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At the time of euthanasia, how can the EMP be offered to the client tactfully?

April 26, 2017client EMP euthanasia offered tactfully time

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At the time of euthanasia, how can the EMP be offered to the client tactfully?

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The decision regarding body donation should not in any way be coupled to the medical and ethical decision regarding euthanasia of a pet. At Tufts University, “It is only after the decision to euthanize the pet is made by the client in consultation with the attending veterinarian that the options regarding disposal of the body are typically discussed.”3 Further, it is not mandated by veterinary colleges with donation programs that the donation option be offered to every client. Due to the sensitive nature of the decision to euthanize a companion animal, discussion of the donation option is left to the discretion of the clinician.