When the time comes
I am here to help support and guide you and your family with end of life care for your pet. It is important for you to let me know what you would like to happen on the day so I can tailor the visit to you and your families wishes.
Every passing will be as gentle and as peaceful as possible so you and your family can celebrate your pets life in the best way possible.
What happens during a euthanasia appointment?
It can be an anxious time as our pets enter end of life care, especially if we don’t know what to expect.
Every appointment is given plenty of time as the most important thing is that everyone is calm and relaxed in order to provide a beautiful and peaceful passing for your pet.
This video explains what to expect from our appointment.
Once you have booked your appointment
Once we have booked your appointment you will receive a confirmation email with some additional information. Please look out for this and if you don't receive one on the same day please let me know.
You will also receive an invoice which must be paid before or at the time of your appointment. I accept bank transfer, cash, and card payments.
With end of life care I appreciate things can change quickly and if you do need to cancel our visit you will be given a full refund as long as notice is given at least 24 hours before our arranged time. If it is within 24 hours of our visit there will be a cancellation fee of £50.
On the Day
Things to think about on the day of your appointment.
Location
Does your pet have a favourite spot around the house, or a spot in the garden they loved best.
It can be nice to celebrate their life by saying goodbye in their favourite spot.
Who will be present?
What family members or friends would you like to be present on the day.
Do you have other pets you would like to be present afterwards.
Favourite foods
If your pet is well enough to eat sometimes providing them their favourite treats to have before they are sedated is a lovely touch.
Pre euthanasia Anaesthetic
All pets will be given an anaesthetic prior to euthanasia in order to provide a peaceful and pain free passing.
If your pet is not too fond of strangers or vets then I may provide an additional sedation for them to ingest before the visit to reduce your pets stress.
Memorial items
What memorial items would you like to keep in memory of your beloved pet.
Included in the price of your visit I offer paw and nose prints as well as hair clippings. Please see the aftercare page for more information.
After care
What would you like to do with your pet's body after?
Would you like to bury them in the garden, take them to the crematorium or would you prefer for me to transport them?
Included in the price of your visit I will provide a euthabag which can be used for home burial or cremation.
Having children present for euthanasia.
If you would like to have your children present for your pets euthanasia please let me know.
It can sometimes be hard for the children to express how they are feeling during this time so I have made a craft case available with some lovely things inside. The children can can use this to make a card or a drawing for your pet while the euthanasia is taking place. These items can then be popped inside the bodybag with your pet for burial or to go with your pet to the crematorium.
Please also see the below link to the blue cross for more information on how to help your children process the passing of your pet.