This is my long and detailed experience about the euthanasia service Elite Veterinary Home Care provides.
My almost 13 year old pup had been dealing with some health issues for some time. His quality of life was poor and in decline but I was in denial because I didn't want to let him go. He was my best friend. My wife and I finally had the conversation about letting him go but we also didn't want to do it at the vet clinic. After doing some online research we found Dr. Amanda and Aramis at Elite Veterinary Home Care.
After making the phone call and explaining the situation we scheduled an appointment a few days out. That gave my wife and I some more precious time to spend with our boy. Eventually that day arrived and Dr. Amanda and Aramis showed up at our house.
They were both extremely warm and kind. So much so that our boy wagged his tail when he met them. He hadn't done that in weeks due to his pain. After the initial examination of him they explained what they would be doing and how it would happen.
We all laid down in his favorite spot by the front door while I gave him his favorite treats. Dr. Amanda gave him a quick shot that he didn't even register and after a minute or 2 he fell into a deep sleep. They then told us to take as much time with him as we'd like since he would stay asleep, and when we were finally ready to say goodbye to just let them know.
We stayed with him, cuddled and cried. Told him that he was the best boy that anyone could ever wish for. I don't know how long we stayed with him like that but eventually we knew it was time. My wife went outside to notify them that we were ready.
Once Dr. Amanda and Aramis returned; they both sat back down next to him and then confirmed with us that we were ready. She then gave him the last shot, and after a few deep breaths he was gone. They then let us know that we could spend more time with him if we wanted and we accepted.
When we were ready to let him go they came back in with a stretcher (he was almost 90lbs) and I asked if I could help take him out to their vehicle. We gently put him on and she very carefully covered him in a nice blanket. We put him gently into her vehicle and I was able to give him one last pet. He looked so peaceful in that moment.
My father died when I was in my 20's and that was my only family. That was the hardest moment of my life, until this. I have been dreading this moment for 13 years. And even though I would have never been ready to let him go, Dr. Amanda and Aramis at Elite Veterinary Home Care made this process a little bit easier on my heart and conscience. They were extremely empathetic to our needs and our boys needs. There was never any pressure to do anything we didn't want to do. They were so kind and understanding that they didn't feel like strangers, and even our boy knew that. They were able to take his pain away and for that I will forever be grateful to the both of them.
It has been over a week and we just got his ashes back along with a nose print and a paw print cast. Thank you both for your service and kindness. I highly recommend Elite Veterinary Home Care for the most compassionate and friendly service. read more