# Cloud 9 Vets --- ## Pages - [Pricing Test](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pricing-test/): The price of your pet's end-of-life care will often be the last thing on your mind. Check Cloud 9 Vets Prices for Personal Unrushed Pet End of Life Home Visits. - [Portsmouth](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/portsmouth/): Bid a fond farewell to an ailing animal family member in the comfort and privacy of your own home. Get pet euthanasia at home in Portsmouth by Cloud 9 Vets. - [Work with us](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/work-with-us/): We are animal lovers who have lost pets ourselves and ready to assist you at the most difficult time of owning a pet. Feel free to contact us 24/7. - [Privacy Policy](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/privacy-policy/): Find our privacy policy here. - [Gloucester](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/gloucester/): Cloud 9 Vets helps your pet when they are suffering or at the end of life. Call us for a gentle pet euthanasia in Gloucester. - [Hemel Hempstead](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/hemel-hempstead/): Say goodbye to beloved animal members of your family in safety and comfort. Cloud 9 Vets helps you with caring, loving pet euthanasia in Hemel Hempstead HP. - [Sheffield](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/sheffield/): With gentle and caring pet euthanasia at home in Sheffield, Cloud 9 Vets helps you say goodbye to your sick and ailing pets. Talk with our care coordinators - [Rochester](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/rochester/): [vc_column_text... Read More - [Nottingham](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/nottingham/): Cloud 9 Vets is a team of helpful and caring animal lovers. Relieve your pet's pain and say goodbye on your terms with pet euthanasia at home in Nottingham. - [Kirkcaldy](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/kirkcaldy/): Sometimes this is the last great gift of love that you can give your ailing pet. Talk about getting pet euthanasia in Kirkcaldy from our animal-loving team. - [Doncaster](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/doncaster/): Let your pet say farewell in the sights, sounds and smells of their home, surrounded by the people they love. Talk with us about pet euthanasia at home - [Derbyshire](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/derbyshire/): An ailing pet's life can be one of suffering. Talk to the experts at Cloud 9 Vets about your cat or dog's health. We provide Gentle pet euthanasia at home. - [Belfast](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/belfast/): [vc_column_text... Read More - [York](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/york/): A life lived in constant pain can be brought to a peaceful end. Talk to us if your pet is suffering - we offer caring pet euthanasia at home in York. - [Taunton](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/taunton/): At Cloud 9 Vets we specialise in putting your dog to sleep in the comfort of your own home in Taunton. Call today and speak to one of our care co-ordinators. - [Swindon](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/swindon/): Cloud 9 Vets helps you say a final goodbye to your old or ill and suffering pet in Swindon. Speak with our care coordinators about you pet's health. - [Stoke-On-Trent and East Cheshire](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/stoke-on-trent-and-east-cheshire/): Let your pet say farewell in the sights, sounds and smells of their home, surrounded by the people they love. Talk with us about pet euthanasia at home in Stoke-On-Trent and East Cheshire - [Stockport](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/stockport/): Cloud 9 Vets understands the bond between you and your animal companions. Get gentle pet euthanasia at home in Stockport from Cloud 9 Vets. - [Stevenage](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/stevenage/): A peaceful and gentle end can be a way to free your beloved animal companion from a life of pain. Talk to us about pet euthanasia in Stevenage from Cloud 9 Vets. - [St. Albans](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/st-albans/): Talk to us about getting gentle at home pet euthanasia in St. Albans. Let your treasured pet comfortably go to their final sleep. - [Southend-on-Sea](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/southend-on-sea/): Cloud 9 Vets gives you the support you need at this difficult time. Choose pet euthanasia at home in Southend-on-Sea SS for a gentle goodbye. - [Southampton](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/southampton/): Cloud 9 Vets is a team of animal lovers and pet owners who know the pain of losing animal family members. Talk to us about putting your dog or cat to sleep in the familiar and secure environment of home in Southampton. - [Southall / Uxbridge](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/southall-uxbridge/): Discuss your pet's health with our care coordinators. We can send a caring Home visit Vet to perform a gentle pet euthanasia if there are no other options. - [Slough](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/slough/): Allowing your treasured animal companion to stay in the home environment let's them pass easily. Learn about in-home pet euthanasia in Slough SL. - [Reading](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/reading/): Cloud 9 Vets gives you the chance to say a loving goodbye to your beloved animal companion. Talk to us about pet euthanasia in Reading whenever you need to. - [Preston](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/preston/): When an animal member of your family is suffering, talk to Cloud 9 Vets. Our team are pet lovers and animal owners themselves and know how you are feeling. - [Peterborough](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/peterborough/): Choosing at home euthanasia is often the compassionate choice for your pet. Call us today and our caring team will help you through the process. - [Oxford](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/oxford/): Cloud 9 Vets are your local provider of gentle dog and cat euthanasia at home in Oxford. Talk to us today about your pet's health. - [Oldham](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/oldham/): Get animal members of your family the care and support they need at the end of their life. Speak with our care coordinators about pet euthanasia in Oldham. - [Norwich](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/norwich/): When your pet is suffering, talk to Cloud 9 Vets. A life lived in constant pain is no life at all. Get compassionate pet euthanasia at home in Norwich and Norfolk. - [Northampton](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/northampton/): Make sure your pet is not suffering. Get in touch with our care coordinators to discuss your pet's health and gentle pet euthanasia in Northampton. - [Newcastle](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/newcastle/): If your animal companion is suffering, talk to Cloud 9 Vets. From initial consultation to pet euthanasia at home in Newcastle, we can help. - [Milton Keynes](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/milton-keynes/): Giving your animal companion a painless passing can be your final gift to them. Talk to the animal lovers at Cloud 9 Vets about pet euthanasia in Milton Keynes. - [Manchester](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/manchester/): A life lived in constant pain can be brought to a peaceful end. Talk to us if your pet is suffering - we offer caring pet euthanasia at home in Manchester. - [Luton](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/luton/): Help your pet gently slip away when they are living in constant pain and medication can do nothing. Discuss pet euthanasia in Luton LU with an expert. - [London](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/london/): At Cloud 9 Vets we specialise in putting your dog to sleep in the comfort of your home. Call today and speak to one of our end of life care co-ordinators. - [Liverpool](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/liverpool/): Get compassionate pet euthanasia at home in Liverpool from the caring Cloud 9 Vets team for your ill or elderly pet. Talk to our care coordinators today. - [Leicester](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/leicester/): Call on your caring local Vets when your animal companion is suffering. Cloud 9 Vets provides gentle and loving pet euthanasia at home in Leicester. - [Leeds](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/leeds/): If your animal companion is suffering, talk to Cloud 9 Vets. From initial consultation to pet euthanasia at home in Leeds, we can help. - [Ipswich](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/ipswich/): At Cloud 9 Vets we specialise in putting down your dog in the comfort of your Ipswich home. Call today and speak to one of our end of life care co-ordinators. - [Huddersfield](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/huddersfield/): Cloud 9 Vets is a team formed out of pet owners and animals lovers who will understand how you feel. Talk to us about pet euthanasia at home in Huddersfield. - [High Wycombe](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/high-wycombe/): At Cloud 9 Vets we specialise in putting your dog or cat to sleep in the comfort of your home. Call today and speak to one of our end of life care co-ordinators. - [Watford](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/watford/): Talk to our care coordinators about making sure your pet does not suffer in their final days - discuss gentle pet euthanasia in Watford WD. - [Warrington](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/warrington/): Get in touch with our care coordinators to arrange gentle pet euthanasia in your own home in Warrington from Cloud 9 Vets. - [Chester](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/chester/): For all compassionate pet euthanasia at home in Chester speak to one of our care coordinators at Cloud 9 Vets. - [Colchester](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/colchester/): Cloud 9 Vets is a group of animal lovers and pet owners. Talk to our care coordinators for compasionate pet euthanasia in Colchester. - [Coventry](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/coventry/): Saying goodbye to an adored animal member of your family is tough enough. Pet euthanasia at home is the way to make sure your pet is in comfort at the end of their life. - [Wigan](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/wigan/): Cloud 9 Vets helps your ill or elderly pet during their final days. Talk with our care coordinators for gentle pet euthanasia at home in Wigan from Cloud 9. - [Greater London](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/greater-london/): Cloud 9 Vets provides compassionate at home pet euthanasia for the local pets of London. Contact us today to see how we can help. - [Halifax](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/halifax/): Have a caring Vet visit your animal companion in their own home in Halifax to free them from constant agony with gentle pet euthanasia. - [Harrow](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/harrow/): It can be an impossible decision to face, but it can also be the last great gift you can give them. Talk to us about compassionate pet euthanasia at home in Harrow. - [Cardiff](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/cardiff/): Cloud 9 Vets offers compassionate pet euthanasia in your own home. Get in touch with our care coordinators to discuss your pet's health. - [Cambridge](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/cambridge/): Cloud 9 Vets is a team of animal lovers and pet owners. Talk with our care coordinators about your need for gentle pet euthanasia at home in Cambridge. - [Bristol](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/bristol/): At Cloud 9 Vets we specialise in putting your cat down in the comfort of your Bristol home, Call today and speak to one of our end of life care co-ordinators. - [Bradford](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/bradford/): Cloud 9 Vets can support you in making that impossible decision. Say goodbye on your own terms, with pet euthanasia at home in Bradford, BD. - [Bournemouth](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/bournemouth/): An ailing pet's life can be one of suffering. Talk to the caring experts at Cloud 9 Vets Bournemouth about if it is time for gentle pet euthanasia at home. - [Bolton](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/bolton/): Free your old or terminally ill pet from suffering, when the time comes. Choose compassionate pet euthanasia at home in Bolton from Cloud 9 Vets. - [Blackburn](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/blackburn/): Pet euthanasia at home is the most compassionate way to say goodbye to your pets who are suffering. Wherever you are in Blackburn, Cloud 9 Vets can help. - [Birmingham](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/birmingham/): Cloud 9 Vets are the local experts when it comes to gentle in-home pet euthanasia. Talk to our care coordinators today to arrange a vet visit to your home. - [Bath](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/bath/): At Cloud 9 Vets we specialise in putting down your dog in the comfort of your Bath home, Call today and speak to one of our end of life care co-ordinators. - [Paisley](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/paisley/): Talk to us about compassionate in-home pet euthanasia in Paisley. One of our friendly & caring vets will come to your home to carry on the procedure gently. - [Motherwell](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/motherwell/): Cloud 9 Vets are local animal lovers who've lost pets themselves. We formed out of the need to be able to provide in-home pet euthanasia in Motherwell. - [Kilmarnock](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/kilmarnock/): Deciding to end the life of your beloved pet will never be easy. But it can be more restful, with our option for in-home pet euthanasia in Kilmarnock KA. - [Glasgow](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/glasgow/): At Cloud 9 Vets we specialise in putting your cat down in the comfort of your Glasgow home, Call today and speak to one of our end of life care co-ordinators - [Falkirk](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/falkirk/): At the end of a long life, a gentle end to all the pain can be the last thing you can do for your pet. Talk to the experts about pet euthanasia in Falkirk. - [Edinburgh](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/edinburgh/): Give your pet the highest quality of life even in their final days. We support you throughout the process of putting your put down in your own home in Edinburgh. - [Redhill](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/redhill/): It is be difficult to say goodbye to your beloved pets. Cloud 9 Vets offer caring in-home pet euthanasia & more in Redhill, the RH area, Surrey. - [Guildford](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/guildford/): We provide cat and dog euthanasia across Guildford and throughout Surrey. Get gentle pet euthanasia as a final gift for your pet when the end is near. - [Dartford](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/dartford/): Whether it is your cat, dog, rabbit or any other animal family member we can help with a gentle, caring home euthanasia service. - [Lymphoma in Dogs](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/lymphoma-in-dogs/): Learn more about Lymphoma in Dogs - the symptoms, treatment and more. Find out more from Cloud 9 Vets here. - [Types of Dog Cancer](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/types-of-dog-cancer/): Dogs can suffer different varieties and forms of cancer. Here we walk though some definitions and outline some of the types of dog cancer. - [Parvo in Dogs](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/parvo-in-dogs/): Canine Parvovirus Type 2 (CPV) is a highly-contagious incurable viral illness and, sadly, the bad news is that around nine in ten puppies that contract it and do not receive prompt treatment will die. - [Kidney Failure in Dogs](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/kidney-failure-in-dogs/): Kidney problems are relatively common in dogs. Learn more aboure ther conditions and symptoms here and if you should consider euthanasia. - [Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/congestive-heart-failure-in-dogs/): Dogs can get heart problems just like humans do but the type and causes of any heart disease are very different from our own. Find out more here. - [Arthritis in Dogs](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/arthritis-in-dogs/): Arthritis is quite a broad term but is basically a condition where joints have become chronically sore and inflamed. Find out more here. - [Dog Guide to Assessing Quality of Life](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/dog-guide-to-assessing-quality-of-life/): The