Forever Memories Pet Care

11/27/2024

11/18/2024

How will I know when it’s time to say goodbye?

Knowing the best time to help our furry family members pass can feel absolutely impossible. Often we are trying to find a balance between being able to spend as much time as possible with them and preventing suffering. Below are some ideas that may help guide you in this process.

- Quality of life scales - these can be used to enhance your pet’s voice, bring a subjective view to a very emotional time, and create talking points to bring up with your primary vet.

- Understand the progression of your pet’s disease - this will help you know what signs to look for!

- Reach out - knowing the options available can help you make in informed decision.

11/07/2024

Meet the Doctor!

Dr. Bergin started Forever Memories Pet Care in early 2022. She had recently moved back home to the Rockford area to be near family and was working at the Animal Emergency Clinic of Rockford when she realized how deeply she missed helping pets at the end of their life. Starting Forever Memories Pet Care was a way to continue pursuing the area of veterinary medicine she felt the most passionate about and quickly evolved into a full time job.

Now, she has been working in end of life care for 6 years of the 8 years she's been out of veterinary school.

In her free time, Dr. Bergin enjoys walks with her own 2 dogs (Ollie and Ginny), spending time with family, visiting the northwoods, cross stitch, and listening to a variety of podcasts and audiobooks.

Hopefully you do not need Dr. Bergin's services any time soon for your beloved pet, but when you do she'll be there to provide a calm and comfortable last appointment.❤️🐾