Euthanasia
Euthanasia is one of the most difficult decisions that many pet
owners have to face. Pets are now considered family members and
are valued dearly. Our long-time companions connect us to past
experiences and memories. For us, watching our clients mourn and
say goodbye to their beloved companions is the hardest thing we do.
Family, especially children, should be involved with the decision.
Each member needs to have the chance to say goodbye to their
companion. For most children, this will be the first "loss" in their lives
and they will need help through the process.
Euthanasia Process:
When the veterinarian enters the room, they will explain the process
to you. To begin, a small area on the front leg may need to be
shaved. A tourniquet is placed above the elbow and the injection site
is wiped with an alcohol swab.
Beuthanasia, a barbiturate, is injected into the vein. At first it
depresses the central nervous system beginning with the cerebral
cortex - the part of the brain that determines awareness. Then the
animal is anesthetized and then their heart will stop.
Once your veterinarian administers the drug, it acts within seconds.
This is a peaceful event, and the animal will appear to have gone to
sleep. Occasionally, muscle tremors may occur during the
procedure. This is an involuntary reaction of the body to the drug. The
only discomfort the animal experiences is the initial poke of the
needle through the skin.
Using a stethoscope, the doctor will listen to the heart and confirm
that it has stopped.
Decisions
Over the years we have learned that people deal with the death of
their pets in different ways according to their beliefs and past
experiences. We offer a variety of options for you so you may say
goodbye in your own personal way.
The first decision to make is whether you would like to be present
during the procedure. Many clients like to talk to their pets and
comfort them. For those who cannot bring themselves to be present,
a staff member will be with your pet for comfort.
After the procedure, you need to decide what you want to do with
your pet's remains.
Pet Cremation Options
After the cremation, they bring the urns back and we call you to pick it
up. The process takes about a week to ten days.
www.memorialpet.com
Burial
Home burial is an option some owners prefer. According to the
Department of Agriculture there are some guidelines for burial.
web browser.*
http://adm.idaho.gov/adminrules/rules/idapa02/0417.pdf
*It is best not to bury an animal inside a box, bag, or blanket. It
hinders the decomposition process.*
House Calls
We are available for house calls to make the euthanasia process
easier. Being in your own home can bring comfort to you and your
pet during such a difficult time.
*House calls must be discussed with your veterinarian and
scheduled at least one or two days prior.*
We want your last moments with your companion to be
peaceful. We want to help you in any way we can.
Rainbow Bridge
More information
http://www.pet-loss.net/index.html
http://www.thepetcenter.com/imtop/euthanasia.htm
http://www.avma.
org/animal_health/brochures/euthanasia/pet/pet_euth_brochure.asp
http://www.pets2rest.co.uk/animaleuthanasia.htm
Grief Support Groups:
http://groups.msn.com/PetGriefSupport/
http://www.aplb.org/
Disclaimer: Vista Animal Hospital makes sincere efforts to ensure the
accuracy of information posted on this website. VAH cannot and will
not be held responsible or liable for errors, inaccuracies or improper
use of information by the reader. Readers who rely on the information
contained on this web site or on other web sites accessed from this
one do so at their own risk and are advised to consult with their
veterinarian before acting on it.
*For More Information Please Contact Your Vet!*
Euthanasia is one of the most difficult decisions that many pet
owners have to face. Pets are now considered family members and
are valued dearly. Our long-time companions connect us to past
experiences and memories. For us, watching our clients mourn and
say goodbye to their beloved companions is the hardest thing we do.
Family, especially children, should be involved with the decision.
Each member needs to have the chance to say goodbye to their
companion. For most children, this will be the first "loss" in their lives
and they will need help through the process.
Euthanasia Process:
When the veterinarian enters the room, they will explain the process
to you. To begin, a small area on the front leg may need to be
shaved. A tourniquet is placed above the elbow and the injection site
is wiped with an alcohol swab.
Beuthanasia, a barbiturate, is injected into the vein. At first it
depresses the central nervous system beginning with the cerebral
cortex - the part of the brain that determines awareness. Then the
animal is anesthetized and then their heart will stop.
Once your veterinarian administers the drug, it acts within seconds.
This is a peaceful event, and the animal will appear to have gone to
sleep. Occasionally, muscle tremors may occur during the
procedure. This is an involuntary reaction of the body to the drug. The
only discomfort the animal experiences is the initial poke of the
needle through the skin.
Using a stethoscope, the doctor will listen to the heart and confirm
that it has stopped.
Decisions
Over the years we have learned that people deal with the death of
their pets in different ways according to their beliefs and past
experiences. We offer a variety of options for you so you may say
goodbye in your own personal way.
The first decision to make is whether you would like to be present
during the procedure. Many clients like to talk to their pets and
comfort them. For those who cannot bring themselves to be present,
a staff member will be with your pet for comfort.
After the procedure, you need to decide what you want to do with
your pet's remains.
Pet Cremation Options
- Communal Cremation - Animals are cremated together and
their ashes are taken to a tree farm in Donnelly, Idaho to be
spread. You are welcome to visit the tree farm. - Segregated Pet Cremation - Four animals are placed in
separate parts of the chamber. The animals are not touching
to insure there is no mixing of the ashes. You receive your
animal's ashes in a pine urn and a certificate with your pet's
name on it. - Private Cremation - Your animal is the only animal in the
chamber. You will receive your pet's ashes in a pine urn and a
certificate with your pet's name on it.
After the cremation, they bring the urns back and we call you to pick it
up. The process takes about a week to ten days.
www.memorialpet.com
Burial
Home burial is an option some owners prefer. According to the
Department of Agriculture there are some guidelines for burial.
- Animals must be buried at least 3 feet from the surface of the
ground.
- At least 300 feet from any existing residences.
- At least 50 feet from property lines.
- At least 100 feet from public roadways.
- At least 300 feet from any wells, surface water intake structures
or drinking water supply lakes or springs.
web browser.*
http://adm.idaho.gov/adminrules/rules/idapa02/0417.pdf
*It is best not to bury an animal inside a box, bag, or blanket. It
hinders the decomposition process.*
House Calls
We are available for house calls to make the euthanasia process
easier. Being in your own home can bring comfort to you and your
pet during such a difficult time.
*House calls must be discussed with your veterinarian and
scheduled at least one or two days prior.*
We want your last moments with your companion to be
peaceful. We want to help you in any way we can.
Rainbow Bridge
More information
http://www.pet-loss.net/index.html
http://www.thepetcenter.com/imtop/euthanasia.htm
http://www.avma.
org/animal_health/brochures/euthanasia/pet/pet_euth_brochure.asp
http://www.pets2rest.co.uk/animaleuthanasia.htm
Grief Support Groups:
http://groups.msn.com/PetGriefSupport/
http://www.aplb.org/
Disclaimer: Vista Animal Hospital makes sincere efforts to ensure the
accuracy of information posted on this website. VAH cannot and will
not be held responsible or liable for errors, inaccuracies or improper
use of information by the reader. Readers who rely on the information
contained on this web site or on other web sites accessed from this
one do so at their own risk and are advised to consult with their
veterinarian before acting on it.
*For More Information Please Contact Your Vet!*
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