decision to put your beloved dog to sleep is always a tremendously difficult and heartbreaking one. Let us help at Cloud 9 Vets. Contact us today. - [FIP in Cats](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/fip-in-cats/): Identify the symptoms of Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) and learn how to Care for a cat with FIP. Learn more here. - [Cancer in Cats](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/cancer-in-cats/): Learn more about the Common Symptoms of Cancer in Cats and Life Expectancy from Cloud 9 Vets. - [Lymphoma in Cats](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/lymphoma-in-cats/): Lymphoma in cats are already one of the most common forms of the disease, and one which afflicts cats more than any other domestic pet. - [Kidney Failure in Cats](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/kidney-failure-in-cats/): Kidney problems are relatively common in cats. Learn more about the symptoms and conditions here. - [Chelmsford](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/chelmsford/): A compassionate way to escape constant suffering can be the last gift you give your animal companion. Talk to our care coordinators about pet euthanasia in Chelmsford. - [Is it time?](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/is-it-time/): Knowing if the time is right to consider pet euthanasia is always difficult. We understand this and we offer a checklist to help guide you. - [Aftercare Services](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/aftercare-services/): [vc_column... Read More - [Canterbury](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/canterbury-ct/): Say goodbye to your beloved pet in the comfort of their own home, and give them a peaceful end to their pain. Talk to us about pet euthanasia in Canterbury. - [Get in touch](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/get-in-touch/): We are animal lovers who have lost pets ourselves and ready to assist you at the most difficult time of owning a pet. Get in touch today. - [FeLV and FIV in Cats](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/felv-and-fiv-in-cats/): This article will help you identify the symptoms of Feline Aids or Leukaemia and learn how to Care for a cat with FeLV or FIV. Learn more here. - [Knowledge Base](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/): Browse by topic our educational Pet Knowledge Base written by our Caring Cloud 9 Vets. Check the information on the most common cat or dog terminal illnesses. - [FAQs](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/frequently-asked-questions/): Ask any questions that you might have about our mobile Vets and services. We have prepared a FAQ page which will hopefully answer all your questions. - [Areas We Cover](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/): We now cover most of the UK including Sussex, Greater London, Bristol & Scotland. Our mission at Cloud 9 Vets is to provide caring end of life at home veterinary services to all of the UK. - [Reviews](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/testimonials/): [vc_single_image image=”8039″ img_size=”full” alignment=”right”... Read More - [Pricing](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/prices/): The price of your pet's end-of-life care will often be the last thing on your mind. Check Cloud 9 Vets Prices for Personal Unrushed Pet End of Life Home Visits. - [Pet Euthanasia](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/vet-services/pet-euthanasia/): Compassionate pet euthanasia at home in the UK is the perfect way to say goodbye to your treasured friend. Contact us today to see how we can help. - [Cat Euthanasia](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/vet-services/cat-euthanasia/): If your cat's quality of life is too compromised, putting your cat gently to sleep may be the most peaceful solution. Find out more from Cloud 9 Vets. - [Gentle at home Euthanasia](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/vet-services/): Cloud 9 Vets offers in home pet euthanasia across the UK. Find out about our services and the locations we serve. - [Dog Euthanasia](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/vet-services/dog-euthanasia/): Help your companion stay relaxed right to the end and say goodbye peacefully with pain-free sedation and gentle dog euthanasia provided by Cloud 9 Vets. - [Home](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/): At Cloud 9 Vets we specialise in gentle, compassionate at home euthanasia with nationwide UK coverage. Call Today and speak to one of our caring staff. --- ## Posts - [Understanding Cognitive Dysfunction in Cats (Feline Dementia)](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/understanding-cognitive-dysfunction-in-cats-feline-dementia/): CDS is very similar to dementia, or senility. Find out more about the condition and how Cloud 9 Vets are here to help guide you. - [Osteoarthritis in Cats](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/osteoarthritis-in-cats/): Osteoarthritis is a very common condition in cats, particularly as they age. Find out more about the condition here. - [Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in cats](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/hypertrophic-cardiomyopathy-in-cats/): Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) in cats is a form of heart disease which, sadly, is often fatal. Find out about the condition here. - [Incontinence in senior dogs](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/incontinence-in-senior-dogs/): As our dogs age, we see health issues arise. One problem that affects many of our senior canine companions is incontinence. Find out more here. - [Dogs in their Senior Years – supporting common conditions](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/dogs-in-their-senior-years-supporting-common-conditions/): As our pets age it’s not uncommon to see certain health issues developing. Find out the most common conditions affecting older dogs here. - [Cats in their Senior Years – Supporting Common Conditions](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/cats-in-their-senior-years-supporting-common-conditions/): Sadly, our kitties don’t stay young forever, and as old age creeps in, health concerns can too. Find out the most common conditions for older cats here. - [Saying Goodbye To A Pet At Christmas](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/saying-goodbye-to-a-pet-at-christmas/): Christmas is probably the last time of year that anyone would choose to say goodbye to a beloved pet. Contact our care coordinators if you need any support. - [Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) in Dogs – Life expectancy, symptoms and treatment](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/intervertebral-disc-disease-ivdd-in-dogs-life-expectancy-symptoms-and-treatment/): IVDD, or Intervertebral Disc Disease, is the most common condition affecting dogs spines. Find out what is it, symptoms and life expectancy here. - [Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) in Dogs – causes, symptoms and life expectancy](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/dilated-cardiomyopathy-dcm-in-dogs-causes-symptoms-and-life-expectancy/): Dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs is a condition where the heart ventricles become dilated and the ventricular walls become weaker. Find out more here. - [Glaucoma in dogs – how can it affect their quality of life?](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/glaucoma-in-dogs-how-can-it-affect-their-quality-of-life/): Glaucoma can affect your dog's quality of life. Find out about the condition and what you can do to help improve your dog's quality of life. - [Adrenal Gland Cancer (Pheochromocytoma) in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, Life Expectancy](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/adrenal-gland-cancer-pheochromocytoma-in-dogs-causes-symptoms-life-expectancy/): Adrenal gland cancer (pheochromocytoma) affects middle aged to older dogs. Find out the causes, symptoms and life expectance here. - [How Long Do Rabbits Live ](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-long-do-rabbits-live/): Find out how long rabbits can live when cared for as domesticated pets. - [Syncope fainting in dogs](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/syncope-fainting-in-dogs/): Syncope is the medical term for fainting and although you may not realise it, some dogs suffer from it. Here is our thorough guide to syncope in dogs - [Pancreatitis in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, Warning Signs](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pancreatitis-in-cats-causes-symptoms-warning-signs/): Pancreatitis in cats can be a challenging condition to manage and treat. Find out more about the condition here. - [Recognising the final stages of Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) in dogs ](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/recognising-the-final-stages-of-degenerative-myelopathy-dm-in-dogs/): Understanding degenerative myelopathy in dogs may help some people deal with the situation and understand when the time is right to say goodbye. - [Recognizing the Final Stages of Canine Diabetes](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/recognizing-the-final-stages-of-canine-diabetes-signs-a-dog-with-diabetes-is-dying/): Recognising the signs of diabetes in your dog may allow you to better recognise their quality of life. Find out about the signs of dog diabetes here. - [Should you put to sleep a dog with vestibular disease?](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/should-you-put-to-sleep-a-dog-with-vestibular-disease/): Vestibular disease in dogs can be frightening to witness, and the onset can be rapid and dramatic. Learn more about the condition and your options here. - [When to Put a Cat with FIV to Sleep?](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/when-to-put-a-cat-with-fiv-to-sleep/): End-of-life care is a sensitive subject, and preparing for your... Read More - [Addison's Disease in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment ](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/addisons-disease-in-dogs-causes-symptoms-and-treatment/): Addison's Disease in dogs can be serious. Find out about the symptoms and treatment available here at Cloud 9 Vets. - [How to Help our Senior Pets through the Busy Festive Period](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-to-help-our-senior-pets-through-the-busy-festive-period/): Christmas is an exciting and busy time for many families, but not so much for pets. Find out how to help a senior pet through the festive period here. - [How to keep older pets comfortable during the winter?](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-to-keep-older-pets-comfortable-during-the-winter/): If you have a pet who is in their more senior years, it is perfectly normal to worry a little about them. Here are some helpful tips to make them comfortable during winter. - [My Cat is Sleeping More, What Does This Mean?](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/my-cat-is-sleeping-more-what-does-this-mean/): There are many reasons why your cat is sleeping more. Find out what it means in our article here from Cloud 9 Vets. - [How can we help our older pets through the fireworks season?](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-can-we-help-our-older-pets-through-the-fireworks-season/): Fireworks season can be a lot of fun for humans... Read More - [How can I make my home more comfortable for my older pet](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-can-i-make-my-home-more-comfortable-for-my-older-pet/): Find out how make your home more comfortable for your older pet. From simple changes and adjustments you can make. Find out more here. - [Looking after Senior pets (Part 2)](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/looking-after-senior-pets-part-2/): In this blog, we will continue to explore caring for... Read More - [Looking after Senior pets (Part one of a 2 part guide)](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/looking-after-senior-pets-part-one-of-a-2-part-guide/): It is inevitable that our furry friends will get older,... Read More - [Does my dog have cancer?](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/does-my-dog-have-cancer/): There are sadly many different forms of cancer that can affect dogs. Some are more serious than others, but cancer is still a huge health concern for many pet owners. - [How do I know if my pet has a good quality of life](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-do-i-know-if-my-pet-has-a-good-quality-of-life/): Thinking about the quality of life of our pets if... Read More - [How to care for your senior pets?](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-to-care-for-your-senior-pets/): Finding out how to care for your senior pets can improve their quality of life overall. Find out our recommendations here. - [Kidney Disease in Dogs](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/kidney-disease-in-dogs/): Introduction The kidneys are some of the most vital organs... Read More - [My big dog is getting weak on his back legs - what should I do?](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/my-big-dog-is-getting-weak-on-his-back-legs-what-should-i-do/): Anyone who has owned an older dog will ask, 'Why is my big dog weak'. 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You may ask - How long does it take for a dog to be put to sleep? - [Euthanasia Due To Aggressive Behaviour](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/euthanasia-due-to-aggressive-behaviour/): Cloud 9 Vets will try every other option available before considering your dog must have euthanasia due to aggressive behaviour - [Ask Your Local Manchester Vet - What is Kidney Failure in Dogs?](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/local-manchester-vet/): If you are concerned about the risk of kidney failure in your dog, you should ask your local Manchester vet - Cloud 9 Vets. - [10 Tips On Coping With Unexpected Pet Loss](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/10-tips-on-coping-with-unexpected-pet-loss/): Losing a pet can make your life feel incredibly empty. 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However, it is likely you might do. - [Reasons to Put Your Dog Down Compassionately](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/reasons-to-put-your-dog-down/): You might think that there will never be reasons to put your dog down, but unfortunately, these are all too common. Read on to get reassured. - [How To Tell If Your Dog Is In Pain](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-to-tell-if-your-dog-is-in-pain/): There is nobody better placed to understand your dog’s health than you, but how to tell if your dog is in pain? Read on to help your dog. - [What To Ask Before Deciding On Cat Euthanasia](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/what-to-ask-before-deciding-on-cat-euthanasia/): Common Questions To Ask Before Deciding On Cat Euthanasia - What To Ask Before Deciding On Cat Euthanasia to Understand the Process - [When is the Right Time For Dog Euthanasia, and Should You Be There When It Happens?](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/right-time-for-dog-euthanasia/): Right Time For Dog Euthanasia. When Is the Right Time For Dog Euthanasia? 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What Happens During the Pet Euthanasia Procedure Can Help You Become More Prepared For this challenge. - [Pet Euthanasia - Coping Afterwards](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pet-euthanasia-coping-afterward/): Pet Euthanasia - Coping After Your Pet Has Been Put To Sleep - Whether To Bury or Cremate Your Pet's Body When It Has Gone - [Have you heard of a pet will?](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/have-you-heard-of-a-pet-will/): Have you left your pet something to take care of them. Have you heard of a pet will? Leave them somethong to ensure their care. - [Dog and Cat Lifespan - When Is Pet Euthanasia The Right Choice](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/dog-and-cat-lifespan-when-is-pet-euthanasia-the-right-choice/): Dog and Cat Lifespan - When Pet Euthanasia is The Right Choice, regardless of your cat's lifespan or dog's stage of life, it is still hard. - [How To Help a Friend Grieving the Loss of a Pet After Euthanasia](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-to-help-a-friend-grieving-the-loss-of-a-pet-after-euthanasia/): How To Help a Friend Grieving the Loss of a Pet After Euthanasia. What to say and not to say to a friend dealing with pet euthanasia. - [Coping With the Loss of a Pet](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/coping-with-the-loss-of-a-pet/): Coping With the Loss of a Pet - Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Providing the most peaceful passing for pets - [Compassionate Pet Euthanasia - Should I Put My Cat Down? 