Treatment Policies

Euthanasia

We feel very strongly that this is an area of veterinary medicine which should not be overlooked, and to the best of our ability should be a planned, informative, procedure where possible.

If it is known prior to the appointment that euthanasia is likely we try to arrange a time at the end of surgery, when more time can be given, and the practice is quiet. We try to collect payment at the time, but we do understand if a client wishes to pay at a later date, however, most feel it is best to sort out the paperwork before the event, so you can leave in peace at your own time.

If a house visit is requested this is perfectly acceptable, but please understand the extra charge incurred.

What happens afterwards?
You have the choice of burial, individual cremation with ashes returned to you or a standard cremation where the ashes of your pet are scattered in the garden of remembrance at the crematorium.

We use Animal Funeral Services at Gloucester. There is a client leaflet available on the company, so please do not hesitate to ask. The Gloucester site has a garden of remembrance, which can be visited by the public.

Private cremations are costly and there is a delay in the return of ashes, of usually about a week. There is a choice of caskets and urns, and a brochure, along with examples are available for your choice – but prices do vary.

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