Euthanasias
Jag, Dr. Fairbank's previous cat that she adopted when he was 18 years old and living outside. The previous owner felt he was ready to be euthanized, but Dr. Fairbank disagreed. He lived comfortably and happily indoors with her for another 5 years!
Deciding when it is the right time to say goodbye to your pet is a difficult task. You don't have to make this choice alone. Dr. Fairbank and her technician, Dawn can help you decide when your pet is suffering and is ready to let go, and they can help your pet do it quickly and with as little pain and fear as possible.
When you know the time is right, appointments for euthanasia are generally made between 9 and 5 Monday through Friday, but Dr. Fairbank understands that sometimes, those are not convenient times for you, your family or your pet. Fortunately, there are a couple of other euthanasia housecall practices in town that may be able to help you after hours. Feel free to call us, and we can re-direct you to their services if necessary.
Some people like to know what to expect when their pet is euthanized in the home. First, a sedative injection will be given in the muscle of your pet. Sometimes it does briefly burn like a bee sting, but shortly thereafter your pet will drift off to sleep and will not be aware of what is happening after the sedative takes full effect. Next, the final injection will be given to your pet into a vein. The beauty of the sedative, is that your pet isn't aware of this final injection at all. Once in a vein, the euthanasia solution takes effect immediately to stop the patient's breathing, heart and gently end life. At that point Dr. Fairbank will verify your pet is deceased.
A decision will need to be made as to how to handle your pet's remains after the euthanasia: 1) You can bury your pet (if local ordinances allow), 2) you can have your pet cremated with no return of the ashes, or 3) you can have your pet cremated and have the ashes delivered back to you. Dr. Fairbank or her technician Dawn will coordinate your pet's cremation with Southeastern Pet Cremation for your convenience, or you can call them directly at 910-262-0464 (cell) or 910-762-7525 (facility).
When you know the time is right, appointments for euthanasia are generally made between 9 and 5 Monday through Friday, but Dr. Fairbank understands that sometimes, those are not convenient times for you, your family or your pet. Fortunately, there are a couple of other euthanasia housecall practices in town that may be able to help you after hours. Feel free to call us, and we can re-direct you to their services if necessary.
Some people like to know what to expect when their pet is euthanized in the home. First, a sedative injection will be given in the muscle of your pet. Sometimes it does briefly burn like a bee sting, but shortly thereafter your pet will drift off to sleep and will not be aware of what is happening after the sedative takes full effect. Next, the final injection will be given to your pet into a vein. The beauty of the sedative, is that your pet isn't aware of this final injection at all. Once in a vein, the euthanasia solution takes effect immediately to stop the patient's breathing, heart and gently end life. At that point Dr. Fairbank will verify your pet is deceased.
A decision will need to be made as to how to handle your pet's remains after the euthanasia: 1) You can bury your pet (if local ordinances allow), 2) you can have your pet cremated with no return of the ashes, or 3) you can have your pet cremated and have the ashes delivered back to you. Dr. Fairbank or her technician Dawn will coordinate your pet's cremation with Southeastern Pet Cremation for your convenience, or you can call them directly at 910-262-0464 (cell) or 910-762-7525 (facility).
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