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WHEREAS, November 2, 2013 is nationally recognized as Animal Hospice Awareness
Day, aiming to educate veterinarians and pet owners about pet hospice in order to make an
informed decision when the time comes; and
WHEREAS, the month of November has been recognized as National Hospice
Awareness Month and offers an opportunity to discuss pet hospice and its differences and
similarities to human hospice; and
WHEREAS, Northern Colorado is home to many loveable pets and loyal pet owners –
many whom would do whatever necessary to keep their pets safe and comfortable; and
WHEREAS, the concept of animal hospice has recently re-emerged thanks to dedicated
individuals and veterinary organizations whose hope is that families, and veterinary providers
alike, recognize that dying animals, like people, have special needs and therefore the level of
end-of-life care must remain high until a natural death occurs or euthanasia is chosen; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Kathleen Cooney and other local veterinarians are passionate about pet
end-of-life care and have been on a mission to educate pet owners on this often-avoided part of
life; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Cooney is a local veterinarian who has been nationally recognized for
her work in pet end-of-life care and pet hospice, making the process more comforting and gentle
for pets and more compassionate for pet owners.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Karen Weitkunat, Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, do hereby
declare the month of November as
NATIONAL ANIMAL HOSPICE AWARENESS MONTH
in Fort Collins.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the City of Fort
Collins this 5th day of November, A.D. 2013.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk