FAQ

The five stages of euthanasia typically refer to emotional stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance, experienced by pet owners when facing or coping with the loss of their pet.

You’ll know your dog has had enough when their quality of life deteriorates significantly—watch for unmanageable pain, behavioral changes, or inability to enjoy daily activities.

The five emotional stages commonly associated with the euthanasia process are denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance, mirroring the stages of grief.

You’ll know your dog has had enough when they experience persistent pain, loss of appetite, mobility issues, and no longer enjoy daily life. Consulting your veterinarian can help assess your dog’s quality of life and guide your decision.

Common signs a dog is suffering include chronic pain, breathing difficulty, appetite loss, incontinence, severe behavioral changes, and a lack of interest in activities.

Acceptable reasons to euthanize a dog include chronic pain, terminal illness, severe injury, advanced cognitive decline, or behavioral issues unresponsive to treatment—all affecting the dog’s quality of life.

It is generally considered kinder to put a dog down slightly too early than too late, to prevent unnecessary suffering and maintain their dignity in the final days.

It's time to consider putting a dog down when their quality of life declines significantly due to chronic pain, illness, or behavioral issues, and treatment no longer helps. Consulting a veterinarian and using tools like the HHHHHMM Scale can guide this difficult decision.

You should consider putting a dog down when its quality of life is poor due to chronic pain, terminal illness, severe injury, or unmanageable behavioral issues. Consulting with a veterinarian can help assess your dog's well-being and guide your decision.

Your dog has likely finished giving birth when all expected puppies and placentas are delivered, contractions stop, and she becomes calm and attentive to her litter. If you're unsure or see signs of distress, consult your veterinarian.