Compassionate End-of-Life Care for Pets
Whether you are beginning to notice changes in your pet’s comfort and mobility or are facing a difficult decision, we are here to support both you and your pet with compassion, honesty, and care.
Quality-of-Life Consultations
It can be difficult to know when the time is right. Our veterinarians can help evaluate your pet’s comfort, mobility, appetite, breathing, behavior, pain level, and overall quality of life.
A quality-of-life consultation gives families a chance to ask questions, discuss changes they are seeing at home, and receive guidance from a veterinary team that understands how emotional these decisions can be.
This service may be helpful for senior pets, pets with chronic illness, pets with declining mobility, or families who are unsure what the next step should be.
Hospice & Palliative Care
For some pets, hospice or palliative care may help maintain comfort and quality of life for as long as possible. This type of care focuses on comfort, pain management, mobility support, appetite changes, and helping families monitor their pet’s needs at home.
Our team can help discuss options for dogs, cats, and exotic companion animals when ongoing care is focused on comfort rather than cure.
What to Expect During the Euthanasia Appointment
Our goal is to make the process as peaceful and gentle as possible for both pets and their families.
Depending on your pet’s needs and your family’s wishes, the appointment may include time to ask questions, sedation to help your pet relax comfortably, private time with your pet, and discussion of memorial or aftercare options.
Families are welcome to stay with their pet if they choose. We understand that every family grieves differently, and we will support your wishes with compassion and respect.
Pet Aftercare & Memorial Options
We work with Trusted Journey to help families with compassionate aftercare and memorial options after the loss of a pet.
Aftercare options may include private cremation, communal cremation, memorial keepsakes, urns, paw prints, and other remembrance items.
To learn more about available pet cremation and memorial options, visit Trusted Journey.
Grief & Pet Loss Support
The loss of a pet can be deeply painful. Pets are family, companions, and part of our daily lives. Grief looks different for everyone, and there is no right timeline for healing.
We encourage families to give themselves grace, seek support when needed, and find meaningful ways to remember their pet.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pet End-of-Life Care
How do I know when it is time to euthanize my pet?
Can I be with my pet during euthanasia?
We make every effort to allow families to spend as much time with their pet as possible before and after the procedure. In many cases, families may also be present during euthanasia. However, depending on the species, medical condition, stress level, or specific procedure needs, this may not always be possible. Our team will discuss the options available for your pet and guide you through the process with compassion and respect.
Do you offer euthanasia for exotic pets?
Do you offer sedation before euthanasia?
Do you offer in-home euthanasia?
What happens after my pet passes away?
Our team will discuss aftercare and memorial options with you. We work with Trusted Journey for pet cremation and memorial services.
How long does the appointment take?
Appointment length can vary depending on your pet’s needs and your family’s wishes. We do our best to provide time, privacy, and support throughout the process.
Can children be present?
This is a personal family decision. Some families choose to include children, while others do not. Our team is happy to help talk through what may be best for your family. Here is a resource to help with children and their grief.
We’re Here When You Need Us
If you are unsure about your pet’s quality of life or have questions about end-of-life care, our team is here to help.
Please contact Arbor View Animal Hospital to schedule a quality-of-life consultation or speak with our team about compassionate end-of-life care options.
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Monday: 8:00am – 8:00pm
Tuesday: 8:00am – 8:00pm
Wednesday: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am – 8:00pm
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Sunday: Closed
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