Saying Goodbye

You left a pawprint on our hearts forever

We’re With You Every Step of The Way

Making the decision to say goodbye to your beloved pet is one of the most profound and caring choices you can make, and it is completely natural to feel a swirl of emotions as you navigate this difficult time. At Warren House Veterinary Centre, our dedicated and compassionate team is here to provide you and your cherished pet with unwavering support, ensuring that you feel understood and cared for throughout this heart-wrenching journey.

Deciding

Preparing

Process

Next Steps

Deciding

The decision to put your pet to sleep is incredibly difficult and we understand there is no clear guidance on the right moment to say goodbye. Often, the reduced quality of life or persistent pain prompts this consideration. If your pet is unwell, uninterested in activities, not eating, or showing discomfort, we are here to discuss your options. You may feel hesitant despite knowing what needs to be done. We will outline the available prognoses and future outlooks. If the prognosis is poor but your pet still enjoys eating or playing, we can create an end-of-life plan, known as palliative care. Though not a cure, palliative care ensures your pet remains comfortable and pain-free. You know your pet best, and whatever decision you make will be the right one, and we will always support you.

Preparing to say goodbye

At Warren House Veterinary Centre, our compassionate vet will guide you through this difficult time when you feel it is right. You will have the chance to spend peaceful moments alone with your beloved companion to say goodbye. We encourage you to bring family members and other pets for support. Before your appointment, a member of our caring team may contact you to discuss options for cremation and payment. Having these conversations in advance can help you focus on those precious final moments without the burden of tough decisions during your grief.

Process of Euthanasia

We understand how difficult this time is for you, and we are here to support you through the euthanasia process. While some of the information may be hard to read, please know that the procedure itself is gentle and painless for your pet. If you choose euthanasia, we’ll ask you to sign a consent form. Many people find comfort in spending a few final moments with their pet before the process begins.

To ensure everything goes smoothly, our caring veterinary team may place an intravenous catheter before administering the anaesthetic. If you prefer to step outside during this step, that’s completely okay. During the procedure, you can stay close to your pet, offering comfort and reassurance. If at any point you need a moment to yourself, just let us know.

Rest assured, euthanasia is pain-free. The anaesthetic will help your pet gently fall into a deep sleep, followed by a peaceful passing. It’s natural for there to be a final breath or other reflexes afterward, but these are normal and do not indicate discomfort. Once the procedure is complete, the vet will ensure your pet has passed away peacefully.

Choosing your Goodbye

We understand that contemplating what comes next can be incredibly difficult, and while it may not be easy to think about the “after,” we want to gently offer you some thoughtful options to help guide you during this time or, if you prefer, you can take your cherished pet home with you.

Individual Pet Cremation

If you choose to have your beloved pet cremated, we are here to support you through this difficult time by arranging everything for you with compassion and care. Typically, the ashes will be ready for you to take home within one week, and we will personally notify you when they are available.

We are proud to offer individual pet cremation through our trusted partnership with PCS Northampton, ensuring that your cherished companion is treated with the utmost respect.

Your pet will be cremated alone, and we promise that the ashes you receive will be exclusively those of your pet, returned to you in your selected casket or urn.

Simple Communal Cremation

We understand how much your beloved pet means to you and wish to provide a comforting option during this difficult time. With our simple communal cremation, we will take care of every detail, ensuring that your pet is treated with the utmost respect and care.

Typically, the ashes will be ready for you to take home within a week, and we will inform you as soon as they are available.

Your cherished companion will be cremated alongside other dear pets, and with the support of PCS Northampton, they can find their final resting place together in the serene beauty of our dedicated landscaped gardens.

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Grief & Healing Support

Losing a pet is a deeply emotional experience, and everyone grieves in their own way. It’s important to allow yourself time to process your feelings and seek support when needed. We can recommend resources, to help you through this difficult time.

Remember: It’s okay to feel a wide range of emotions, from sadness to anger to guilt. Grieving is a personal journey, and there is no right or wrong way to do it.

Our Commitment to You

At Warren House Veterinary Centre, we genuinely understand the deep bond you share with your pet, and our commitment is to provide you both with the compassionate care you deserve during this challenging time. We are here to listen to your concerns, offer heartfelt support, and ensure that your pet’s final moments are filled with peace and dignity. Please know that you can reach out to us without hesitation for any assistance you may need on this journey.

Forget-me-nots

If you would like to leave a tribute for you beloved, please email: [email protected]

Pippa

We are truly devastated at losing Pippa. Her sister, Jazz is really struggling. They came to us as sisters and have been together all their lives, nearly 12 years. They came as a pair and we are giving Jazz as much love and continuity as possible.

Goodbye Pippa, run free sweet girl. You were a special, fantastic and wonderfully unique dog”

Buttons

Our beautiful, much loved and forever missed, Buttons brought so much joy and happiness into our lives. We lost her on 8th September and her picture is on our desktop computer for us to say ‘hello best friend’, each morning. We were very touched to receive a condolence card from all the staff at Warren House and grateful to them for helping our beloved Buttons over the Rainbow Bridge. We now have 18-month old litter sisters, Dotty & Daisy, who have helped us through the dark days and brought back our smiles again.

Beasley

Beasley, our beautiful 10 year old Basset Hound was sadly put to sleep on 9th August 2022. He was diagnosed with Lymphoma and, unfortunately, had got so unwell in a short time. We brought him home when he was 12 weeks old and he has been an amazing dog, so gentle and such a cuddly boy, who loved nothing better than a good sniff around the park and a nice sleep on the sofa. He was so loved by his family and we miss him so much.

Toby

Meet Toby, my first love. Toby was a Beagle and like all Beagles he was very stubborn but equally affectionate. My first dog, it was thanks to him that I understood what I wanted to be when I grew up. Unfortunately, he died at the age of 12 from a very aggressive Mastocytoma, which metastasised and took him away in a few days. We grew up together and he was the greatest gift of my life. I was not ready to let him go and it was a great pain, but I know he will always be with me. – Our Vet Federica

Popcorn

This is Popcorn, he was our first rescue and certainly won’t be our last. He was with
us for exactly a year and two months, when he decided to go to sleep and not wake up. Post-mortem and labs came back inconclusive. He came to us when we needed each other the most and we gave each other the best 14 months we could have asked for.

Such a loving, fun, infectious boy.

Memory shared by our Receptionist, Nicola.

Gypsy Rose

This is Gypsy Rose, my Shar Pei. I had her when she was 8 weeks old and she was the most well-behaved dog I have ever owned. She loved everyone, but not in that ‘in your face’ sort of way. She almost bent in half when she wagged her tail. Sadly, she went off her back legs when she was 8 years old and became incontinent which really upset her. She became quite distressed at not being able to get outside to toilet, and I had to make the decision to put her to sleep at home.

As remembered by Cris, gypsy’s mum.

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