Euthanasia: The Compassionate Goodbye MyEVT: "The word, meaning “gentle death,” refers to the practice of ending a life in a painless manner, but the procedure is anything but painless for a client—or the veterinary staff. Thoughtful planning, conscious care, and full awareness of the client’s need for education and support can provide a truly “gentle death” for patients and support pet families through the difficult process.
We are the experts and must make sure clients are well prepared for both the physical and emotional realities of euthanasia and loss.
Two realities guide the conscientious veterinary team’s euthanasia protocol. First: research shows that clients want the option to be present during a pet’s euthanasia. Second: approximately 30% of clients experience severe or debilitating grief over the loss of their pets; another 30% percent experience mild to moderate grief, akin to any other major life loss. It is imperative to conduct euthanasia, especially when an owner is present, in a way that mitigates the trauma and pain of the process."
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