Beth Marchitelli, DVM, CVA

Small animal hospice & palliative-care veterinarian (DVM, CVA); Chi University faculty, Small animal hospice and palliative care practice; Chi University faculty · Asheville, North Carolina

Small animal veterinarian focused on veterinary hospice, palliative care, and compassionate end-of-life support.

Areas of focus

• veterinary hospice and palliative care
• veterinary acupuncture
• canine end-of-life comfort care
• integrative pain management

Articles by Beth Marchitelli

• Best Puzzle Feeders for Beginner Dogs: A Vet's Guide to Starting Slow
• Brain Games for Border Collies and Herding Breeds
• Enrichment That Keeps Dogs Cool in Hot Weather
• How Long Does a Frozen Kong Actually Take to Empty?
• Why Sniffing Tires Dogs Out More Than Walking
• Crate vs Playpen vs Gated Room for a Dog on Rest
• Ramp vs Stairs for a Long-Backed Dachshund: What Actually Protects the Spine
• Are Onions Toxic to Dogs? What Every Form of Onion Does to Red Blood Cells
• What Is a Snuffle Mat for Dogs, and How Does It Actually Work?
• How to Set Up a Crate for a New Puppy's First Night
• Cooling Options for a Thick-Coated Breed at Home
• Mats and Trays for a Messy Eater's Feeding Station: What Actually Works