This month I am going to discuss a very sad but necessary subject. That is the subject of euthanasia. Many pet owners are faced with the decision of euthanasia and may have many questions about it that they are too emotional to ask their veterinarian at the time. This is the most difficult part. Your veterinarian cannot make the decision for you, but he or she can advise.
Some cases are more clear cut than others.
If there is clearly no hope for the pet to recover from an illness or injury, then prolonging it s life is certainly not doing it a favor. The client must also determine if he or she has the time, expertise, or financial resources to care for a pet with long term medical needs. This can bring on a feeling of guilt but if you can t provide the care that is needed then this also can be unfair to just keep the pet alive. The pet s welfare should always come first. Be honest with yourself and resist the temptation to prolong the life of a suffering pet for your own self gratification.