While death itself is inevitable, the dying experience is very individual. We know our pets can not be with us forever, so when it is their time to leave us, peace and comfort are our primary focus points. Euthanasia is quite often the route we elect to end or prevent suffering in our beloved pets and can be performed in the home or in the clinic. What to expect with Euthanasia. There are times where that is either not possible, not an option for spiritual or religious reasons, or death happens before it can be done.
If natural death is the preferred route for your family, we highly recommend a hospice consultation with Dr. Amy Albrecht so you can be prepared about what may happen, what death can look like, and options to keep your pet as comfortable as we can throughout that time. We always hope natural death is peaceful, but quite often it can be stressful and difficult to witness, especially if we’re not prepared. Education for you and comfort care for your pet are our best defenses against suffering. The book Soar, My Butterfly: The Animal Dying Experience, by Gail Pope is a great guide to prepare for the dying process in our dogs and cats. Dr. Albrecht can also help guide you with medicinal and hospice management options. Please contact our office to set up a consultation.
