Dog Quality of Life Calculator

Make thoughtful end-of-life decisions with a gentle, structured checklist based on the HHHHHMM scale. Score seven areas and adjust weights. Capture notes and track days with more good than bad. Review totals over time and export your records to CSV or PDF. Share them with your veterinarian for compassionate conversations and clearer planning together.

HHHHHMM method
7 factors & weights
CSV & PDF export
Current Score: 0 / 70 Not calculated
Important: This tool is for education and reflection only. It does not diagnose, treat, or replace personalized care. Please discuss results with your veterinarian who knows your dog.
0 = severe pain or distress not controlled; 10 = comfortable with effective pain management.
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0 = not eating at all; 10 = eating well without coaxing.
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0 = dehydrated or frequent vomiting/diarrhea; 10 = well hydrated without special support.
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0 = frequent accidents, sores, poor grooming; 10 = clean, dry, and comfortable.
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0 = depressed, anxious, withdrawn; 10 = enjoys family, toys, routine.
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0 = cannot move or stand; 10 = moves comfortably with or without assistance.
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0 = many more bad days; 10 = clearly more good days than bad.
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Summary

Weighted average (0–10): 0.0

Total score (0–70): 0

Interpretation: —

Guidance is approximate. Many clinicians consider 35 or above consistent with an acceptable quality of life. Always seek personalized veterinary advice.

Formula used

This calculator is based on the HHHHHMM framework: Hurt, Hunger, Hydration, Hygiene, Happiness, Mobility, and More good days than bad.

WeightedAverage(0–10) = Σ(wi · si) / Σ(wi)
TotalScore(0–70) = WeightedAverage · 7

Where each factor score si is on a 0–10 scale. Weights wi let you emphasize specific areas. If all weights are 1, this reduces to the standard unweighted total.

How to use
  1. Adjust the seven sliders to reflect today.
  2. Optionally adjust weights to emphasize critical concerns.
  3. Press Calculate to see today’s total and interpretation.
  4. Add notes and click Add to Log to save today’s entry.
  5. Export your log to CSV or PDF to review with your care team.

Your log is stored in your browser only. Clearing site data or switching devices will remove it.

Assessment Log

Includes example rows to demonstrate the format.
Date Hurt Hunger Hydration Hygiene Happiness Mobility GoodDays Total/70 Notes

FAQs

A reflective framework using seven 0–10 ratings: Hurt, Hunger, Hydration, Hygiene, Happiness, Mobility, and More good days than bad. It helps families discuss comfort, dignity, and daily well‑being.

Many clinicians consider a total of about 35 or higher out of 70 consistent with an acceptable quality of life. However every dog and situation is unique. Use this as a conversation starter.

Daily entries can reveal trends. In rapidly changing situations you might record morning and evening. Share consistent logs with your veterinary team to guide supportive care decisions.

Yes. If multiple caregivers rate the same day note who completed each entry. Comparing perspectives can be helpful when experiences differ. Consider averaging separate entries for balance.

Entries are kept in your browser storage on this device only. Export files to keep your own records. If you clear site data your local log will be removed.

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