The Argus Institute offers a clinical support program with counselors trained to support pet owners (970-297-1242.) There is also a pet hospice program where veterinary students provide end of life care for pets and emotional support and education for families in their home setting (970-219-7335.)
BIBLIOGRAPHIC INFORMATION: WHAT NOW? (ISBN 978-0-697-00103-5) is published by the Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Behavioral Sciences. www.argusinstitute.colostate.edu. WHAT NOW? costs $3 plus shipping and handling. For copies, call: 970-297-4143; Address: 300 West Drake Rd. Fort Collins, Colorado 80523
[Sherry Carpenter, who has won several honors from the Dog Writers of America, has been writing about pets for more than two decades; her work has appeared in several national magazines, as well as local newspapers. She is also the president of Animal Vues, an organization to assist pet owners.]
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