Losing a pet can be quite upsetting, and it’s something that may be difficult to manage. For some pet owners, the event can be so difficult and traumatic that they are unable to be close to their animals until the very end. However, according to the vets, they very definitely should be. Jessi Dietrich sent out a tweet about the scenario that quickly gained popularity.
When I asked my veterinarian what the most difficult part of their job was, they replied that it was having to euthanize animals while their owners often don’t want to be present in the room during the injection. This broke my heart as I realized that animals typically spend their lonely moments desperately trying to find their owners. Following a similar sentiment to Jessi Dietrich’s tweet, the Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa advised pet owners to care for their animals until the very end, despite the difficulty it may bring.
A veterinarian who was feeling exhausted and dejected at the clinic made a request for pet owners to consider bringing their animals in for a humane and pain-free conclusion instead of abandoning them during their emotionally challenging moments. I strongly suggest sticking with your pets and not forcing them to leave this world and enter a strange chamber at a place they despise. According to the clinic report, pets seek their loved ones in every person in the room. Pets cannot understand why you left them when they are sick, aging, or in need of your comfort. Do not give up simply because you think it will be too challenging for you.
According to Dr. Laurene Bugeja, a veterinarian in Melbourne, putting down senior animals in their homes can pose significant challenges. The author suggests that animals often feel calm and relaxed during this period, even if some people may be too upset to stay in the room.
Dr. Bugeja stresses the importance of giving animals comfort and compassion by taking the time to speak to them and reassure them during moments when they are dying. This helps prevent them from feeling afraid or distressed.
According to Dr. Bugeja, it is more likely for a pet to experience panic if left alone in an unfamiliar environment such as a veterinary clinic or consultation room because they are unsure of their position. Therefore, he advises staying in the room with your pet if you choose to bring them to a clinic.