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Can neurological disorders in dogs be cured? what can i do if my dog has neurological problems? - [How Do Dogs Age?](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-do-dogs-age/): How Do Dogs Age and how long is a Dog Lifespan. What to expect with an aging dog, dog disaeases and illnesses as they age. - [Pet Bereavement - Saying Goodbye To A Pet During COVID-19](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pet-bereavement-saying-goodbye-to-a-pet/): Pet Bereavement - Saying Goodbye To A Pet during the COVID-19 Pandemic. It is difficult, but we can help during this difficult time. - [Is My Dog In Pain?](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/is-my-dog-in-pain/): Is My Dog In Pain? How to tell if your dog is suffering. What do do if your dog is in pain, medications, and treatment from a vet. - [The Options of Remembrance after Pet Euthanasia](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/the-options-of-remembrance-after-euthanasia/): The Options of Remembrance after Pet Euthanasia - Cremation, burial, pawprints, written tributes, memorials, photographs, and other ways. - [Pet Euthanasia - The Grieving Process](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pet-euthanasia-the-grieving-process/): Pet Euthanasia - The Grieving Process - How you, yiour friends, family and children can cope after the challenging decision of pert euthansia - [Pet Euthanasia and Saying Goodbye to Your Pet - When is the Right Time?](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pet-euthanasia-saying-goodbye-to-your-pet/): Saying goodbye to your pet - when is the right time? gauging the quality of life of your pet to decide on pet euthanasia. - [Hip Dysplasia in Dogs](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/hip-dysplasia-in-dogs/): Hip Dysplasia in Dogs. What Is Hip Dysplasia in Dogs? Signs and Treatment of Canine Hip Dysplasia. What Breeds Are Prone To Hip Dysplasia? - [Pet Dementia: When is the right time to think about putting your pet to sleep?](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pet-dementia/): Pet Dementia: When is the right time to think about putting your pet to sleep? Compassionate pet euthanasia can be the most dignified end. - [Pet Hospice Care](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pet-hospice-care/): Pet Hospice Care - End of Life Care For Your Pet - Pet Euthanasia. These are difficult decisions to make for beloved friend, and we can help. - [Incontinence in Dogs](https://cloud9vets.co.uk/incontinence-in-dogs/): Incontinence in Dogs. What does this condition mean for your dog? What are the symptoms, and what are the causes of canine incontinence? --- # # Detailed Content ## Pages > The price of your pet's end-of-life care will often be the last thing on your mind. Check Cloud 9 Vets Prices for Personal Unrushed Pet End of Life Home Visits. - Published: 2025-03-20 - Modified: 2025-03-20 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pricing-test/ Pricing If your elderly or terminally ill pet requires urgent veterinary assistance, please call us without delay. 08000 354 999 What Happens When You Make That First Call? The first call to us is always the hardest, but we're here to make the process easier. Find out all about that first call to our considerate care co-ordinators in our video here. 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For gentle dog euthanasia in your own home, we’ll always start with slowly explaining everything how the process will work and what to expect. This will help you to have the most peaceful experience, as you’ll know exactly what will happen every step of the way. The gentle two-injection process ensures that your pet feels nothing whatsoever or at the most a quick pinprick in the neck and will just peacefully drift off to sleep. We advise giving a tasty treat at the same time making this first injection a positive moment for you both. Toy Dogs 0-10kg Example Breeds: Chihuahua, Pomeranian, Papillon, Bichon Frise, Pug, Shih Tzu, Yorkshire Terrier, Toy Poodle or Pekingese £279 Small Dogs 11-20 kg Example Breeds: Poodle, Beagle, Yorkshire Terrier, King Charles Spaniel, French Bulldog £289 Medium Dogs 21-34kg Example Breeds: Labrador, Retriever, Boxer, Border Terrier, Hungarian Viszla or Collie £299 Large Dogs 35-50kg Example Breeds: Labrador, Retriever, Boxer, German Shepperd or Greyhound. £329 XL Dogs 50kg + Example Breeds: Newfoundlanders, Mastiffs, Great Danes, Saint Bernards, Wolf Hounds, Alaskan Malamute, Akitas, or various Shepherd Dogs. £349 Cats Example Breeds: Bengal cats, British Shorthair, Persian,... --- > Bid a fond farewell to an ailing animal family member in the comfort and privacy of your own home. Get pet euthanasia at home in Portsmouth by Cloud 9 Vets. - Published: 2024-09-23 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/portsmouth/ Pet Euthanasia At Home in Portsmouth Pet euthanasia at home takes all of the distress out of the situation for your suffering animal companion. You have already made the impossible decision to help your animal family member say goodbye on his or her own terms. By having the actual process of putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep take place in your own home, you make sure that they do not need to suffer even more - through a stressful trip across town to the cold steel tables of your local Vet's surgery. Surrounded by the comforting sights, smells and sounds of their own home, your pet will be able to relax as much as possible given their condition. In most cases, they may not even notice your Vet being present. They can rest in their bed or a suitable, comfortable space which you have prepared. And they can be surrounded and supported by you and any other members of your family who may wish to be present, as well as their favoured toys or blankets. A full pet quality of life consultation before we go ahead ensures that there is nothing more which can be done for them. The process we follow during pet euthanasia in home ensures that your animal companion feels no pain. The only discomfort is the tiny pinprick of the initial injection which sends them to sleep. After this, they simply drift off and never wake up. We understand that you may... --- > We are animal lovers who have lost pets ourselves and ready to assist you at the most difficult time of owning a pet. 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As one of our vet team, you will join us as a ‘Vet Associate’, where you are able to choose your own hours of work around your availability, through pre-booked and agreed appointment times so you can easily combine your work around other commitments that you may have. This is a rewarding opportunity to help pet families when they need a compassionate and unhurried home visit. Supported by our passionate Care Coordinators who provide telephone support from 7am-8pm, seven days a week, we handle all the time consuming calls and bookings (which are screened by us and agreed with you, prior to all visit being booked). We also manage search engine optimisation, Google Ads and other marketing, so that you can confidently attend your appointment... --- > Find our privacy policy here. - Published: 2024-08-08 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/privacy-policy/ Privacy Policy Last updated: 21st May 2018. 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Information we may collect from you Information that you provide to us, such as your IP address, name, address, email address and telephone number, age, username, password and other registration information, financial and bank account information, personal description, information with regards to your business, any information about you or your business that you revealed in photographs which you uploaded to our system or provided to us (or which you permit us to take) and... --- > Cloud 9 Vets helps your pet when they are suffering or at the end of life. Call us for a gentle pet euthanasia in Gloucester. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/gloucester/ Pet Euthanasia in Gloucester Can Be the Last Thing You Do For Your Pet A peaceful and dignified end without any more suffering is sometimes the last great act you can perform for animal members of your family. We are all animal lovers here at Cloud 9 Vets, so we know how impossible it can be to make this heartbreaking choice. It is the reason why, when we are called in for pet euthanasia, we always start with a pet quality of life consultation in your own home. By coming and meeting your pet in the place they spend most of their time, your caring home visit vet will be able to get the full picture as to their health and the pain that they are in. Putting a cat to sleep or putting a dog down is, of course, something that can only be done once all other options are exhausted - with the only other choice being a life lived in constant pain and discomfort. Please remember - pet euthanasia from us is an entirely stress and pain-free process for your pet. They will feel only the smallest pinprick of the first injection and will then be unconscious for any small-scale shaving which may be needed and the final injection of anaesthetic which lets them peacefully drift off to their final rest. It is common for our clients to feel that they need to know more before they can agree that the procedure will go ahead. Please feel... --- > Say goodbye to beloved animal members of your family in safety and comfort. Cloud 9 Vets helps you with caring, loving pet euthanasia in Hemel Hempstead HP. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/hemel-hempstead/ Painless In-Home Pet Euthanasia in Hemel Hempstead Saying goodbye to a seriously ill pet member of your family is a time of consideration that can be almost impossible to come to terms with - even when you know they are suffering. As animals lovers who've had to deal with the loss of our beloved pets ourselves, we know that everything associated with pet euthanasia can be a conversation you simply do not want to have. We've found that it can help though, to get all of the information you need first. At the very least, it can help you to understand that sometimes putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep can be your final gift to them. Something that will free them from constant pain. Talk to us about pet euthanasia and we will always suggest that you have one of our helpful and supportive Mobile Vets come and visit you at home. They will examine your pet and determine their condition. This pet quality of life assessment lets you go into the process of making that very personal, impossible-to-make decision armed with all the facts. As well as the pain their pets are enduring, for many people the cost of putting a dog to sleep or cat euthanasia costs can also be a concern. But we're here to talk to you about any part of the process, from dog euthanasia costs to the incredibly gentle pain-free procedure which we use. Please don't hesitate to call and... --- > With gentle and caring pet euthanasia at home in Sheffield, Cloud 9 Vets helps you say goodbye to your sick and ailing pets. Talk with our care coordinators - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2024-08-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/sheffield/ COMING SOON - Pet Euthanasia At Home in Sheffield - Give Them the Gift of a Great Goodbye Saying farewell to an adored animal member of your family is never going to be easy. But by having pet euthanasia at home you are at least making it less stressful for your animal companion - as well as yourself. By being in their own home, you make sure that your pet does not need to be forced into a container for travel - or even to leave their favoured spot on the couch or their bed. They will know that you are there at all times and they will have the additional support which comes from being familiar with all of the sights and smells around them, as well as there being no distress caused by other sick animals. When you call us in to take care of putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep you are choosing an entirely pain-free process. Your pet will be able to lie down comfortably, only knowing the smallest pinch of an injection before they fall asleep. The main injection is only delivered after they are unconscious. Though you may have already made the decision, we always find it a useful step to include a pet quality of life consultation as a part of your Vet's visit. This means that you can go ahead knowing that there is simply nothing more that can be done for your pet. This is the only... --- - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2024-10-24 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/rochester/ COMING SOON - Cat and Dog Euthanasia in Rochester Giving You a Peaceful Goodbye Cloud 9 Vets are animal lovers who want to make sure your pets stay happy and healthy even during times of terminal illness or old age. Get an at-home quality of life consultation from us to see if their pain can be managed. Then when the end arrives, know that we provide cat and dog euthanasia in Rochester МЕ that allows you to say goodbye at home, in the place that you have shared your lives together. Cats, dogs, rabbits, and many other varieties of pets can all be treated by the Caring Vet who we will send to help you. They can start with a careful examination in your house, so you will not need to put your ailing pet through the trauma of a trip to the vet’s clinic. Pet Euthanasia in Rochester Delivered At Home When the time has come and no more can be done to alleviate your pet's pain, cat euthanasia or putting a dog to sleep at home is the gentler, more caring way to proceed. Surrounded by a familiar environment and their loving family, they will be able to pass on calmly. Let us talk you through any part of the process you need to know more about. Pet Cremation Services in Rochester After your pet has passed on you usually need time to deal with things, so we are able to provide a caring removal for them. Putting... --- > Cloud 9 Vets is a team of helpful and caring animal lovers. Relieve your pet's pain and say goodbye on your terms with pet euthanasia at home in Nottingham. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2024-08-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/nottingham/ COMING SOON - Say Goodbye On Their Terms - Pet Euthanasia at Home in Nottingham Choosing when to say goodbye is always a heartbreaking personal decision. Even if you know that your animal companion's life is lived in daily pain and suffering. But, as a responsible and loving pet owner, you already know that thinking about what is right for them always comes first. It is for this reason that we provide pet euthanasia at home. One of our caring home visit vets can visit your home and carefully examine your pet to make sure that everything that can be done, is being done. The kind of painless and non-stressful examination your pet undergoes has been a huge boon to other animal lovers in the same position as you - including members of our own team who have come face-to-face with the prospect of putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep. Knowing that pet euthanasia in home is the only way to proceed can be at least some weight off of your mind. We prioritise the "in home" portion of this because, like you, we know that the environment in which they have known all of the happiness and love in their life makes for a much better place to say goodbye to your animal family member than the steel tables of your local veterinary clinic. You may also need to know and try to bear in mind that the process we use is entirely stress and... --- > Sometimes this is the last great gift of love that you can give your ailing pet. Talk about getting pet euthanasia in Kirkcaldy from our animal-loving team. