END OF LIFE CONSULTATION
One of the most difficult and important decisions we make for our pets is to let them go when they no longer have quality of life. It is important for all people involved to take whatever time is needed to feel comfortable and confident with the process. Ongoing conversation can be helpful to overcome initial feelings of guilt and to reach an understanding that euthanasia is a loving gift.
AT HOME EUTHANASIA
We want our pets to pass peacefully and without fear. My service offers euthanasia in the home allowing families and friends to be present in familiar and comfortable surroundings at the end of their pets’ lives. Options for care of remains can be discussed and decided upon in advance. For some, home burial is possible and desirable; others choose cremation with or without the return of ashes.
Arrangements for cremation, transportation of the pet to the crematorium, and return of ashes when requested, are services that I provide. I utilize the crematorium Gateway Pet Memorial Center (link below).
http://www.gatewaypetmemorial.com
FEES
Telephone consultation – complementary
In home consultation – $80.00 plus GST
Euthanasia base fee for travel and procedure – $350.00 plus GST
Fees above the base fee are dependent upon the patient’s weight and involve the fees for the pharmaceuticals required; when the weight is provided, a reliable estimate can be given. It will vary from $20.00 for a small cat or toy dog breed to $100.00 for a giant breed.
Cremation fees are also dependent upon the patient’s weight and can be provided once the weight is known.
Travel to East Sooke or Sooke will be charged an additional $50.00 plus GST.