Veterinary Topics

Saying Goodbye

A decision concerning euthanasia may be one of the most difficult decisions you can ever make regarding your pet.

If your pet is extremely sick or so severely injured that he or she will never recover normal health, perhaps the kindest thing you can do for your pet is help induce its death quietly and humanely through euthanasia. Your decision to have your pet euthanatized is a serious one, and seldom easy to make.

Rainbow Bridge

Rainbow Bridge

You understand that pets get older, they suffer from health problems, and several other issues can affect their lifespans. Children don’t quite understand that pets reach the end of their…
Euthanasia

Euthanasia

You may have concluded that it’s time to euthanize a pet. Or, maybe the vet told you that euthanizing is in the pet’s best interest. Now, you have a responsibility.…
The Decision

The Decision

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. How Do I Make…
The Next Step

The Next Step

The grieving process includes accepting the reality of your loss, accepting that the loss and accompanying feelings are painful, and adjusting to your new life that no longer includes your…