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2024-08-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/kirkcaldy/ COMING SOON - Cloud 9 Vets - Loving In-Home Pet Euthanasia in Kirkcaldy Saying goodbye to an animal member of your family - even if it is the last great gift you can give them to alleviate their suffering - can be a heartrending thing to have to do. In our long experience, and as animal lovers ourselves, we know that one thing which can help is to make sure that your beloved pet experiences no additional discomfort or distress at a time when they are already struggling. To this end, we have found that delivering caring pet euthanasia in your own home is the way to make things easier for everyone involved. First - and most importantly - for your pet, there is no need to have the added stress of managing a journey down to your local veterinary clinic. There are no cold metal tables. And they will be in the happy environment - the one in which they have lived the best years of their life. Then, for you, you will have the peace of mind which comes from knowing that your pet is getting the best care possible. That you are there throughout to hold them by the paw if you wish to. And that everything that can be done for them will be. Your In-Home Vet can talk you through the process of putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep either by phone or in person. But it is important to know... --- > Let your pet say farewell in the sights, sounds and smells of their home, surrounded by the people they love. Talk with us about pet euthanasia at home - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2024-10-24 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/doncaster/ COMING SOON - Helping You Control When to Say Goodbye - Pet Euthanasia at Home in Doncaster Being surrounded by the things and the people which give them comfort can make a peaceful end possible for your pet. It is for this reason that we prefer to carry out pet euthanasia at home. Here, not only will you not have to put your animal companion or yourself through a trip to your local clinic, you can also ensure that they remain comfortable throughout. Choosing whether a life lived while constantly suffering is preferable to a peaceful end can be an impossible decision to have to make for an animal member of your family. We can assist you through our pet quality of life consultations - these are always provided before dog euthanasia or cat euthanasia goes ahead. After your consultation, you will know more about how your animal companion feels on a minute to minute basis. This can be the understanding you need to help you decide. Putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep at home means you can build them a spot to lie in, often on your living room floor. Using blankets which you do not mind being ruined is the best choice. At no point will your pet experience any discomfort. Many times when we provide pet euthanasia in home, we are confident that ailing pets do not even notice their Vet is there. Your dear friend will feel a tiny pinprick of anaesthetic... --- > An ailing pet's life can be one of suffering. Talk to the experts at Cloud 9 Vets about your cat or dog's health. We provide Gentle pet euthanasia at home. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/derbyshire/ Save Your Companion a Stressful Journey. Pet Euthanasia at Home in Derbyshire A life lived in constant pain is not much of a life at all. If you are even considering making the impossible, deeply personal decision to give your treasured animal companion a peaceful end, then you know this all too well. Often, the best way to proceed is to get more information. Talk to us about how pet euthanasia at home works - ours will always include a full pet quality of life consultation so that you know that there is no alternative. The entire process of dog euthanasia or cat euthanasia through us happens in your own home. This is the way which provides the most comfort for all concerned. Most of all, for your pet. They will not have to go through any movement, which can only end up causing them further pain. They can stay in the place in which they are happiest - and be surrounded by the people whom they love and whom they know love them in return. For you, it will also be better. There will be no need to share the achingly private experience of putting a dog to sleep or saying goodbye to a feline friend with anyone who you do not wish to be there. The way in which pet euthanasia at home happens with us is through a process of two injections. The first is a tiny almost unnoticeable one which places them into a deep state... --- - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/belfast/ COMING SOON - Helping You Control When to Say Goodbye - Pet Euthanasia at Home in Belfast If an animal member of your family is suffering, the solution can mean heartbreak for you. But it can also mean a release from pain for them. And as animal lovers and pet owners ourselves, we know that your animal companion's happiness is always going to be more important to you. Getting your pet euthanasia at home is the way to make sure that your pet does not suffer unnecessary additional pain and stress in their final days. They can simply rest in the place where they are familiar with all of the sounds, sights and smells, with no need to travel all the way to your Vet's - often confined in a cage or in a moving vehicle. Putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep is an entirely pain-free process - especially when it happens in your own home. You will receive one of our caring Mobile Vets at your door and they will give your pet a quiet examination before proceeding. The procedure itself puts them into a state of unconsciousness first, allowing them to simply drift away, knowing nothing of the second injection which happens after they are already asleep. With heartbreak a certain outcome, we understand that you will need to know more about everything involved - the process itself as well as cat euthanasia costs and the cost of putting a dog to sleep, both... --- > A life lived in constant pain can be brought to a peaceful end. Talk to us if your pet is suffering - we offer caring pet euthanasia at home in York. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/york/ Pet Euthanasia at Home in York Can Be the Most Loving End Being able to choose the time you let an animal member of your family pass on can be a blessing in disguise. Because of your deep connection with them, you will know exactly how much they are suffering every day. The possibility of caring and gentle pet euthanasia at home can present a way to ease their pain. One of our Mobile Vets - themselves pet owners and animal lovers of long experience - can help advise you and perform a full pet quality of life consultation. We understand that putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep can be a next-to-impossible decision, with their pain on one side and your own forthcoming heartbreak on the other. Because we have been in the same position ourselves, we understand this feeling all too well. Often, the best thing to do is get more information first. Please simply call and speak to us about your pet's health in general or getting pet euthanasia in home in particular at any time. The person you speak to will be one of our caring support advisors. They will be able to talk you through the process, which is entirely painless for your pet, or answer any questions that you might have about cat euthanasia costs or the cost of putting a dog to sleep. Choosing pet euthanasia at home is in all ways better for your animal companion. They will not... --- > At Cloud 9 Vets we specialise in putting your dog to sleep in the comfort of your own home in Taunton. Call today and speak to one of our care co-ordinators. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/taunton/ The Last Gift You Can Give - Pet Euthanasia in Taunton Do you need to say a loving final goodbye to an animal member of your family? It can be an impossible, heartbreaking decision to have to make. And not one you should have to face alone... Why not talk to someone who has been in a similar situation before regarding pet euthanasia themselves, or who knows someone who has? The Cloud 9 Vets team is exclusively comprised of animals lovers and pet owners, many of whom have been through the process of bereavement personally. If you have any questions, we will always be glad to answer them. Because as we know all too well, often one of the worst parts of putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep is not knowing whether you are making the right decision. To help you with this, we will always carry out a full pet quality of life consultation in your own home before you need to choose whether to proceed with pet euthanasia or not. The actual process of pet euthanasia in home is completely free from any further pain or discomfort for your pet. They will simply notice the tiny pinprick of the initial injection. This sends them to sleep, after which a larger injection of anaesthetic happens. This means that they will simply be resting with their favourite things, sure in the knowledge that they are supported by you and any other members of your family who... --- > Cloud 9 Vets helps you say a final goodbye to your old or ill and suffering pet in Swindon. Speak with our care coordinators about you pet's health. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/swindon/ Comfortable In-Home Pet Euthanasia in Swindon When your pet's quality of life has deteriorated to the point where they are in constant pain, there is still one last act of love and compassion that you can perform for them. The gentle and caring act of pet euthanasia can save them from a life lived in constant distress. The entire process is free from worry or stress for your pet - and, most importantly, free from pain too. Putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep is much easier for everyone concerned when it happens in a place where they feel safe, warm and loved. For this reason, we provide in-home pet euthanasia services where you can be present throughout. The only discomfort your pet will notice is the slight pinch of the first injection which puts them into a state of unconsciousness. After this, they will receive another larger dose of anaesthetic, after which they will peacefully drift off to sleep. You can hold their paw if you wish to, and they will be surrounded by their favourite things, in the place they feel most relaxed and comfortable. You can learn anything more you wish to know about the process, or about practical aspects such as the cost of putting a dog to sleep or cat euthanasia costs, by picking up the phone. Our team is pet owners themselves, so they will know exactly how you feel at a time like this. Whether it is information about cat... --- > Let your pet say farewell in the sights, sounds and smells of their home, surrounded by the people they love. Talk with us about pet euthanasia at home in Stoke-On-Trent and East Cheshire - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/stoke-on-trent-and-east-cheshire/ Helping You Control When to Say Goodbye - Pet Euthanasia at Home in Stoke-On-Trent and East Cheshire Being surrounded by the things and the people which give them comfort can make a peaceful end possible for your pet. It is for this reason that we prefer to carry out pet euthanasia at home. Here, not only will you not have to put your animal companion or yourself through a trip to your local clinic, you can also ensure that they remain comfortable throughout. Choosing whether a life lived while constantly suffering is preferable to a peaceful end can be an impossible decision to have to make for an animal member of your family. We can assist you through our pet quality of life consultations - these are always provided before dog euthanasia or cat euthanasia goes ahead. After your consultation, you will know more about how your animal companion feels on a minute to minute basis. This can be the understanding you need to help you decide. Putting a dog or cat to sleep at home means you can build them a spot to lie in, often on your living room floor. Using blankets which you do not mind being ruined is the best choice. At no point will your pet experience any discomfort. Many times when we provide pet euthanasia in home, we are confident that ailing pets do not even notice their Vet is there. Your dear friend will feel a tiny pinprick of anaesthetic which sends them... --- > Cloud 9 Vets understands the bond between you and your animal companions. Get gentle pet euthanasia at home in Stockport from Cloud 9 Vets. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/stockport/ Your Final Gift and Goodbye - Gentle Pet Euthanasia At Home in Stockport Sometimes, choosing when to say goodbye - knowing that you will be relieving your animal companion from constant pain - is the last great gift you can give them. We make sure that you and your pet get the support you both need every step of the way. Getting pet euthanasia at home is the first part of this: Your pet will be the most comfortable and relaxed in their own bed or in a comfortable spot on the floor or sofa. Much more than they would be after a stressful trip to their local veterinary centre to face cold steel tables and the noises of other animals in distress. We find that in many cases a suffering pet will not even notice that our caring home visit vet is present until they start their gentle examination. This pet quality of life consultation is one of the earliest steps involved in putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep and will help you to be absolutely sure that there is nothing else which can be done to alleviate their pain. The actual process of pet euthanasia in home is completely free from any further pain or discomfort for your pet. They will simply notice the tiny pinprick of the initial injection. This sends them to sleep, after which a larger injection of anaesthetic happens. This means that they will simply be resting with their favourite... --- > A peaceful and gentle end can be a way to free your beloved animal companion from a life of pain. Talk to us about pet euthanasia in Stevenage from Cloud 9 Vets. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/stevenage/ Pet Euthanasia in Stevenage Helping Your Pet Have Final Days of Peace Is a much-loved animal family member living their everyday life in constant pain? To save them from such a life of agony, sometimes impossible decisions need to be made. As pet owners and animal lovers ourselves, we know the heartbreak that these times can cause. So we have made every step of the pet euthanasia service we provide a gentle and sensible movement on from the one before. First, all you need to do is call us. You will be talking with an expert with many years of experience. They will be able to discuss your pet's health with you and, if necessary, book an appointment for one of our caring Mobile Vets to come and visit your pet. They will be able to perform a full pet quality of life consultation. This is the way in which you can find out exactly how your pet is feeling - and what can be done for them. If there is absolutely nothing which can be done, it may be time to talk about putting a cat to sleep or putting a dog down. We always prefer to do this in your home, so your pet is not put through any additional stress or pain. You can create a comfortable spot for them, surrounded by their favourite things, and be present to help them through it. Your beloved animal companion will never feel any pain. They will lie down, be... --- > Talk to us about getting gentle at home pet euthanasia in St. Albans. Let your treasured pet comfortably go to their final sleep. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/st-albans/ Caring At Home Cat and Dog Euthanasia in St. Albans In the final days of their life, whether that is coming about due to illness or old age, knowing that your pet is as happy and comfortable as they can possibly be is priceless. Cloud 9 Vets provides you with in-home quality of life consultation, palliative and geriatric medicine to make sure you get that peace of mind. We also provide gentle cat and dog euthanasia across St. Albans AL for when they cannot suffer any longer. We have a local team of fully qualified and highly experienced Caring Vets who will come and visit you in your home. With no need to put your ill or elderly pet through the stress of transporting them and the ability to assess environmental factors as well as physical and mental ones, you and your pet get a much more effective service. You can call on us to treat all of your pet family members, including dogs, cats, rabbits, and many others. At Home Euthanasia in St. Albans Putting to sleep a dog or the peaceful process of cat euthanasia is always more restful when it is happening in an environment in which you and they feel comfortable. This means they can be in their favoured place - on your couch or in their own bed - and be surrounded by loving family members to offer their support. Pet Cremation in St. Albans After you have been through the experience of putting a... --- > Cloud 9 Vets gives you the support you need at this difficult time. Choose pet euthanasia at home in Southend-on-Sea SS for a gentle goodbye. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/southend-on-sea/ Pet euthanasia at home in Southend-on-Sea - the gentlest way to say farewell In every way that matters, you have already done the hard part. For we animal lovers, discovering that the most loving thing you can do for an ailing animal member of your family is to let them say goodbye with dignity can be an almost impossible, heartrending realisation. Choosing to have pet euthanasia at home is the way to make what comes after that decision just that tiny bit easier. For both you and your animal companion who is suffering. Remember that the process includes no pain at all. All they will know is a tiny pinprick which sends them into a state of unconsciousness. Only after they are asleep will the main injection be administered. In this way, dog euthanasia and cat euthanasia is made entirely painless. When it comes to having a stranger in the house, given the extremity of their condition, our friendly and supportive Mobile Vets tell us that most animals do not even notice they are there. Having pet euthanasia in home also means that you do away with the stress and discomfort that travel can bring. Your animal companion can rest easy and you can make them comfortable in their favourite blanket on the living room floor, or their favoured spot on the sofa if it is very well protected. Though it is by no means their fault, the last act of your feline friend or canine companion may be to... --- > Cloud 9 Vets is a team of animal lovers and pet owners who know the pain of losing animal family members. Talk to us about putting your dog or cat to sleep in the familiar and secure environment of home in Southampton. