Quality of Life Scale

Quality of Life Scale

(Adapted from the work of Dr. Alice Villalobos, "HHHHHMM" Quality of Life Scale 2004)
Directions & Disclaimer
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0 is Pet has significant pain and/or difficulty breathing, 10 is Pain is well managed and pet can breathe on their own
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0 is Pet is not eating, even when I offer his or her favorite foods, 10 is My pet is eating normally
Hydration:

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0 is My pet drinks little to no water. Frequency of urination has decreased., 10 is Drinks a similar amount of water as previous 6 months.
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0 is My pet has ceased grooming. He or she often urinates or defecates in their bedding., 10 is My pet continues to groom themselves as well as urinate outside or in designated area (litter box)
Happiness:

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0 is My pet shows no interest in family activities or activities, treats or people that previously made them happy., 10 is My pet enjoys to play with the family as normal.
Mobility:

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0 is My pet can no longer get up without me picking him/her up. , 10 is Moves around normally
More Good Days Than Bad:

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0 is Has more bad days that good days., 10 is Has not had a change in their quality of liife.
Total Score
Scoring Intepretation

56 to 70: Your pet has a good quality of life.

36 to 55: Your pet may have issues that need addressing.

35 or under: Your pet's quality of life is poor.

Every pet's health needs are different, and we're here to help.
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Quality of Life Scale

Scoring Intepretation