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When an appointment is made, a pre-appointment telephone consultation takes place with one of our veterinarians. Our veterinarian will explain what will happen when she arrives at your home and what to expect. 

The veterinarian will discuss the procedure and outcomes with those wishing to be present for the appointment. Sometimes when a pet is put to sleep, they will not close their eyes. Other animals may lose bladder or bowel control, so the initial explanation will assist in determining where in your home the euthanasia will occur. Finally, after your pet has passed, there may appear to be a final few breaths taken or muscle/nerve tremors.

When we arrive at your home, a consent form must be completed before the procedure begins. A brief physical examination may be performed.

Following the above, your pet will be sedated. The level of sedation expected to be achieved will be equivalent to a low plane of anesthesia, which will be delivered via injection. Full sedation is usually achieved in less than 5 minutes. A second dose of sedative may sometimes be required.

Another injection will then be delivered to your animal. This injection consists of the euthanasia solution, causing your pet’s heart to stop beating. Veterinary confirmation will occur by listening to your pet’s chest with a stethoscope. A second dose of euthanasia solution may be required.

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What our clients say

“Making our pets last moments the most comfortable is so important and this is what Compassion At Home does.”

Renee
Jake’s Aunt

“Thank you Dr. Furey for the peaceful crossing of our beloved friend over the rainbow bridge.”

Tammy
Tex’s mom

"There is a special place in heaven for people like Dr. Puddester who came to my home tonight to help my Bailey make his exit in the most peaceful way possible.”

Lainie
Bailey's mom

“Thank you for your kindness, professionalism and gentleness. It made a difficult decision so much easier.”

Jackie
Buddy’s mom

"Thank you Dr. O’Brien and your husband. Your calmness and compassion during such a difficult time for my family was noticed and appreciated."

The Fifield’s
Reiko’s family

"Thank you so much, Dr. Puddester, for your service and to Dr. O’Brien and Mike. It’s amazing to have this service and I can say it’s so much better to spend those final moments with our furry companions at home than in a clinical setting. Everything about it was comforting." 

Vanessa
Raffi’s mom

"Dr. Nicole – thank you for your professional care towards my beloved Jack. It was so comforting to see your gentleness and compassionate care in helping Jack transition over the Rainbow Bridge. We are missing Jack so much but knowing he is out od pain is helping us cope at this sad time."

Janet
Jack’s mom

"Thank you to Dr. Furey and Craig for your professional service yesterday with helping Fallon cross over the Rainbow Bridge. He went so peacefully and I can’t imagine doing it without you. Your kindness and compassion didn’t go unnoticed."

Janine
Fallon’s mom

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