If we have other pets should we separate them during the euthanasia?
Generally, most pets do not need to be separated during the euthanasia. If another pet is nervous with strangers in the home or may disturb the patient then you may want to place him/her into a quiet/separate room until the end of the appointment.
What if my dog has been aggressive at previous vet appointments? Can I still schedule an appointment?
PLEASE do tell us if your dog has been aggressive at the vet previously. Usually, we can still schedule the in home euthanasia appointment, but we just need to prepare ahead of time. If your veterinarian has ever prescribed anti-anxiety meds to give prior to appointments, please tell us and please do give those as directed prior to the euthanasia appointment.
How long in advance do I need to contact you?
We often have same day availability for euthanasia appointments, but that would require you to be flexible with the time slots we have. If you need a specific time of day then it is best if you schedule a day or two in advance. If you need an urgent same day in home euthanasia appointment please contact us as early as possible.
Does the size of my dog affect pricing?
We do charge more for giant breed dogs for in-home euthanasia and cremation and we can provide an accurate quote when we schedule the appointment.
I am not sure if it is time to euthanize my dog. How can I be sure that I'm not choosing euthanasia too early?
If you need help deciding if it is time for euthanasia, you can reach out to your regular veterinarian for an appointment to discuss options. Or, we can provide a quality of life consultation in the home. Dr. Burroughs can come to you and evaluate your pet. We know that choosing the time to euthanize a pet you love is very difficult. We can help you get an objective opinion about your pet's health. Unfortunately, usually folks have much less time than they think they have when pets are at the end of their lives.
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How long is an average in home euthanasia appointment?
Typically an in home euthanasia appointment takes between 45 minutes to 1 hour for the entire appointment.
Can I hold my dog in my lap while you do the procedure?
This is a common request. Yes, it is fine to hold your dog in your lap while Dr Burroughs administers the medications. Many people hold their pets or lay down with them for the appointment.
Do I need to also coordinate for cremation with someone else?
If you choose to have your pet cremated, we will take your pet with us at the end of the appointment for cremation. The crematorium offers a communal cremation (without ashes returned) or a private/individual cremation with ashes returned in a elegant wooden urn with your pet's name engraved on it. **At every appointment Dr. Burroughs will make a clay pawprint and a fur clipping.* Mobile dog euthanasia in Raleigh.