How Will I Know When Its Time to Say Goodbye?
How Will I Know When It’s Time to Say Goodbye?My dog might need to be put to sleep. How can I decide when the time is right to consider euthanasia?Answer: Making the decision to humanely end the life of a suffering pet can be a struggle. In fact, euthanasia might be one of the most difficult choices you will ever have to make for your pet. There is no “one-size-fits-all” answer to this question. When it comes down to it, the decision is partly based on facts and the rest on “gut feeling.” The bond between you and your dog is very strong – you know her better than anyone, you will know when your pet stops enjoying life. Ultimately, you will probably know in your heart when it is time. Here are some things that can guide you through the decision-making process. Euthanasia Due to Illness or Injury When a pet’s quality of life begins to decline due to an illness or injury, something must be done to alleviate that
