When it comes to animals with a declining quality of life, Southwest Animal Hospital is there for you to offer euthanasia services as a means of providing a peaceful end to chronic pain and suffering.
HOW WILL I KNOW IT'S TIME?
Dr. Alice Villalobos, a veterinary oncologist, developed a quality of life scaling system to gives owners means of monitoring quality of life at home.
Information on at home burial:
Check with both local and state regulations prior to burial.
At Home Burial Guidelines (Euthabag)
We offer the option of cremation with NO return of ashes.
Additional charges will apply
We are partners with Pet Angel Memorial Center who provides private cremation with return of ashes in personalized urns of various options.
Additional charges will apply
Veterinarian's Oath:
" Being admitted to the profession of veterinary medicine, I solemnly swear to use my scientific knowledge and skills for the benefit of society through the protection of animal health and welfare, the prevention and relief of animal suffering, the conservation of animal resources, the promotion of public health, and the advancement of medical knowledge. I will practice my profession conscientiously, with dignity, and in keeping with the principles of veterinary medical ethics. I accept as a lifelong obligation the continual improvement of my professional knowledge and competence. "