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End Of Life...Euthanasia End Of LifeEuthanasia One of the most difficult and gut wrenching decisions you will most likely make in the life of your beloved pet is weather or not to euthanize. Common reasons for euthanizing: -Pet is terminally ill -Pet cost of medical care for continued treatment considered too great -Pet is suffering and there is no longer a good quality of life -Don't have time for the pet * -Pet considered a nuisance. Behavioral issues * * Discussed further below How will you know when euthanasia is the right decision? -What is your pet's current quality of life -Consider your pet's current health -Your emotional condition -Your age -Do you live alone or with a family? -Are there any possible alternatives? -Does your pet continue to enjoy the simple pleasures such as eating and pleasing you? -Does your pet respond to you and if so, how -Can your pet walk? Discussion with your veterinarian is very important. If you have time to make the decision, you may wish to consider the following: -What family members, if any, do you want to be present? -Will you provide a memorial? -How do you want the body to be treated afterwards: cremation The more information you have on euthanasia, the current condition of your pet and your family condition, the more able you are to make the right decision. If your pet is very sick, seek veterinary advice. Ask what the options are. Is treatment a possibility? If so, what is the expected outcome and what are the financial costs. In these situations you typically do not need to make the decision immediately so take time to learn about the process. Discuss the possibilities with your family members. Humans always to down the 'what if' trail afterwards. The more you know, the more this will be reduced. Don't feel guilty if you can't afford the typically expensive medical care you pet may require. This does not diminish the fact you love your pet. Remember, there are limitations to almost everything. Hospice Care: Something that is becoming more common today in some veterinary hospitals and even volunteers are providing hospice care within the pet's home. The main reason a pet owner may take this approach is to give the owner and children time to say good-bye. This also provides the opportunity for a family member who may be at school or otherwise be far away to get home in time. Behavioral Issues: * Behavioral techniques in dealing with a ‘problem’ pet are making the euthanasia alternative more unappealing. There are times however when the pet may be considered dangerous to family members or to the neighborhood where euthanasia may be the right alternative. Often times in these situations, the owner feels like he has failed. This could be true. Often a pet’s temperament is dependent on how he was treated throughout his life. Was he abused, left on a chain all day, neglected? Imagine how you might feel if this was your life. Often times it is the combination of the breed and the pet’s environmental conditions. Don’t Have Any Time: * Sadly some people get their pet without considering the long-term care. Dogs can live 8-20 years. A long time for a lot of pet owners. A lot can change in your own life. A new job, you may move, get divorced, many other reasons. The pet then is considered, ‘in the way’. If your pet is in good health, good temperament and has years left, please consider allowing your pet to be a ‘rescue pet’ or somehow place him for adoption. Make euthanasia the last choice! The Process: Euthanasia is a Greek word meaning ‘good death’. The process of euthanasia is usually peaceful and pain-free and considered an act of mercy. Understanding the process for your own well-being is important. Typically a catheter or needle is inserted into a vein of your pet’s leg. Depending on the size of your pet, this could take time to locate. Typically a very high dose of a barbiturate such as pentobarbital is injected. The animal falls into unconsciousness, respiratory then cardiac arrest follows rapidly, all usually within 30 seconds. A quick and peaceful death. After death, there is usually a gasping sound, and the pet may suffer a mild fit due to muscle contraction. Depending on your emotional situation, the veterinarian may be able to perform a two-stage process. A first injection puts the pet in an unconscious state allowing you to say ‘good-bye’ without stressing your pet. Then a second injection puts the pet to ‘sleep’. This two-step process is thought to greatly reduce spasms and other involuntary reactions, which would only stress you, further. Unclaimed and un-adopted dogs and cats in animal shelters are sometimes placed in chambers. The air is pumped out and the animal dies of anoxia. Your Pet’s Body: What do you want to happen to your pet’s body afterwards? Individual Cremation: Your pet is cremated individually; the ashes are placed in an urn or bag. The remains are delivered to you or you pick them up. The cremator is usually required to provide you with a certificate of cremation. General or Group Cremation: Your pet is cremated with other animals at the same time. The remains are not returned to you. Home Burial: If you have the yard space and it is not against local statutes, home burial may be the right choice. This allows you to ‘visit’ your pet and many times allows you more time to process your experience. Remember, you may move in the future. Pet Cemetery: Allows you to visit your pet’s resting place. - For home burial or pet cemetery you may want to consider including your pet’s favorite toy or blanket in the burial box. Group Burial: Very common. If your finances or yard space are limited or there are local restrictions, this may be your only choice. The Time and Place: If euthanasia is the decision, consider where and when. Some veterinarians do make house calls and will come to your home to euthanize your pet. This usually is not cheap but may be a good choice for you. A common reason the pet owner makes this choice is because burial is planned in the yard. If euthanasia is to be at the veterinarian's office, a quiet and peaceful time is usually best for both you and your pet. The end of the work day is fairly typical. Autopsy: For some pet owners, knowing what the true health issue was can greatly help with your decision afterwards. An autopsy may discover an infectious disease allowing you to provide preventive measures to your other pets and even family members. Your Well being: Afterwards you may need some mental health care for you. Simple discussions with family members and friends are usually the best approach. But going to the local ice cream store and treating yourself with a triple-scoop may not be a bad idea either. Life does go on and you need to concentrate on being happy. Euthanasia is a very difficult and stressful decision. In the end, if this is the decision, it is probably because your pet is suffering and is not enjoying life anymore. It is peaceful and very quick and many times the best decision available. see 10 Commandments Grief A happy and healthy pet contributes to your own health and happiness. The articles here are constructed to help aide you in making informative decisions concerning your puppy and dog and your family. The intentions of these articles are to help give you choices on how to find your puppy, topics of discussions with family members before the decision to get a dog is set in stone, how to prepare your home for him, how to care for him throughout his life and how to spend quality, enjoyable time with him. Any medical advice or health information should never take the place of your veterinarian. If your dog is not feeling well or there is something wrong, don’t wait! Make a doctor’s appointment with your veterinarian as soon as possible. We welcome any suggestions to our articles. Our contributors are working hard to bring you the most up-to-date quality information. Euthanasia End Of Life Euthanasia Dog related information, articles and descriptive, educational videosincluding related euthanasia videos when possible

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