Everybody wants the best for their beloved pet when it comes to their end of their life, my compassionate home Euthanasia and End of Life Care service ensures a painless and peaceful goodbye.
Speaking as both a mobile vet in Sheffield and a pet owner, I understand how upsetting and confusing this time can be. I’m here to guide you through this difficult time in your pet’s life and help you with your decision making. My name is Rebecca and I qualified as a vet in 1995, having worked in many different vets’ surgeries throughout my long career I realised that there is a better way than the traditional end of life pet visit at a vet.
Many pets are distressed by the traditional vet visit, so I wanted to find a way to make it easier for them – and for you, their family during this difficult time. CalmPawz gives you the opportunity to say goodbye with absolute privacy without having to visit a vet’s surgery.
You can be confident about my ability to carry out this service as I have also completed the Euthanasia Master Program which demonstrates my commitment to euthanasia best practices. Take a look at some of my reviews if you would like to see what my recent clients have said about their experience.
An end-of-life care consultation is important as it will help with your decision-making process and determine best course of action – with both your pet and your best interests in mind. You may choose to say goodbye during this consultation, book a further visit to give you more time or try a treatment option. Either way, you will be supported and most importantly, not pushed into anything you don’t feel comfortable doing.
A typical consultation will look like:
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Euthanasia, or otherwise known as putting your dog to sleep, is sometimes the only compassionate way to ease a pet’s pain and suffering. Understandably, it’s a time that no pet owner wants to think about but many do take comfort in knowing that home euthanasia is painless, stress free and far more easing in the familiarity of your own home.
A typical home euthanasia will include:
I don’t have set working hours – we’ll arrange an appointment to suit you.
The cost for a home euthanasia in Sheffield is £265 and it usually takes an hour.
I care for many dogs in Sheffield throughout their lives. Sadly, a natural part of this care is also their end-of-life. I take great pride in knowing that I’m giving dogs a compassionate goodbye, surrounded by their loved ones and favourite toys in the space they feel most comfortable in. If you are considering home euthanasia for your dog in Sheffield please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Home euthanasia for cats is particularly popular due to how distressed cats get going to the vets. From transporting them in a carrier, the anxiety of the waiting room and the distress of an examination, this can all be avoided and made much simpler with my services. If you are considering home euthanasia for your cat in Sheffield please don’t hesitate to get in touch at the earliest opportunity.
After home euthanasia you will have to decide what to do with the remains of your cat or dog. I can organise cremation for you, should you have any special wishes for your pet, I will be glad to hear them and try to help where possible. Alternatively, you are welcome to organise cremation yourself or carry out a home burial should you have permission.
I’ve answered some of the common questions below that I get asked about pet euthanasia at home.
You will never feel pressure from me to euthanise your pet. The decision must be right for you and your pet. I will offer my honest recommendation as an experienced mobile vet.
I try to offer my services with as much flexibility as possible in emergency situations however my appointment diary dictates my availability.
Of course, I leave this up to the discretion of the parent / guardian. In my experience children do cope well in this situation.
Your pet will not feel any pain during the euthanising process.
Yes, you may still feed your pet as usual as long as they are tolerating food.
Rebeca is very good at easing any anxiety a pet has and we find that her presence does not cause the pet’s distress.
It’s a two step process with the first injection being a sedative. The second injection is a barbiturate which is usually a yellow or blue injection, This is given into the leg and works as an overdose of an aesthetic and is painless and works quickly.
The sedative can take between 5-20 minutes to work, The final injection takes a few minutes.
If you suspect that your pet may be close to their end of life and would like to chat about what to do next don’t hesitate to contact me. As a mobile vet covering the Sheffield area I’m well equipped to guide you through this stage of your pets life with compassion and care. Don’t hesitate to give me call if it’s an emergency or fill out the contact form about your dog or cat and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
I treat many pets in Sheffield with my mobile vet service, providing essential care to pets in a familiar and private setting. I can help your dog, cat or other animal during its life with routine vaccinations, pet travel paperwork , post-surgical care and senior checks. I specialise in home euthanasia and end of life care offering a personal and supportive service to pet owners during a very difficult time.
As a qualified mobile vet with a Euthanasia Master Program, I have a wealth of experience with pets in Sheffield, and I’m constantly updating my knowledge, meaning your pet is in very safe hands.
You may find these resources helpful when planning for the loss of your pets or in the time after.
Pet Bereavement Support Service offers local help and a sympathetic ear for recently bereaved pet owners. You can telephone them on 0800 0966606
Blue Cross Pet Bereavement offer excellent support: www.bluecross.org.uk/pet-bereavement-and-pet-loss
UK-based charity, Animal Samaritans offers help and advice for anyone dealing with the grief of losing a beloved pet. visit animalsamaritans.org.uk or call 0203 745 9859.
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