Compassionate End-Of-Life Care serving Ames and Gilbert, IA

At Companion Animal Clinic, your trusted vet in the area, we understand that every decision you make is in the best interest of your beloved pet. For this reason, we want you to know that we support you and will guide you in finding the best way to ensure your pet’s well-being. We are with you every step of the way, offering compassionate end-of-life care tailored to your pet’s needs.

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Symptoms That Indicate Quality of Life Has Been Greatly Diminished

If your pet is experiencing any of the following symptoms, it may indicate their quality of life has been significantly diminished:

• Chronic coughing
• Labored breathing
• Regular incontinence
• Extreme lethargy or disinterest in playing, walking, eating, or being petted
• Difficulty moving around
• Appetite loss
• Chronic pain that cannot be managed with medication

When Is Euthanasia the Best Option?

One of the hardest decisions as a pet parent is choosing euthanasia. However, in cases where your pet is severely injured or extremely ill, euthanasia may be the best choice to prevent unnecessary suffering. Our team at Companion Animal Clinic is here to provide guidance and support during this difficult time.

How to Know When the Time Has Come

Ask yourself: “Does my pet have more bad days than good days?” If the answer is yes, euthanasia may be the most compassionate way to make your pet comfortable and end their suffering peacefully.

What About a Natural Death?

While a natural death may seem like an option, it can often lead to prolonged and painful experiences for pets in critical conditions. Euthanasia ensures your pet will feel comfortable and free from pain, allowing them to pass peacefully.

Aftercare Services

Companion Animal Clinic offers a variety of aftercare options to honor your pet’s memory. These include private or group cremation services through LovingRest Pet Funeral Home, as well as clay paw prints and fur vials. Owners are welcome to take their pet’s remains home if other arrangements have been made.

At Companion Animal Clinic, we are committed to supporting you and your pet with compassion and dignity during this challenging time. Contact us at (515) 233-6689 for more information or to discuss your pet’s needs.