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Pet Euthanasia: Everything You Need to Know
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T. J. Dunn, DVM

From the moment you welcome a new pet into your family, a strong bond starts to take root.  And as they get to be senior age, all pet parents wonder, "Will I be able to put my pet down when the time comes?”...

Signs a Dog With Diabetes Is Dying
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Jennifer Coates, DVM

It’s true that a dog can pass away within a month or two of beginning to show signs of diabetes, but many will live for a year or two after diagnosis with appropriate treatment. Some do very well for even...

What's the Cost for Euthanizing a Dog or Cat?
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Jennifer Coates, DVM

End-of-life decision-making for pets is always stressful, but being prepared can make this difficult time a little easier. Many pet parents don’t have the funds set aside for pet euthanasia and don’t know...

What Not to Say to Someone Who Lost a Pet (and What to Say Instead)
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PetMD Editorial

Pet loss can be a very emotional experience for everyone whose lives the pet touched. Grieving is also highly personal. It’s difficult to know what to say to someone who is grieving, even though you’ve...

How Do You Know When to Put a Dog Down?
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Liz Bales, VMD

I had the best dog. She saw me through veterinary school, marriage, and the birth of my first child. We grew up together. But by the time she was 14 years old, Veena was suffering from painful arthritis...

Euthanizing Pets at Home: Cost and What to Expect
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Liz Bales, VMD

Now more than ever, pet parents think of their dogs and cats as members of the family. So it comes as no surprise that they are giving a lot of thought and attention to the handling of their pet’s end-of-life...

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