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/southampton/ Give Them the Gift of a Peaceful Farewell with Pet Euthanasia At Home in Southampton Pet euthanasia at home takes all of the distress out of the situation for your suffering animal companion. You have already made the impossible decision to help your animal family member say goodbye on his or her own terms. By having the actual process of putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep take place in your own home, you make sure that they do not need to suffer even more - through a stressful trip across town to the cold steel tables of your local Vet's surgery. Surrounded by the comforting sights, smells and sounds of their own home, your pet will be able to relax as much as possible given their condition. In most cases, they may not even notice your Vet being present. They can rest in their bed or a suitable, comfortable space which you have prepared. And they can be surrounded and supported by you and any other members of your family who may wish to be present, as well as their favoured toys or blankets. A full pet quality of life consultation before we go ahead ensures that there is nothing more which can be done for them. The process we follow during pet euthanasia in home ensures that your animal companion feels no pain. The only discomfort is the tiny pinprick of the initial injection which sends them to sleep. After this, they simply drift off... --- > Discuss your pet's health with our care coordinators. We can send a caring Home visit Vet to perform a gentle pet euthanasia if there are no other options. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/southall-uxbridge/ Pet Euthanasia At Home in Southall / Uxbridge - The Last Gift You Can Give Them A peaceful and restful end can be the final gift you can give to ill and ailing animal members of your family. Picture the scene: they are lying comfortably in their bed or their favourite sofa spot. You and the rest of your family can be there to offer comfort. They have their blanket, their toys - everything which makes them feel safe and relaxed - close at hand. Pet euthanasia at home is in all respects better than the cold steel tables of your local veterinary practice. But we understand that there will always be questions: Is the process painful? No, it is not. Whenever we are in charge of putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep we use an entirely painless method. They are placed into a state of unconsciousness first. Only after they are sleeping will the final injection take place. They will know nothing more than they would when going to bed on a normal day. Your caring home visit vet will conduct a full pet quality of life consultation as part of your appointment. This means you can be 100% sure that there is nothing more which can be done to relieve the pain your animal companion is suffering throughout every hour of their daily life. We believe that this knowledge is vital when moving forward. As animal lovers ourselves, many of us have been in... --- > Allowing your treasured animal companion to stay in the home environment let's them pass easily. Learn about in-home pet euthanasia in Slough SL. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/slough/ Gentle At-Home Cat and Dog Euthanasia in Slough If you are not sure whether your pet is showing signs of experiencing pain it is always best to check. In cases of advanced age or terminal illness, we are often called upon to provide an in-house quality of life consultation, as well as geriatric and palliative medicine. For cases where no pain management is enough, we can also provide cat and dog euthanasia in Slough in the place where they feel happiest - their own home. You can have a highly trained and qualified Vet at your side very quickly. They will be able to provide a full examination of your pet's condition without you needing to put your animal companion through the stress of the journey to your local clinic. We can help you with all kinds of pets, including cats, dogs, rabbits, and a variety of others. In House Pet Euthanasia in Slough SL Being able to make sure that your treasured companion can peacefully go to sleep surrounded by their family in a place they feel warm and loved makes the entire process of putting a dog to sleep or cat euthanasia much less stressful. . Pet Cremation Services in Slough By counting on us to respectfully take away your deceased pet you will be able to take care of yourself while we see to the practical things that need to be done. Putting a dog down at home or saying goodbye to your favoured feline companion is... --- > Cloud 9 Vets gives you the chance to say a loving goodbye to your beloved animal companion. Talk to us about pet euthanasia in Reading whenever you need to. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/reading/ Pet Euthanasia in Reading Helping You Say a Fond Farewell When there's nothing else that can be done to ease the suffering your pet endures each day, a restful end can sometimes be the only way you can still help them. Caring pet euthanasia is a way of controlling the way in which your pet gets to move on from this life. While they're being loved and cared for, and through a process which is very gentle indeed. First of all, it's important to remember that this happens in your own home and is entirely pain-free for your pet. The process of putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep will always begin by giving them a small injection which makes them unconscious, usually followed by a stronger injection which lets them peacefully drift away. With there being no need to transport your pet down to your local clinic, they can remain as relaxed as possible. You'll simply welcome one of our animal-loving Vets into your home and they'll make sure that your pet has everything they need to feel safe and loved. You can be present at all times to say goodbye if you wish to be. Your Caring home visit vet is highly experienced in pet palliative and end of life care. They'll always be able to advise you on how best to proceed. If you need to know more about the exact nature of the process, or any of the practicalities such as the cost... --- > When an animal member of your family is suffering, talk to Cloud 9 Vets. Our team are pet lovers and animal owners themselves and know how you are feeling. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/preston/ Pet euthanasia at home in Preston - saying goodbye in calm and comfort At the end of a beloved animal member of your family's life, you will want to do everything you can to spare them pain. Pet euthanasia at home is the gentlest and most painless method to help your pet move on from their daily suffering when nothing else can be done for them. By making sure that they can rest as easily as possible given their condition, you ensure that they do not have any additional stresses placed on them. Dog euthanasia or cat euthanasia in your own home also means you can prepare a comfortable space for them on the floor, in their bed, on a sofa or in your back garden where they can pass on surrounded by all of the comfortable sights, sounds and smells of home. Never allow pet euthanasia in home or anywhere else to take place without your pet being properly sedated first. A Cloud9Vet will always administer a small dose of anaesthetic to your animal companion so that they are asleep before the main injection takes place. This means that even cats, who are often uncooperative patients, do not need to become unduly discomfited. You can even try and distract your ailing companion with a little sweet food treat if you think that might help them. In all regards, the Vet who arrives to assist you with putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep in your own... --- > Choosing at home euthanasia is often the compassionate choice for your pet. Call us today and our caring team will help you through the process. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/peterborough/ Pet Euthanasia At Home in Peterborough Helping You Say a Peaceful Goodbye It can be a heartwrenching choice to have to make. Do you try and save yourself the emotional trauma of losing a beloved animal member of your family. Or do you help free your pet from a life lived in constant pain and suffering? Choosing the latter can bring you a great deal of pain - but it is the step which most animal lovers, cognisant of their pet's agony, may contemplate. Pet euthanasia at home, delivered as it is in the comfortable and caring environment in which your pet has lived their entire life, saves your pet from a life of agony - without needing to make their final days needlessly stressful. They will simply be able to rest as comfortably as possible. One of our Mobile Vets will come and unobtrusively examine their health, making sure that nothing else can be done to alleviate their condition. We find that, given the extremity of their situation, most pets we treat do not realise that our Vet is even there. Once your pet is resting comfortably, they simply feel a tiny pinpoint injection. Putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep in this fashion does not cause them pain. The first injection sends them directly to sleep. After this, the main part of the treatment goes ahead. It is usual to have many questions about the process of pet euthanasia in home. Whether you need to... --- > Cloud 9 Vets are your local provider of gentle dog and cat euthanasia at home in Oxford. Talk to us today about your pet's health. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/oxford/ Pet Euthanasia at home in Oxford - Supporting You in Your Own Home Meet The Team To be sure your pet's last days are as special as possible, you will need the advice and support of a skilled professional with the ability to provide necessary veterinary treatment as well as offering the sympathetic attention you need at this sad time. All our Vets are, of course, members of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and work in conjunction with your local veterinary surgery to give you extra peace of mind. Meet our team of friendly, supportive, and empathetic veterinary professionals who are here to support you and your pets at this difficult time. Vet Q&A with Charlotte Why did you become a vet? I had no pets for the first 12 years of my life due to a sibling's allergies which triggered a rebellious love of all things fluffy! I spent all my spare time working in rescue centres, petting farms and the local veterinary practice so becoming a vet was the ultimate dream. It was a hard journey to get here and it can be a stressful profession but the joy of supporting owners and their pets makes it all worthwhile. Tell us about your own pets. I currently have two rescue cats - Jess and Schmidt that were dumped at work on my first ever day of practice in 2012. They were two runty, yet adorable 5 week old kittens and have been my best buddies ever since!... --- > Get animal members of your family the care and support they need at the end of their life. Speak with our care coordinators about pet euthanasia in Oldham. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/oldham/ Pet Euthanasia in Oldham From Caring Local Animal Lovers Saying one last goodbye to your beloved animal companion - knowing that in reality, this can be the last great favour you do for them - is always better than letting them live in constant pain. Pet euthanasia can only be considered under the direst of circumstances of course. But after your animal family member has had their health examined by one of our knowledgeable Mobile Vets, you will know whether or not anything can be done for them. If there is no alternative to a life lived in suffering, putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep is, in fact, a blessing. The procedure itself is entirely painless for them - especially as we come to your home in person so your pet has no need to exert themselves or get anxious. They can simply lie down in the place they feel most comfortable. You can be there to offer support with your presence. And they can be surrounded by all the sights and smells which make them feel most content. The process involves a simple injection which puts them into a state of unconsciousness. Only after this is the main anaesthetic applied - it is this which lets them drift away, so all they will feel is the smallest pinprick of the first injection. As pet owners and animal lovers ourselves, we understand that this can be an impossible, heartrending decision to have to make. If you... --- > When your pet is suffering, talk to Cloud 9 Vets. A life lived in constant pain is no life at all. Get compassionate pet euthanasia at home in Norwich and Norfolk. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/norwich/ Compassionate and Caring Home Pet Euthanasia in the Norwich and Norfolk area Your animal companion is suffering. But even knowing what could happen next, it can be almost impossible to face it. At Cloud 9 Vets we have been in your position ourselves. Our love for animals is one of the reasons we provide pet euthanasia at home. Because we understand that being in the environment in which they are happiest, in which they have known all of the love in their lives, is where your pet will feel most comfortable in their final hours. As a loving pet owner, knowing whether putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep is the right thing to do can be something that you simply do not wish to face. But knowing that they are indeed suffering, sometimes finding out a little more about what day-to-day life is like for an animal member of your family who is in pain can help assist you with this achingly personal, incredibly difficult choice. Request it of us, and we will start by providing a full pet quality of life consultation - in your own home, without you needing to go anywhere or force your animal companion through the additional stress of a journey. Please do talk to us about the painless pet euthanasia in home which we provide. Whether it has to do with the specific anesthetics we use or cat euthanasia costs and the cost of putting a dog to sleep, we... --- > Make sure your pet is not suffering. Get in touch with our care coordinators to discuss your pet's health and gentle pet euthanasia in Northampton. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/northampton/ Soft and Caring Home Pet Euthanasia in Northampton Pet euthanasia can be the only alternative for your pet to a life lived in constant agony. From one point of view, it is an impossible decision to have to make - sure to break your heart whatever you decide. But from another viewpoint, it is the last great act you can do for your beloved animal companion. The last gift you can give them - to take away their pain. Cloud 9 Vets is entirely comprised of animal lovers and pet owners. Many of us have come face to face with this situation ourselves, so we fully understand the conflicting emotions you will be feeling at this time. For this reason, we have found it is always best to get all of the information you can before proceeding. Here is when we provide our option for a pet quality of life consultation. This will let you know if there is any alternative to putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep - anything which could improve their day-to-day living to an extent where they are not continually suffering. This consultation happens in the safety of your own home. You do not need to transport your pet anywhere. This allows them to feel secure and comfortable. This is also the reason why we perform pet euthanasia in your own home too - so your pet experiences no unnecessary stress. And no pain whatsoever. Ask us any questions you might have... --- > If your animal companion is suffering, talk to Cloud 9 Vets. From initial consultation to pet euthanasia at home in Newcastle, we can help. