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Preparing for the event

Preparing for your pet’s euthanasia is difficult but it is important to know what to expect and to be prepared so that things can be as easy as possible for you and your family. Here, you will find a list of things to consider so that everything will go smoothly and peacefully.

Choosing the right euthanasia service

When you research a euthanasia service, here are some questions/concerns you should address:

What is their availability?
Do they provide enough information about the procedure, the kind of drugs they use, their sedation protocol, euthanasia techniques, timing of euthanasia, etc...
Call them. Do they answer your questions? Are they compassionate and courteous? Do you get the feeling that they are there to help you? Do they answer the phone immediately or return your call promptly?
If it is a veterinary office, where do they do the euthanasia? Do they provide you with privacy, calm and quiet?
What kind of person is your pet comfortable...

Am I “Playing God”?

How can I make the decision to end my pet’s life? Am I God to decide if my cat should be put to sleep? Am I God to decide if my dog should be euthanized? Home Pet Euthanasia will help you find answers to these questions so that you can truly make the right decision.

Natural Death

Are you hoping your pet will pass away naturally and peacefully at home without euthanasia intervention? Find out what natural death is and how you can avoid unnecessary pet suffering in the end of life process.

Understanding Pet Pain

Animals don’t show pain. Common questions pet owners ask are: Is my cat in pain? Is my dog in pain? How do I know if my pet is in pain if he is not crying? On this page, you will learn about the multitude of ways that pets express their pain and how to recognize pet pain and pet suffering.

Should other pets be present

Other pets grieve when a pet passes away. Do they sense it? Should they be given the opportunity to say goodbye? Should they be there during dog euthanasia or cat euthanasia?

Should Children be present

The death or euthanasia of a pet can be difficult for a child to experience. How to decide if a child should be present when a pet passes away? What can you do to make things easier for your child when his or her pet is put to sleep? These very important questions are addressed here.

Videos and podcasts

View our tastefully and respectfully made home euthanasia videos. Also listen to podcasts of radio interviews, TV interviews with Dr. Annie Forslund, home euthanasia and pet hospice veterinarian.

Clay Paw Prints

We offer beautiful Clay Paw Prints as part of our Home Euthanasia and Cremation service. The beautiful pictures below will help you pick the perfect memorial item of your pet. The Clay Paw Prints can be engraved with your pet’s name on the front and a personal message on the back

Communal Cremation

Communal cremation with Home Pet Euthanasia, means that you will not receive your pet’s ashes back and they will be scattered at sea. Your pet’s remains will be treated with the same dignity and compassion as if you chose a private cremation.