Euthanasia Appointment
When the time comes, we can provide euthanasia appointments in the comfort of your own home or garden, or at our purpose-built end-of-life clinic.
At the beginning of the appointment, our vet will go through all paperwork and aftercare arrangements with you and answer any questions you may have.
We can make arrangements for paw prints or other keepsakes that the crematorium can provide for you.
A gentle sedative injection is administered under the skin (similar to a vaccination). This allows your pet to become relaxed and drift into a peaceful sleep over approximately 5–10 minutes.
Your pet can fall asleep wherever they feel most comfortable — on their own bed, on your lap, on the sofa or even on your bed. As long as there is enough light for the vet, the location is entirely your choice.
Once your pet is fully asleep, the final injection is administered into a vein in their leg. Within a few minutes, they will pass away peacefully.
You are welcome to stay with your pet throughout the entire procedure, or you may leave the room at any stage if you prefer. Every family copes differently, and we will discuss your wishes when arranging the appointment to ensure the experience is handled in the way that feels right for both you and your pet.
Afterwards, you are welcome to spend some quiet time with your pet. The vet can remain with you for support or step outside to give you privacy.
If we are arranging cremation, we will bring a bed and blankets in for your pet, although they are also welcome to travel with their own if preferred.
For larger dogs, we provide a stretcher and blankets for transport.
For dogs weighing over 15kg, we kindly ask that somebody is available to help the vet carry them to the vehicle after the appointment.
