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Home Euthanasia

A trip to the vet’s office has never been one of your pet's favorite experiences. It generally involves a stressful car ride, an unknown period of time waiting in a busy lobby, and a variable amount of discomfort for everyone involved.

Your pet’s last hours really shouldn’t take place in such a foreign, clinical environment. They should be spent at home, surrounded by family: in a familiar room, on a sunlit patio, or in the yard under a favorite tree.

When the time comes, Dr. Smith will come to your home to help you say goodbye to your pet. After meeting with you and your family, he’ll administer a series of 3 injections to your pet. The first injection is a combination of a tranquilizer and a narcotic; the second injection is a general anesthetic. These injections will help your pet to become quiet, fully relaxed and free from pain, usually within five to ten minutes.

When you and your pet are ready, Dr. Smith will administer the final injection, which is a concentrated barbiturate solution. The first effect of this injection is the complete loss of consciousness; afterwards, your pet's bodily functions will slow down and stop within several seconds.

Aftercare

Following home euthanasia, most pet owners choose to have their pet's remains individually cremated and returned to them. Dr. Smith trusts & recommends Cal-Pet Crematory for this service.

Dr. Smith can transport your pet's remains directly to the crematory following euthanasia; on weekends, holidays, or after-hours, he can transport the remains to a local veterinary hospital for collection by the crematory the next day.

Individually cremated remains will be delivered to your home by the crematory in 7-10 days, in a simple container, wooden box or urn. If you don't wish to have your pet's ashes returned, they can be scattered by the crematory instead.

lf you don't wish to have your pet's remains individually cremated, there are other options. These include communal cremation, burial at home, burial at a pet cemetery, or collection by a city agency.

The Hardest Decision

When your pet's quality of life is at its lowest ebb and it's clear that they're suffering, it can still be a difficult decision to put them to sleep.

Some people describe the process of making this decision as heartbreaking, surreal, or "the hardest thing they've ever had to do." Others may feel immense guilt, or avoid making the decision altogether.

Although it's difficult, planning a home euthanasia for your ailing pet is the kindest and most humane thing that you can do. It's helpful to learn more about the process, talk openly, ask questions, and plan things in advance as much as possible.

While it may sound strange to some, it can also be a great comfort to have a conversation with your pet about their quality of life and what lies ahead.

Doing these things can give you a greater sense of control in a difficult time, and allow a more peaceful experience for everyone involved.

If you have any questions regarding home euthanasia, please don't hesitate to contact Dr. Smith by phone or email.







Home Euthanasia A trip to the vet’s office has never been one of your pet's favorite experiences. It generally involves a stressful car ride, an unknown period of time waiting in a busy lobby, and a variable amount of discomfort for everyone involved. Your pet’s last hours really shouldn’t take place in such a foreign, clinical environment. They should be spent at home, surrounded by family: in a familiar room, on a sunlit patio, or in the yard under a favorite tree. When the time comes, Dr. Smith will come to your home to help you say goodbye to your pet. After meeting with you and your family, he’ll administer a series of 3 injections to your pet. The first injection is a combination of a tranquilizer and a narcotic; the second injection is a general anesthetic. These injections will help your pet to become quiet, fully relaxed and free from pain, usually within five to ten minutes. When you and your pet are ready, Dr. Smith will administer the final injection, which is a concentrated barbiturate solution. The first effect of this injection is the complete loss of consciousness; afterwards, your pet's bodily functions will slow down and stop within several seconds. Aftercare Following home euthanasia, most pet owners choose to have their pet's remains individually cremated and returned to them. Dr. Smith trusts & recommends Cal-Pet Crematory for this service. Dr. Smith can transport your pet's remains directly to the crematory following euthanasia; on weekends, holidays, or after-hours, he can transport the remains to a local veterinary hospital for collection by the crematory the next day. Individually cremated remains will be delivered to your home by the crematory in 7-10 days, in a simple container, wooden box or urn. If you don't wish to have your pet's ashes returned, they can be scattered by the crematory instead. lf you don't wish to have your pet's remains individually cremated, there are other options. These include communal cremation, burial at home, burial at a pet cemetery, or collection by a city agency. The Hardest Decision When your pet's quality of life is at its lowest ebb and it's clear that they're suffering, it can still be a difficult decision to put them to sleep. Some people describe the process of making this decision as heartbreaking, surreal, or "the hardest thing they've ever had to do." Others may feel immense guilt, or avoid making the decision altogether. Although it's difficult, planning a home euthanasia for your ailing pet is the kindest and most humane thing that you can do. It's helpful to learn more about the process, talk openly, ask questions, and plan things in advance as much as possible. While it may sound strange to some, it can also be a great comfort to have a conversation with your pet about their quality of life and what lies ahead. Doing these things can give you a greater sense of control in a difficult time, and allow a more peaceful experience for everyone involved. If you have any questions regarding home euthanasia, please don't hesitate to contact Dr. Smith by phone or email.
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