If your pet is seriously ill, you have difficult decisions to face. Sometimes, the compassionate choice is to let a furry friend go. Pet euthanasia helps minimize suffering and allows you to preserve cherished memories with a  loving pet memorial or keepsake.

A Brief Guide to Pet Euthanasia

What Is It?

When continuing veterinary treatment for a pet isn't an option or not likely to be effective because of age or the severity of their condition, pet euthanasia is a merciful choice. If you choose euthanasia to end your pet’s suffering, your vet or a specialized provider will administer medication that will put your pet to sleep without fear or discomfort.

When Should You Put a Pet to Sleep?

Euthanasia is a personal decision taken with compassion. Many medical conditions can cause a pet acute pain or unrelieved discomfort. Sickness may make it impossible for your pet to enjoy the life they once loved. They may be unable to walk, play, or eat without suffering. If their quality of life has slipped away, it's kinder to let a pet go than prolong a joyless life.

Should You Be in the Room?

You should be in the room with your pet when they're euthanized if you can. Use it as an opportunity to say goodbye. Your presence will also keep your pet calm and allow you to comfort and reassure them. Although being in the room may be difficult for some owners, it's a responsible and loving choice.

What Should You Do With the Remains?

After euthanasia, you’ll have the option to take care of your pet’s remains yourself. You can bury a pet on private property or in a pet cemetery or cremate your pet and keep their ashes in an urn as a memorial to the bond you shared.

To create a beautiful pet memorial, contact Char Mac Pet Cremation in Cincinnati, OH. Serving Hamilton County since 1964, they help grieving families manage pet burials, cremations, and pet memorials with compassion and respect. For help planning a final resting place for your pet, call (513) 851-5791, or visit their website to view a selection of keepsakes, caskets, and markers.