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.
Pet Loss Support
"How Lucky am I to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard" - A. A. Milne
You are not alone in your grief and I am here to support you through your pets transition. Loosing a pet or anticipating the loss of a pet is a heart breaking time and this is when you need support the most.
Tails of Love
Angel Wings Group
Sometimes you just need to speak to someone who understands the pain. Maybe you want to share a memory or a picture with someone who understands.
For this reason I have created a private facebook group called "Tails of Love Angel Wings" This is a safe space where you can process your grief with others who understand.
Whether your loss was recent or it was some time ago, everyone is welcome into this safe space.
Tails of Love
Memorial Walks
Starting this May I have created a monthly "walk in memory" this will be held in different locations around the Highlands and Moray where we can come together and go for a walk.
Join us for a peaceful walk, going at your own pace and meeting with other families who are also navigating pet loss. Together we can chat and share memories, talk about how we are feeling or just enjoy the company in silence surrounded by people who understand.
