If your beloved pet is reaching the end of their life, focus on making them happy and comfortable. It’s never easy to lose a pet, but rather than grieving during their last precious days, it will greatly benefit both of you to fill this time with joy. Here are five simple but significant ways you can make your pet’s final days special.

How to Make Your Pet’s Last Days Extra Special

1. Surround Them With Friends & Family

Sociable pets will enjoy being around the people and animals they love. Give close friends and family the chance to spend some time with your pet by arranging a few visits. If your pet likes having lots of company, host a small party for them. You can invite all of their animal friends as well.

2. Take Them to Locations They Love

Bringing your companion to all of their favorite locations will be a bonding experience for both of you. Even after you lose a pet, you can revisit these areas and reflect on the fun times you had. Whether they loved a certain dog park, hiking trail, pet store, or lookout point, take them to as many places you can schedule in as long as your veterinarian approves.

3. Feed Them Their Favorites

While your pet still needs a nutritionally balanced diet, you can ease up on restrictions for the last few days. Prepare some delicious pet-friendly foods and pamper them with gourmet treats. As long as you don’t overdo it, serving them their favorites will brighten up their mealtimes.

4. Treat Their Pain & Anxiety

Animals tend to hide their pain, so any discomfort they may be feeling can be difficult to detect. Ask your veterinarian about the best ways to manage their pain, and provide warm, cozy bedding and places to lounge. Arrange for special treatments like a professional pet massage to soothe their aches.

5. Spend Quality Time Together

The most important step you can take before you lose a pet is to be there for them. Play with them whenever they have the energy, give them lots of love and attention, and spend plenty of time relaxing on the couch or bed together. They may be scared or in pain, but being with you will help put them at ease.

 

When you lose a pet, you need the support of a professional and compassionate company that will go above and beyond to make this time easier for your family. Oahu Pet Crematory in Kailua, HI, provides veterinary hospitals across Oahu with pet cremation and memorial services. The pet crematory offers a wide selection of customizable specialty urns to forever remember your companion. Visit their website to learn more about their services, and ask your vet to call (808) 371-7531 to arrange for a cremation.