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/newcastle/ At Home Pet Euthanasia in Newcastle Choosing to say goodbye to an animal member of your family can be impossible. Even if you know that their every waking minute is filled with pain. It is to make this heartrending personal decision at least that little bit easier that we offer a complete pet quality of life consultation before we provide pet euthanasia at home. The "at home" part of the support we provide for you is, we feel, key. Picture: your animal companion gets to rest in their bed or their favourite spot on the sofa, surrounded by their favourite toys or blankets and, of course, by you and the rest of their family if you wish to be present. They can relax and be at ease. In many cases, we find that pets we treat do not even notice that one of our Mobile Vets is present. The examination is the best way to reassure yourself that nothing else can be done for your ailing pet. Putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep is never a simple choice. Even when it comes to their current physical pain against your future heartbreak, you will never want to have to say goodbye. It is important to remember that in many ways this is the last gift you can give to your loyal companion - an end to their daily suffering. As pet owners and animal lovers ourselves, we understand that you will no doubt have questions about the... --- > Giving your animal companion a painless passing can be your final gift to them. Talk to the animal lovers at Cloud 9 Vets about pet euthanasia in Milton Keynes. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/milton-keynes/ Pet Euthanasia At Home in Milton Keynes At Cloud 9 Vets, we're animal lovers and pet owners who have experienced the loss of animal family members ourselves. So when it comes to talking about pet euthanasia, you could not be in more understanding hands. We have found that it is important to bear in mind that this is truly the last great gift you can give your ailing pet. When putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep it is mistakenly easy to feel like you are giving up on them when nothing could be further from the truth... If their everyday life is simply full of pain and distress, then giving them a painless and stress-free way out is truly a gift - something which, if they could speak, they would thank you for. The actual process of pet euthanasia which we use means they will not feel a thing. There is a tiny pinch of the first needle, and then they will be sleeping. Only once they have soundly drifted off do they receive the second larger dose of anaesthetic which lets them simply dream away. By allowing it to happen in your own home, you will be ensuring that they feel safe and loved in every moment. You can ask one of our helpful and understanding advisors anything you need to know about how the procedure itself will happen or about cat or dog euthanasia costs at any time. We know that much as you... --- > A life lived in constant pain can be brought to a peaceful end. Talk to us if your pet is suffering - we offer caring pet euthanasia at home in Manchester. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/manchester/ Dog and Cat Euthanasia In Manchester Being able to choose the time you let an animal member of your family pass on can be a blessing in disguise. Because of your deep connection with them, you will know exactly how much they are suffering every day. The possibility of caring and gentle pet euthanasia at home can present a way to ease their pain. One of our Mobile Vets - themselves pet owners and animal lovers of long experience - can help advise you and perform a full pet quality of life consultation. We understand that putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep can be a next-to-impossible decision, with their pain on one side and your own forthcoming heartbreak on the other. Because we have been in the same position ourselves, we understand this feeling all too well and that's why our care coordinators at Cloud 9 Vets Manchester are perfectly placed to help you. They will be able to talk you through the process, which is entirely painless for your pet, or answer any questions that you might have about cat euthanasia costs or the cost of putting a dog to sleep. Our Manchester branch covers a wide area of Manchester and the surrounding areas, including Worsley, Sale, Irlam, Atherton and Salford, and are open from 7am - 8pm every day. Choosing pet euthanasia at home is in all ways better for your animal companion. They will not need to be put through a potentially harrowing... --- > Help your pet gently slip away when they are living in constant pain and medication can do nothing. Discuss pet euthanasia in Luton LU with an expert. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/luton/ Give Your Companion the Gift of a Gentle Send-Off - Pet Euthanasia in Luton Does your pet live every day of their life in constant pain and distress? If so, a peaceful and loving end can be the last gift you give to them. The Cloud 9 Vets team is made up of pet owners, many of whom have faced the loss of animal members of our families before. This means we understand that many people find it impossible to face a time when gentle pet euthanasia is the only alternative to a life lived in continual suffering for your animal companion... So why not find out for sure? We can send one of our highly experienced and knowledgeable Mobile Vets to perform a full pet quality of life consultation in your own home. This lets your pet relax, means you will avoid a stressful and potentially harmful trip to your local veterinary clinic and it also means that your pet's living conditions can be properly examined so that your Vet can clearly tell you whether anything can be done to improve their quality of life. When putting a cat to sleep or putting a dog down is the only way to alleviate their suffering, you can rest assured that your animal companion will only be aware that they are lying down and going to sleep. Many do not even realise there is a Vet in the house. You simply help them get comfortable and they feel the smallest pinprick... --- > At Cloud 9 Vets we specialise in putting your dog to sleep in the comfort of your home. Call today and speak to one of our end of life care co-ordinators. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/london/ Dog & Cat Euthanasia At Home In London. Letting You Say Goodbye Peacefully What to expect during Gentle At-Home Euthanasia 1. Unrushed Discussion The gentle euthanasia process will be clearly explained and your questions will be answered. When your Vet arrives, attending to your pet’s welfare takes immediate priority. 2. Pre-Sedation - Drifting into Calm Sleep Our Caring Home Visit Vet will come to your home at a time convenient to you. When you are ready, your Vet will administer a gentle sedative in such a way that your pet will barely notice. This is not a painful or distressing process, your pet simply drifts into a peaceful sleep. 3. Pass Away Gently and Peacefully The next stage of the tried and tested process involves giving your pet an anaesthetic agent that causes their heart to slow and then gently stop. They pass away peacefully. This process is very gentle, humane and generally a calmer and more tranquil one than can be delivered at a clinic. 4. Aftercare It is entirely your decision what happens next. If you know that you want a cremation you can arrange this with our Care Coordinators. However you can also discuss this with your Vet whilst they are at your home and they can help you make all the arrangements. All our Vets are, of course, members of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and work in conjunction with your local veterinary surgery to give you extra peace of mind. Jennifer Harrison on gentle... --- > Get compassionate pet euthanasia at home in Liverpool from the caring Cloud 9 Vets team for your ill or elderly pet. Talk to our care coordinators today. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/liverpool/ Dog & Cat Euthanasia in Liverpool. Helping You Say Goodbye with compassion. When the end of your pet's life is near and they're suffering, sometimes giving them the gift of a gentle end can be the last thing that you can do for them. Pet euthanasia, especially when it's delivered in your home as it is with us, is a caring and compassionate process for your pet. You can be there to say goodbye throughout, and even hold their paw if you wish to so that they know that you're there. Our care coordinators at Cloud 9 Vets Liverpool will guide you through the process and help answer any questions you may have about the process. We cover a wide area in Liverpool and the surrounding area, including Bootle, Crosby, Prescot, Formby, Ormskirk and more, and are open from 7am - 8pm, seven days a week. Helping your through the process Putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep is completely painless for your pet. Firstly, they receive an injection which makes them unconscious, and only once they are actually asleep do they receive the final anaesthetic which sends them on their way. There's no need to put them through the discomfort and distress of any shaving while they're awake. All they'll know is the first tiny pinprick, and that you're there to support them. Your caring home visit vet will come and visit you in your home first. This lets your pet remain in the place where... --- > Call on your caring local Vets when your animal companion is suffering. Cloud 9 Vets provides gentle and loving pet euthanasia at home in Leicester. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/leicester/ Pet euthanasia in your own home in Leicester from your local caring Mobile Vets When your animal companion spends every day of their life suffering, there is only one final, heart-wrenching thing you can do for them. Pet euthanasia at home might seem like an impossible choice - one which you could never see yourself making before now. But if all they feel is pain all day, every day, most pet owners and animal lovers know that allowing them to say goodbye with dignity is the last great gift you can give them. The pet euthanasia in home which Cloud 9 Vets provides is gentle and completely painless for your animal friend. Before putting a cat to sleep or putting a dog down, one of our caring Mobile Vets will fully examine them and then give them a tiny injection which puts them into a state of unconsciousness. When the final injection comes, they will not even realise it. As far as your pet is concerned, our highly experienced Vets report that most of our animal patients do not even notice that someone else is present. You will have plenty of time to hug them and say goodbye beforehand. Many people like to invite friends or other family members to be present, even going so far as to Skype or FaceTime them in. Others prefer to make it a private occasion - or cannot face being present at all. Whatever you feel like when the moment comes, rest assured that... --- > If your animal companion is suffering, talk to Cloud 9 Vets. From initial consultation to pet euthanasia at home in Leeds, we can help. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/leeds/ Pet Euthanasia At Home in Leeds Choosing to say goodbye to an animal member of your family can be impossible. Even if you know that their every waking minute is filled with pain. It is to make this heartrending personal decision at least that little bit easier that we offer a complete pet quality of life consultation before we provide pet euthanasia at home. The "at home" part of the support we provide for you is, we feel, key. Picture: your animal companion gets to rest in their bed or their favourite spot on the sofa, surrounded by their favourite toys or blankets and, of course, by you and the rest of their family if you wish to be present. They can relax and be at ease. In many cases, we find that pets we treat do not even notice that one of our Mobile Vets is present. The examination is the best way to reassure yourself that nothing else can be done for your ailing pet. Putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep is never a simple choice. Even when it comes to their current physical pain against your future heartbreak, you will never want to have to say goodbye. It is important to remember that in many ways this is the last gift you can give to your loyal companion - an end to their daily suffering. As pet owners and animal lovers ourselves, we understand that you will no doubt have questions about the... --- > At Cloud 9 Vets we specialise in putting down your dog in the comfort of your Ipswich home. Call today and speak to one of our end of life care co-ordinators. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/ipswich/ Saying Goodbye On Their Terms - Pet Euthanasia at home in Ipswich and Suffolk If your animal companion lives their day-to-day life in minute-to-minute pain, then sometimes giving them a gentle and easy final journey is the last thing that you can do to help them. By making the almost impossible decision to go ahead with pet euthanasia you are helping them to escape a life which is nothing but suffering. Even if in your heart, nothing feels further from the truth. By choosing to go ahead with putting your dog or cat to sleep in your own home you are also helping them make that final journey without any additional pain or stress. There's no need for them to go outside, potentially transported in some cage to your local veterinary clinic. In fact, we have found that many of the animal companions we care for at the end of their lives are not even aware that one of our caring and helpful Mobile Vets has entered their home. They will only experience a tiny pinprick of an injection. After this, they are asleep. You can be present the entire time to keep them happy and content. And they will know that they are surrounded with love and affection as well as all of their favourite sights and sounds and smells. Pet euthanasia can feel like a huge weight of a decision to have to carry. As animal lovers and pet owners ourselves, many of whom have come face to... --- > Cloud 9 Vets is a team formed out of pet owners and animals lovers who will understand how you feel. Talk to us about pet euthanasia at home in Huddersfield. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/huddersfield/ Pet Euthanasia At Home in Huddersfield - The Loving Way to Say Farewell You have already made the next-to-impossible choice to say goodbye to an animal family member whose life is one of constant suffering. Now, by having pet euthanasia at home, you are making the consequences of that choice easier for everyone involved. For you, it means you can consult with a caring Vet without a trip to your local clinic. But most importantly for your pet, it means they will not have a stressful journey as one of their final memories. Instead, they can relax - as much as their condition allows - in their own bed or in their favourite spot on the sofa. Nothing will cause them any additional pain - the Vet who you invite in for pet euthanasia in home may not even be noticed by animals who are truly suffering. The medications which we use in putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep come in two parts. The initial injection causes no pain. They are placed into a state of unconsciousness, after which the final injection sends them on their way. There will be no need to shave or undertake any other activities while they are conscious. Your animal companion can simply rest there, safe in the knowledge that you and the rest of their family are present (if you wish to be) and that they have their favourite toys and blankets around them. Ask any questions you might have... --- > At Cloud 9 Vets we specialise in putting your dog or cat to sleep in the comfort of your home. Call today and speak to one of our end of life care co-ordinators. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/high-wycombe/ Dog & Cat Euthanasia At Home In High Wycombe. Letting You Say Goodbye Peacefully What to expect during Gentle At-Home Euthanasia 1. Unrushed Discussion The gentle euthanasia process will be clearly explained and your questions will be answered. When your Vet arrives, attending to your pet’s welfare takes immediate priority. 2. Pre-Sedation - Drifting into Calm Sleep Our Caring Home Visit Vet will come to your home at a time convenient to you. When you are ready, your Vet will administer a gentle sedative in such a way that your pet will barely notice. This is not a painful or distressing process, your pet simply drifts into a peaceful sleep. 3. Pass Away Gently and Peacefully The next stage of the tried and tested process involves giving your pet an anaesthetic agent that causes their heart to slow and then gently stop. They pass away peacefully. This process is very gentle, humane and generally a calmer and more tranquil one than can be delivered at a clinic. 4. Aftercare It is entirely your decision what happens next. If you know that you want a cremation you can arrange this with our Care Coordinators. However you can also discuss this with your Vet whilst they are at your home and they can help you make all the arrangements. All our Vets are, of course, members of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and work in conjunction with your local veterinary surgery to give you extra peace of mind. Jennifer Harrison on... --- > Talk to our care coordinators about making sure your pet does not suffer in their final days - discuss gentle pet euthanasia in Watford WD. