In small animal euthanasias, it isn’t unusual for the human family to be present with their beloved pet, holding onto them and petting them while the euthanasia actually takes place. Sure, there is sometimes vocalization, agonal breathing, and movement after the administration of the euthanasia solution – but generally speaking, it is a relatively quiet […]
Euthanasia is a Treatment Option
It can sound weird to include euthanasia in the list of treatment options when managing a patient. And as difficult as euthanasia can be, I truly believe that it is one of the kindest services we can offer to both our human clients and our animal patients. Especially at a university veterinary hospital, the variety […]
When He Crossed the Rainbow Bridge
Three months ago, I said goodbye to my four-legged best friend and the one that lived long enough to come with me to vet school. He was 14 years and 8 months when he recently crossed the rainbow bridge. My family and I rescued him when he was almost 6 months old. He was not […]
