daily comfort. Key indicators of a diminished quality of life include a loss of interest in favorite activities, a lack of appetite, and persistent pain or distress. When medical treatments are exhausted or cause more distress than comfort, an objective, structured assessment tool helps ensure decisions are focused on the pet's dignity and comfort.