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/watford/ The Peaceful, Restful Way to Get Pet Euthanasia in Watford If you are being forced to consider putting a dog down, we can help you. This impossible set of circumstances is easier to cope with when you have all of the information at hand. Before we carry out any pet euthanasia treatment we always start with a quality of life consultation. This way, you always know and can understand how much your pet is suffering - because with some animals, particularly cats, it can be difficult to tell. Putting a cat to sleep or putting a dog down can be, for them, a gentle release from pain and suffering. And we do everything we can to make sure of that - firstly, by sending one of our supportive Mobile Vets to care for them at home. This removes the need for you to force them to travel while they're already in pain and suffering. It also means they can be comfortable throughout, staying relaxed in the environment in which they've known all the love in their lives. You will most likely have a lot of questions, both regarding the process we use - which is completely painless - and the cost of putting a dog to sleep, as well as many more. Please do not hesitate to get in touch with us whenever it is convenient. We are as used to talking about cat euthanasia costs as we are about the way you are feeling about the situation. So you... --- > Get in touch with our care coordinators to arrange gentle pet euthanasia in your own home in Warrington from Cloud 9 Vets. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/warrington/ Pet Euthanasia in Warrington - An Achingly Personal Decision Sometimes it is the only freedom from a life lived in constant pain and discomfort. Pet euthanasia is the last resort of any animal lover. But if the alternative is day-to-day agony as the travails of age or the diagnosis of a terminal condition finally catches up with an animal member of your family, sometimes it is the only resort - and the last present that you can give your much-loved animal companion. Putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep is a time of great sorrow and grief. But it does not need to be a time of stress and worry that you are doing the right thing. As animal lovers, many of whom have been through this process ourselves, the Cloud 9 Vets team knows that there are a few things which can make it, if not easier, then slightly less painful. The first of these is to remove the need for you to force your ailing pet through the struggle of a journey down to your local Vet's clinic. The second is to always start any service with an in-home pet quality of life consultation so that you know that there really is nothing else that can be done to improve their happiness or fight against the pain they are suffering. Finally, we can give you any information that you might need to make it easier. Whether that is relating to the cost of putting a... --- > For all compassionate pet euthanasia at home in Chester speak to one of our care coordinators at Cloud 9 Vets. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/chester/ Your Last Caring Act - Loving Pet Euthanasia in Chester Sometimes, all another day of life means for your pet is another day of constant pain and discomfort. When there is nothing more that can be done, sometimes a peaceful end where they are surrounded by the things they love is the last great gift you can give them. That is why the pet euthanasia we offer in the local area is performed in your own home... This means there is no need to put your beloved pet through the additional hurt of a trip down to the steel tables of your local Vet's clinic. It also means that their final moments can be restful, in the place they know best, with you and any other family members who want to be present there to support them. Of course, putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep is something that can only be done after all other avenues have been exhausted. For this reason, the highly trained and experienced home visit vet who comes to assist you will carry out a full pet quality of life consultation - so that you know that nothing more can be done to alleviate their suffering. It is important to bear in mind that the process itself is entirely painless for your pet. If you feel you need further details, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We are used to responding to all the questions which will set your... --- > Cloud 9 Vets is a group of animal lovers and pet owners. Talk to our care coordinators for compasionate pet euthanasia in Colchester. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/colchester/ In-Home Pet Euthanasia in Colchester - The Most Peaceful Final Farewell Letting an animal member of your family who is suffering go out on their terms can be a source of great relief to them, and to you. When a quality of life consultation tells you that there is nothing that can be done to ease your pet's agony, pet euthanasia is the almost impossible decision any animal lover needs to face. At Cloud 9 Vets, we are animal lovers ourselves. Almost every member of our team has been in your situation. So we understand something of what you are going through. Putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep is sometimes the last favour you can do for your suffering pet. Nothing can prepare you for the situation, but by having it take place in your own home we have found that the entire process can be made a little easier - both for you and for them. There is no need to make an uncomfortable and stressful journey down to visit your local vets. Instead, one of our experienced and very understanding home visit vet comes and visits you at home. In our experience, many pets do not even realise there is anyone else other than their family present. They can simply lie as comfortably as possible, surrounded by you and everything that makes them happy, and then feel a little pinprick as they are sent off to sleep. The final injection takes place while they... --- > Saying goodbye to an adored animal member of your family is tough enough. Pet euthanasia at home is the way to make sure your pet is in comfort at the end of their life. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2024-10-24 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/coventry/ Say goodbye with compassionate at home pet euthanasia in Coventry When it comes to your adored animal companion's final hours, you will want someone to be there fast to help them. A member of Cloud9Vets' animal-loving team can be with you very quickly indeed. Providing pet euthanasia at home has always been our preferred choice. Instead of cold steel tables and the sounds of other suffering animals, your pet will be as comfortable as you can make them. Perhaps with a food treat to distract them, wrapped in their bed or favourite blanket, or in a favourite spot in your front room or back garden. It is important to remember that all of the dog euthanasia and cat euthanasia we provide is entirely painless. Your pet will always be carefully sedated first so that they are asleep and feel no further discomfort whatsoever. The entire visit should take no more than an hour. You are entirely free to be present and offer your pet emotional support by soothing them and stroking their paw or not. You can also choose to have any other family members or friends present if they wish to be. Many people find they cannot face saying goodbye, while others find they cannot bear to be anywhere else. Rest assured that when they arrive, your caring home visit vets will be ready to provide any care your pet might need. They can also conduct a full pet quality of life consultation should this be necessary - anything... --- > Cloud 9 Vets helps your ill or elderly pet during their final days. Talk with our care coordinators for gentle pet euthanasia at home in Wigan from Cloud 9. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/wigan/ Pet Euthanasia at home in Wigan - A Decision No-One Wants to Have to Make It is never just deciding whether putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep is the "right" decision. As animal lovers and pet owners ourselves, we know that this is an animal member of your family that we are talking about here. Choosing whether they can bear to go on living while suffering constant pain is an achingly private and deeply painful decision - one that can be almost impossible to make, even if you have all of the information regarding pet euthanasia at your fingertips. Our caring and compassionate care coordinators in Wigan will guide you through the entire process with Cloud 9 Vets and help you make the most difficult decision. Cloud 9 Vets Wigan covers a wide area of Wigan and Leigh allowing you to choose the reduced stress option of at home pet euthanasia. We are open from 7am - 8pm Monday-Sunday and are happy to answer any questions you have about the process. The caring team you speak to have almost all been in a similar position themselves before and will have some understanding of the way you are feeling and the things you will want to know. There's No Need to Worry About Pet Cremation in Wigan The aching loss you will be feeling after your treasured animal companion has passed on is natural. From personal experience, we know that it is not something which should be... --- > Cloud 9 Vets provides compassionate at home pet euthanasia for the local pets of London. Contact us today to see how we can help. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/greater-london/ Dog & Cat Euthanasia At Home In Greater London. Letting You Say Goodbye Peacefully What to expect during Gentle At-Home Euthanasia 1. Unrushed Discussion The gentle euthanasia process will be clearly explained and your questions will be answered. When your Vet arrives, attending to your pet’s welfare takes immediate priority. 2. Pre-Sedation - Drifting into Calm Sleep Our Caring Home Visit Vet will come to your home at a time convenient to you. When you are ready, your Vet will administer a gentle sedative in such a way that your pet will barely notice. This is not a painful or distressing process, your pet simply drifts into a peaceful sleep. 3. Pass Away Gently and Peacefully The next stage of the tried and tested process involves giving your pet an anaesthetic agent that causes their heart to slow and then gently stop. They pass away peacefully. This process is very gentle, humane and generally a calmer and more tranquil one than can be delivered at a clinic. 4. Aftercare It is entirely your decision what happens next. If you know that you want a cremation you can arrange this with our Care Coordinators. However you can also discuss this with your Vet whilst they are at your home and they can help you make all the arrangements. All our Vets are, of course, members of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and work in conjunction with your local veterinary surgery to give you extra peace of mind. Jennifer Harrison on... --- > Have a caring Vet visit your animal companion in their own home in Halifax to free them from constant agony with gentle pet euthanasia. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/halifax/ Pet euthanasia at home in Halifax - the final act of love Putting a cat to sleep or putting a dog down can be an act full of love. No one wants their animal companion to suffer. So when there is nothing which can relieve their agony, pet euthanasia at home in Halifax is sometimes the only choice. Why at home? Comfort. Peace and quiet. The familiar sights, sounds and smells which they have known for their entire lives. There are many reasons why pet euthanasia in the home is preferable to being in a veterinary surgery. First and foremost, you will not be causing your animal companion any extra suffering by forcing them into a container or car for a long trip. There will be no cold steel tables to endure. Or sounds of other poor animals in distress. They can stay relaxed and as comfortable as they can be given their condition. You and any other members of their family can be there to hold their paw if you wish to. Or you can wait nearby if you find you cannot face it. Your Vet will give your companion a full pet quality of life examination before they proceed. We find, for many of our patients, that they are so distracted by their pain that they do not even notice that someone else is in their house. The examination will tell you that there is nothing more which can be done to alleviate their suffering. This is something... --- > It can be an impossible decision to face, but it can also be the last great gift you can give them. Talk to us about compassionate pet euthanasia at home in Harrow. - Published: 2023-11-08 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/harrow/ Give a compassionate final farewell with Pet Euthanasia at home in Harrow A life lived in constant agony is no way to live at all. But even when you know this is the alternative for your much-loved animal companion, it can still be difficult to do the right thing. Sometimes though, pet euthanasia is the last great favour you can do for animal members of your family who are suffering. Often, it is the only way to free them from the pain that goes along with some terminal conditions and extreme age. As animal lovers and pet owners ourselves, we understand what a terrifying and deeply personal decision putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep can be. Most of us have been there ourselves, so we are also able to provide a ready ear to listen to and help you decide whether there is anything which can be done for your pet. You can also arrange for one of our Mobile Vets to come and visit your pet in person. They can talk with you about the ins and outs of pet euthanasia and also examine your pet so that you know that there is nothing more that can be done to alleviate their suffering. The process itself is completely pain-free for your pet. As far as they are concerned, they will feel a tiny pinprick which puts them to sleep. After this, they know nothing more. If you, however, need to know more about how we... --- > Cloud 9 Vets offers compassionate pet euthanasia in your own home. Get in touch with our care coordinators to discuss your pet's health. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/cardiff/ Pet Euthanasia at Home in Cardiff - Get Help Saying a Restful Goodbye Saying farewell to a beloved animal companion is never going to be a happy time. But there are ways to make sure that you can keep some sort of control over the situation. As well as to make sure that your much-loved companion does not suffer unnecessarily. That is the reason why we provide pet euthanasia at home. In the place where your pet has experienced most of their happiest memories and where they are most content, you will find that they will be able to relax as much as possible. They will never need to become stressed or agitated because you will be there - as will all of their favourite blankets and toys. As well as all of the sounds and smells which they are most comfortable with. Choosing when putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep is the right choice for both you and them can be an impossible, heartbreaking decision. As part of the service for pet euthanasia in home which we provide, we include a full pet quality of life consultation. As pets routinely hide the true extent of their suffering, this is the best way to gauge exactly what everyday life is like for them. You will then have all of the facts to hand. As experienced pet owners and animal lovers ourselves, we understand that it's not just the emotional cost of putting a dog to sleep... --- > Cloud 9 Vets is a team of animal lovers and pet owners. Talk with our care coordinators about your need for gentle pet euthanasia at home in Cambridge. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/cambridge/ Pet Euthanasia At Home in Cambridge - The Opportunity For Freedom From a Life of Pain If your pet's life is one that is filled with constant pain and suffering, sometimes you'll be faced with a need to contemplate the impossible. On the one hand, you have the knowledge that your animal companion is hurting. On the other, you have your own potential heartbreak. This is the reason why we provide pet euthanasia at home - and why we only entrust caring Vets who are animal lovers or pet owners themselves to do it. Because only they can understand the incredible burden of responsibility you have to bear. And only they can sometimes help you come to terms with it. Often, the first thing to do - before the decision regarding putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep is made - is to have one of our Mobile Vets come and visit to perform a pet quality of life consultation. They will help you to understand if anything can be done to alleviate your pet's pain. If not, it might be time to talk about the pain-free methods we use to give your pet the final gift you can reward them with: freedom from a life lived in constant agony. Whether the result of extreme age or a serious health condition, we help animals of all kinds in the last hours of their life. By coming to your home in person we do away with the need... --- > At Cloud 9 Vets we specialise in putting your cat down in the comfort of your Bristol home, Call today and speak to one of our end of life care co-ordinators. