Compassionate at-home euthansia for dogs and cats
Every pet deserves a peaceful departure, surrounded by the familiar sights, sounds and scents of home.
Our mobile vet team is dedicated to ensure your pet's last moment are spent in your home where they felt safest and most love, surrounded by their family.
In-Home Euthanasia
A compassionate and gentle process completed in the comfort of your home, ensure minimal stress for your pet.
Many pets fear the vet clinic due to previous experiences or the uncertainty of what may be inside. Home euthanasia allows your pet to peacefully and humanely pass in the comfort of their own home, giving you and your family the privacy to say goodbye to your beloved pet.
Our team which includes a veterinarian and a veterinary nurse will arrive at home, during a time and day of your choice. Our veterinarian will induce a final deep sleep with medications. This will minimise pain, stress, and suffering. Your pet will then pass away peacefully and will be remembered by you forever.
Aftercare Services with us
There are 2 options of aftercare:
Private Cremation: We have different private cremation packages available starting from $390. Other memorial keepsakes like paw printing is also available. We will deliver the ashes back to your home once the cremation has been completed.
Group Cremation: We will organise transportation and group cremation for your pet. Please note no ashes will be returned to you. The cost of group cremation is dependent on the size of your pet, starts from $220.
For details of the euthanasia process, please refer to our FAQs below.
Private Cremation Packages & Keepsakes
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Package A
Ceramic Urn
Photo frame 6'x 4' (includes a photo)
Lock of hair in a small glass jar
Certificate of Cremation
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Package B
Ceramic Urn
Ink Paw Frame
Photo frame 6'x 4' (includes a photo)
Lock of hair in a small glass jar
Certificate of Cremation
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Package C
Ceramic Urn
Clay Paw Frame
Photo frame 6'x 4' (includes a photo)
Lock of hair in a small glass jar
Certificate of Cremation
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Ink Paw Frame
23cm x 28cm
Included in Package B
Can be purchased seperately
Clay Paw Frame
33cm x 28cm
Included in Package C
Can be purchased seperately
Portrait Disc
Your pet's portrait engraved on a silver disc
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if it is the right time?
Quality of life is the most important aspect that we assess when discussing end-of-life. Here are some questions that you can ask yourself that may help you to assess this: Is your pet in pain? Are the number of bad days outweighing the number of good days? Does your pet still get excited to do the activity he/she most loves (like going on a walk, greeting you when you get home or eating)? Is your pet deteriorating regardless of veterinary treatment? If you finding it hard to decide, you can book a consultation with our vet to discuss your concerns so we can make the best decision for your pet.
What the process of in-home euthanasia?
Our main goal at Brisbane North Mobile Vet is to provide the most peaceful and fear-free passing as possible. The whole process usually takes approximately 15-30 minutes. Your pet should not feel any pain during the procedure. Sedation is given via an injection under the skin initially. This is to reduce fear, stress and any pain that they may be feeling. Your pet may feel a small prick when receiving the injection, similar to their other annual vaccinations. An intravenous catheter is placed in a vein of the leg after clipping off the fur to allow visualisation to find the perfect spot to use medications. Please note that in some pets, IV access may be difficult due to severe illness, and a few attempts may be required. When you and your family are ready, an overdose of anesthetic is given slowly into the vein that will gently stop your pet’s heart. This part of the euthanasia is usually very quick, and your pet will usually pass peacefully within only a few minutes. The vet will confirm that your pet has passed away by listening for your pet’s heartbeat with a stethoscope.
What do I prepare for a home euthanasia appointment?
As the euthanasia will occur at your home, you can choose your pet’s most comfortable or favourite place for this to occur. Consider what you would like around them when they pass. A comforting blanket or bed? Music? Their favourite food or toys? You can arrange for your family or friends to be present if you wish. Discuss with your family what you would like to do for aftercare – we have more information in the aftercare section above. You could also plan how you would like your pet to be remembered after their death. For example, with a ceremony or mementos (for example, paw prints/pictures).
Can other pets be present for the euthanasia?
Yes. Your other pets can be present for the euthanasia to say their final goodbye. This may also help them to know their friend has gone and understand slightly better what has happened. We recommend having excitable dogs on leash for this part.
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