In-Home Pet Euthanasia
Saying goodbye is hard.
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The decision to euthanize a beloved pet is often one of the most difficult ones an owner can face. When a pet can no longer be kept comfortable, or their quality of life has significantly declined, euthanasia is truly one of the kindest options. Our team helps owners in the decision-making process by offering the knowledge and resources that will guide the family in making the best decisions on behalf of their pet.
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How do I know when it is time?
One of the most frequent statements we hear from clients is that they do not want their pet to suffer or be in pain. Suffering may take many different forms: physical pain, immobility, respiratory distress, or uncontrolled anxiety. What constitutes “suffering” for one pet, may perhaps be a manageable condition for another.
Understanding your pet's Quality of Life
We all want to know how to understand our pet's quality of life. Could it be better? Is my pet suffering? Is my pet uncomfortable or scared? Dr. Sara and her team have specialized training to provide the tools to best determine your pet's quality of life. Knowing what path to take can be stressful.
A quality of life discussion can help you make the kindest choice for your pet, whether it be time to say goodbye, or if additional hospice or palliative care may provide them with increased comfort for whatever time they have left. If you choose to pursue further comfort care with our team, an additional appointment may be needed to sufficiently address your concerns regarding our end-of-life care for pets.
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Saying Goodbye
When you are ready, our doctor will give your pet an injectable anesthetic and pain medication that will put them into a deep, peaceful sleep within approximately five to ten minutes. During this time, the doctor will leave the room to allow your pet to fall asleep with only their loved ones present.
Then, once your pet is completely unaware of their surroundings, the doctor will administer the final injection to complete the euthanasia. From your pet's perspective, they are just falling asleep, surrounded by the people they love. It is a very peaceful passing.
What happens during an In-Home Pet Euthanasia appointment?
We offer our end-of-life care for pets in a peaceful and gentle manner. When the doctor first arrives at your home, they will spend a few minutes allowing your pet to get used to their presence. During this time they will answer any questions you might have, and confirm your wishes for aftercare.
Our goal is to ensure you and your pet are as comfortable as possible during this most difficult time.
Aftercare
Following the passing of your beloved pet, there are multiple options for caring for them. Please choose the link below to learn more.
Schedule an In-Home Pet Euthanasia Appointment
Approximately 60 minutes
- Brief discussion if you wish, and reassurance that euthanasia is the kindest choice*
- Discussion of the in-home pet euthanasia process, and what to expect from our end-of-life care for pets
- Medications needed to provide peaceful sedation and passing
- Review of aftercare options, and arrangements for aftercare as requested
* If, after a brief discussion with the veterinarian, you decide to pursue continued hospice/palliative care, another visit may be needed to allow sufficient time to adequately enter your pet into our hospice care program.
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Service Area
Our service area extends North to some parts of Marysville and South to Tukwila. We also service the Eastside including Redmond, Woodinville, and Bellevue. Please review our service area map for details. Rates and services will vary based on availability and location within our service area. Please call for more information.