EUTHANASIA: WHEN IT’S TIME TO SAY GOODBYE
People always ask me how I do it. “Isn’t that the hardest part of your job?” they wonder. Sure, it’s hard. And sad. But honestly, when I euthanize a horse I often feel like I’m doing a great kindness especially when I know that it’s a beloved horse whose owner has agonized for days, months, or even years about making the decision to end that horse’s life. It’s a choice that doesn’t come easily.
In this article, I’m going to help you through the process of ending your horse’s life with veterinary-assisted chemical euthanasia, beginning with a hard look at the scenarios you’re likely to face that would cause you to consider that decision. I’ll help you decide when it’s the right time and will outline the planning steps you’ll need to take. Finally, I’ll explain the euthanasia process, step by step. Although it’s never easy to undergo, if you understand the steps, it’ll be less traumatic for you than learning about it as it’s actually happening to your horse.
