HOSPICE AND EUTHANASIA SERVICES
Are you having problems caring for a terminally ill pet at home? Does your pet have a medical condition that is painful or causing poor quality of life? Are you afraid that your sick or elderly pet is suffering?
Our staff of compassionate, caring professionals can help you through this painful experience. We offer hospice services and will work with you to ensure your pet’s comfort and dignity during his or her last days and final moments. Do you have special requests? Do you have questions about care of your pet’s remains? We can help you with these concerns and will make every effort to accommodate your wishes at this very difficult time.
Quality of Life
Deciding when your pet may need hospice care or euthanasia is a very personal and private decision, but that doesn’t mean you have to make this difficult choice on your own. Our hospice and humane euthanasia services are conducted with respect, compassion, and care. Before you struggle through one more day with a sick, elderly, or terminally ill pet that is suffering, call us to learn how we can help.
If you are unsure about your pet’s quality of life, you may schedule a quality of life exam with one of our Veterinarians. In addition. we have provided an objective Quality of Life Assessment form below to help guide you on the best next steps for your pet.
Euthanasia Process
Saying your final goodbye can be extremely painful. Offering a peaceful way to pass and prevent suffering is a final act of love that we can give our furry family member. We will do everything we can to accommodate you when you are ready to make this decision. If it is an emergency and you believe that your pet may be suffering, please call us or an emergency room immediately.
Once you have made an appointment, please fill out our euthanasia form below. We understand that this paperwork can be daunting, but please take your time and remember it is best to get all the paperwork out of the way now so that on the day of the appointment you can just focus on yourself, your family and of course your beloved pet.
If you believe that the car ride and trip will cause anxiety and stress to your pet, please let us know if advance and we may be able to prescribe some sedation that you can give them at home.
Once you arrive, please call our hospital. If your pet needs assistance out of the car please let us know. You will then be excorted to a private and comfortable room where a comfortable blanket and treats can be available. A client service representative will confirm your paperwork and the Doctor and technician will come in to talk to you, explain the process, and can answer any questions.
We appreciate that this is an extrememly difficult time; your family and pet’s comfort is our priority.
Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions, concerns or special accomodations.
After Care and Memorial Services
We strive to provide a variety of aftercare options to honor our patients. Please review some of the services that we offer. You may make your selections in the euthanasia form above.
Cremation
If you choose to do so, we offer cremation through a trusted crematorium “Koefran”.
Private cremation: Your pet’s remains will be cremated alone. This option ensures the safe return of your pet’s cremated remains to your family. Please note that it may take up to 6 weeks for ashes to be returned to you.
Communal Cremation: Your pet will be cremated with other pets. Their ashes will not be returned to you; instead they will be scattered in a dedicated space by one of Koefran’s pet loss professionals.
Lost Creek Etching
We offer custom paw prints etched in stones through Lost Creek Etching (with private cremation only).
About Koefran
Koefran has been a dedicated pet cremation provider to veterinarians for over 40 years.our mission is to treat each pet with compassion and respect,using the highest ethical standards for the afterlife care of all cherished companions.
Memorial Jewelry
We also offer a variety of custom jewelry through Koefran (with private cremation only).
