In-home euthanasia can
eliminate the anxiety
and stress associated
with taking your pet to
a veterinary hospital.
If you have found yourself reading this
page you are most likely faced with one
the most difficult decisions you will ever
have to make.
We offer services so that
the last few moments you and your pet
will remember can be peaceful and in
familiar surroundings.
The following information has been
provided to help bring some clarity to a
very personal and challenging decision.
Making
the decision
How can I make this decision?
Your relationship with your animal
companion is special one.
Eventually, many guardians are faced with making a life or death decision for their
companions. A decision concerning euthanasia may be one of the most difficult situations you
will ever encounter.
Your decision is a personal one, but it need not be a solitary one. Your veterinarian and your
family and friends can assist and support you.
Consider not only what is best for your pet, but
also what is best for you and your family. Quality
of life is important for pets and their people.
How will I know when it’s time?
Your veterinarian understands your
attachment and can evaluate your
pet's condition.
The advances in veterinary medicine have given us
more effective medications and protocols to treat
and manage terminal illnesses.
It's your
veterinarian's obligation to discuss all medical
options and possible outcomes. It is important
you fully understand your pet's condition. Rarely
will the situation require an immediate decision.
It is important that everyone involved in the
decision process be in agreement. The veterinarian,
the guardian and the companion animal join to
make one decision. The decision is to respectfully
remove the discomfort and provide peace.
Everyone has a different threshold for what they
consider acceptable levels of quality of life. Here
are a few general guidelines:
Your pet can no longer manage its normal
daily functions like going to the
bathroom, personal hygiene or eating
and drinking on its own
If your pet cannot respond to you
in the usual ways.
If there is an unmanageable amount of pain in its life.
If your animal companion isterminally ill or critically injured.
If the financial or emotional cost of treatment is beyond your means.
Remembering your companion
Unfortunately, the period from birth to
old age is more brief in companion
animals than in humans.
Death is part of the life cycle for all creatures.
It cannot be avoided, but its impact can be met
with understanding. Try to recall the good
times you spent with your companion. By
remembering those times, you can realize your
companion was worthy of your grief.
Planting a tree or making a charitable donation
are examples of memorials used to
honor companion animals. Sometimes
the grieving process requires
us to reach out to a grief counselor
or a clergyman. Attending
a pet loss support group
or utilizing a support
hotline help to verbalize and
process the impact this event
will have on your life.
Mortuary Services
Very Important Pet Mortuary
Over the years Very Important Pet (VIP)
Mortuary has consistently proven to be the
most reliable and compassionate mortuary
service in the Los Angeles area.
To make this
time less difficult for you, we will make the
arrangements and coordinate a private
cremation with VIP Mortuary. You may also
contact them directly at (310) 365-3224 to
discuss their services. veryimportantpetmortuary.com
International Animal Communicator
Candi Cane Cooper helps bring guidance to
those who are in need of a deeper connection
during end-of-life decisions and crossing over.
(818) 317-0487 www.candicanecooper.com