Pet Loss At Home – Home Euthanasia Vets

I recently chose to euthanize my 14 year old boxer mix, while the decision was made for me (she was in a lot of pain and not having a good quality of life) it was still difficult for me to let her go. I wanted to find some place that we could take care of it at home so she wouldn’t be frightened or nervous. Dr. Rachel came to our home and was FABULOUS! She was sweet, patient and understanding. She understood that this process was not an easy one but agreed with us immediately that it was the right thing to do for our girl. I miss Sam so much, but I know she is not in pain anymore and that is so very important to me.
I emailed Dr. Rachel responded to my request right away, asked me some basic questions and then we set the appointment. Dr. Rachel came at the agreed upon time, talked to us first about what would happen, had us sign some paperwork and then we put her on the couch where she would be the most comfortable. Dr. Rachel put a pad under her backside so in case she leaked it wouldn’t be a mess I would have to clean up after the fact. She gave her a strong tranquilizer and talked us through what would happen. Sam would just go to sleep in our arms, then she shaved her front leg just a bit and told me if there was any twitching or movement to let her know and we would wait a little longer. When it was time, Dr. Rachel made the final injection and let us spend as much time with her as we wanted. At no time did she rush us or make us feel uncomfortable. When we were ready she put Sam on a stretcher with a pretty purple blanket over her, she and my husband carried her out to Dr. Rachel’s car and she again gave us time to say a final good-​bye.
Before Dr. Rachel left she gave us all a hug and told us how sorry she was for our loss. She understood what we were feeling but helped us to help our girl go over the Rainbow Bridge where she could run and play like she was a puppy again. She has been reunited with her siblings that have passed before her and her grandparents. I truly cannot say enough NICE things about Dr. Rachel and the way she cared for my girl. Sam went to sleep with no fear. Instead she was in her own home, relaxed and surrounded by those who love her. Thank you Dr. Rachel for being awesome!