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/bristol/ Pet Euthanasia in Bristol - That Last Loving Gift At the end of serious illness or simply a very long life, your pet may experience pain about which nothing can be done. But when all other means of improving their quality of life have failed, sometimes there is still one last gift you can give them. The loving and gentle in-home pet euthanasia we provide helps your pet on their way without unnecessary stress and distress. They'll be in your home - the place where they feel happy and comfortable - and surrounded by their family, wrapped up in your love and their favourite blanket. You'll have one of our caring Vets there to talk to you about it, making it clear that there is nothing that can be done for your pet. Putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep can be incredibly upsetting even when it is clearly the right thing to do. Having all of the information you need at your fingertips can at least help you to understand that it really is the last great gift that you can give them. The process that your Vet will use will be carried out while your pet is asleep. The initial pinprick of the anaesthetic injection will be all they feel. After this, they will simply drift off. If you need to know more about the process, or about the cost of putting a dog to sleep - we appreciate that budgetary concerns about cat or... --- > Cloud 9 Vets can support you in making that impossible decision. Say goodbye on your own terms, with pet euthanasia at home in Bradford, BD. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/bradford/ Say Goodbye On Your Terms With Pet Euthanasia At Home in Bradford Like you, we understand our duty of care to our pets. The Cloud 9 Vets team are animal lovers. This means that we know the joy which comes from living life in the company of animals. It also means sadness when it is time for them to take their final journey. We support you by providing pet euthanasia at home, enabling you to care for your extremely ill or ageing pets when nothing more can be done for them. We have found that - for pets who have been diagnosed with a terminal condition or with no chance of living any quality of life - helping them say goodbye on their terms can be a blessing in disguise. By having pet euthanasia in home you make sure that your animal companion gets to retain their comfort as much as possible. Your helpful and supportive home visit vet will arrive without drawing your pet's attention to themselves. They will start by examining your companion closely. This pet quality of life consultation ensures that there is no other recourse. We hope that it provides some small peace of mind when making the impossible, heartbreaking decision you are faced with. It is important to remember that, when we do it, putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep is a painless process. They can remain resting in their bed or another favoured spot. There is no shaving, even of... --- > An ailing pet's life can be one of suffering. Talk to the caring experts at Cloud 9 Vets Bournemouth about if it is time for gentle pet euthanasia at home. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/bournemouth/ Save Your Companion a Stressful Journey. Pet Euthanasia at Home in Bournemouth A life lived in constant pain is not much of a life at all. If you are even considering making the impossible, deeply personal decision to give your treasured animal companion a peaceful end, then you know this all too well. Often, the best way to proceed is to get more information. Talk to us about how pet euthanasia at home works - ours will always include a full pet quality of life consultation so that you know that there is no alternative. The entire process of dog euthanasia or cat euthanasia through us happens in your own home. This is the way which provides the most comfort for all concerned. Most of all, for your pet. They will not have to go through any movement, which can only end up causing them further pain. They can stay in the place in which they are happiest - and be surrounded by the people whom they love and whom they know love them in return. For you, it will also be better. There will be no need to share the achingly private experience of putting a dog to sleep or saying goodbye to a feline friend with anyone who you do not wish to be there. The way in which pet euthanasia at home happens with us is through a process of two injections. The first is a tiny almost unnoticeable one which places them into a deep state... --- > Free your old or terminally ill pet from suffering, when the time comes. Choose compassionate pet euthanasia at home in Bolton from Cloud 9 Vets. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/bolton/ Pet Euthanasia At Home in Bolton, Helping You Say a Peaceful Goodbye It can be a heartwrenching choice to have to make. Do you try and save yourself the emotional trauma of losing a beloved animal member of your family. Or do you help free your pet from a life lived in constant pain and suffering? Choosing the latter can bring you a great deal of pain - but it is the step which most animal lovers, cognisant of their pet's agony, may contemplate. Pet euthanasia at home, delivered as it is in the comfortable and caring environment in which your pet has lived their entire life, saves your pet from a life of agony - without needing to make their final days needlessly stressful. They will simply be able to rest as comfortably as possible. One of our Mobile Vets will come and unobtrusively examine their health, making sure that nothing else can be done to alleviate their condition. We find that, given the extremity of their situation, most pets we treat do not realise that our Vet is even there. Once your pet is resting comfortably, they simply feel a tiny pinpoint injection. Putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep in this fashion does not cause them pain. The first injection sends them directly to sleep. After this, the main part of the treatment goes ahead. It is usual to have many questions about the process of pet euthanasia in home. Whether you need to... --- > Pet euthanasia at home is the most compassionate way to say goodbye to your pets who are suffering. Wherever you are in Blackburn, Cloud 9 Vets can help. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/blackburn/ Pet euthanasia at home in Blackburn - The most compassionate way to say goodbye The gentlest way for your pet to be freed from suffering is pet euthanasia at home. Cloud 9 Vets has helped people and pets up and down the Blackburn area say goodbye when to live on would only mean constant pain for your cat or dog. A life where they feel pain in every waking moment, where they cannot get up even to relieve themselves or after they are suffering from the results of an accident or after being diagnosed with an illness such as canine lymphoma is no life at all. To protect your animal companion from suffering needlessly, whether from symptoms of old age, accident or sickness, putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep - something that would normally be impossible to even contemplate - is revealed as the softest and most humane choice. It is important to remember that pet euthanasia in home is never painful for your animal companion. They will always be put to sleep by a little anaesthetic injection first. Only after that will a final larger injection be applied to send them peacefully on their way. Cats, who frequently make for difficult patients, will be kept calm by the attention of your highly experienced home visit vet. For pets in the extremity of age or suffering, we often find that because they are in their usual spot, comfortable and with you there to hold their paw,... --- > Cloud 9 Vets are the local experts when it comes to gentle in-home pet euthanasia. Talk to our care coordinators today to arrange a vet visit to your home. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/birmingham/ Helping You Control When to Say Goodbye - Pet Euthanasia at Home in Birmingham Cloud9Vets helps you get a caring home visit vet sent out to your address whenever you need one. If your animal companion is ailing or clearly in constant pain, you will want to avoid the journey to your local vet's clinic. Instead, we can provide a full pet quality of life consultation without you or your pet having to move at all. Pet euthanasia at home is something which can only be considered after exhausting all other options. Your consultation will give you the information you need to make a responsible, informed decision as to what is best for your beloved animal family member. We only provide dog euthanasia and cat euthanasia which are entirely pain-free. It happens through a process of two injections, the first of which is tiny and designed to simply place your pet into a state of unconsciousness. This means that the next injection, which will peacefully end their life, cannot be felt by them in any way. Putting a cat to sleep can often be more difficult than putting a dog down as they tend to be less keen to remain in one position. But this small first injection means they can rest easily. By choosing pet euthanasia in home you are allowing your animal companion to pass on in the way which is sure to cause them the least stress or additional pain and discomfort. But you are also making... --- > At Cloud 9 Vets we specialise in putting down your dog in the comfort of your Bath home, Call today and speak to one of our end of life care co-ordinators. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/bath/ Pet Euthanasia at home in Bath - Your Last Great Gift - Help your dog be put to sleep gently at home It is a decision which is oh so personal - and one that can be impossible to make. Is your favourite animal companion's life one of hardship and pain? Does their recently diagnosed condition, or simply the end of a long life well lived, mean that they suffer every day? It is for times like this that we give you a way to get your pet the quality of life consultation and, if necessary, in-home pet euthanasia they need - and to make sure that this is the right decision for both them and for you. To ensure that you get the support you need at this incredibly difficult time, we will send you one of our highly trained and experienced home visit vets. Your Vet will arrive at your home at the time you have chosen and will be able to discuss all aspects of putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep with you. We can also talk to you over the phone about any part of what is to come. The two major concerns that our local clients have tend to be the actual procedure itself and cat and dog euthanasia costs: The former is a pain-free process during which your pet will feel only the smallest pinprick. This first injection will send them to sleep, after which a second injection will allow... --- > Talk to us about compassionate in-home pet euthanasia in Paisley. One of our friendly & caring vets will come to your home to carry on the procedure gently. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/paisley/ In-Home Pet Euthanasia in Paisley, Scotland is Often the Compassionate Choice Deciding that there's nothing more that can be done to stop your pet from suffering endlessly is incredibly difficult. It's the reason why any pet euthanasia in Paisley that you get from us will be carried out only after a full quality of life consultation. This will make it perfectly clear to you whether or not anything can actually be done for your pet to improve the quality of their daily life to the point where there is another option. If the only alternative is them being in constant pain, we can go ahead with your pet euthanasia, which we prefer to deliver in-home. This allows your pet to avoid the stress and discomfort of travel in their final days. It also allows you to say goodbye somewhere that's calm and peaceful - and not on the stainless steel tables of your local surgery. You can make your pet comfortable sure in the knowledge that they will feel no pain beyond the first little prick of the needle. After it's over, we can take them away to lie in our chapel of rest if you ask for us to do so. For many of our clients, it's the last thing they'll think about. For many others, it's something that they can't simply gloss over. The cost of putting a dog to sleep is something we rarely need to discuss first off - usually, we meet concerns over the pain-free... --- > Cloud 9 Vets are local animal lovers who've lost pets themselves. We formed out of the need to be able to provide in-home pet euthanasia in Motherwell. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/motherwell/ Pet Euthanasia in Motherwell Scotland Performed in Your Very Own Home Might it be time to say goodbye to your favoured animal companion? Don't let them go out feeling anything other than the love and care you showed them throughout their life. We offer in-home pet euthanasia in Motherwell that happens only after a careful assessment of their quality of life. Because if you're as much of an animal lover as we are, you'll want to be sure that there's nothing more that can be done to alleviate their suffering. Once your assessment is over, your vet will help you to prepare a quiet place in your home that your pet feels comfortable. They can be surrounded with their favourite things and any family members who might like to be there. You can hold their paw or stroke them as they're gently put to sleep. The pet euthanasia method that we use is 100% painless. The only discomfort they'll feel is the brief and incredibly mild pinch of the first needle which lets them slip into unconsciousness before the final injection is performed. At your request, we can then transport them to our pet chapel of rest, taking care of any need you might have to worry about what to do with them once they're gone. We want you to know that we're here and ready to support you in any part of the decision-making process. For many people, we find that the more information they can get, the better.... --- > Deciding to end the life of your beloved pet will never be easy. But it can be more restful, with our option for in-home pet euthanasia in Kilmarnock KA. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/kilmarnock/ Caring Pet Euthanasia in Kilmarnock From Your Local Vets At Cloud 9 Vets, we're pet owners and pet lovers just like you. And we've also gone through the trauma of losing a beloved animal companion. It's the reason we started offering in-home pet euthanasia in Kilmarnock. Because when the day finally comes that your pet can't struggle on without suffering, you want to be sure that not only are you making the right decision - but also that you can make sure it happens without causing them unnecessary stress. The pet euthanasia that we provide in the local area is entirely pain-free. Your pet will feel a tiny pinprick as they're anaesthetised, and then the actual putting to sleep will happen while they're unconscious. You can do this wherever you know they're going to feel most comfortable. And we only ever go ahead after you've had a complete pet quality of life assessment to ensure that there's nothing that can be done to alleviate their pain. We can take your pet away with us when we leave at your request, and you can then come and visit them one final time at our chapel of rest. It's likely that the cost of putting a dog to sleep couldn't be further from your thoughts at this time. But for most people, dog euthanasia costs aren't something that they can simply forget about when working out their monthly budget. If you ever need to know more about any part of putting a... --- > At Cloud 9 Vets we specialise in putting your cat down in the comfort of your Glasgow home, Call today and speak to one of our end of life care co-ordinators - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/glasgow/ Compassionate Dog & Cat Euthanasia At Home in Glasgow We're animal lovers and pet owners ourselves so we know what it means to be choosing to say goodbye to a much-loved companion. There's a reason why all of the pet euthanasia in Glasgow that we provide will begin with a quality of life assessment. We want you to be absolutely sure that you're doing the right thing - that even the best standard of life they could attain is too painful to continue with. We've found that the best way to do this is to come to your home and assess your pet in person, and then to provide the actual pet euthanasia in-house too. This means your dog or cat can be kept calm and comfortable in their favoured spot, and you can hold their paw while they prepare to go. All they will feel is the first pinch of the needle. This needle contains an anaesthetic, from which they will simply not wake up again. Having this happen in your own home does away with all of the stress and trauma of transporting your suffering pet. Plus, we can then take them away with us when we leave, saving you the worry over what to do. We'll take them directly to our chapel of rest, which is situated nearby. For many people, it's the last thing on their minds when saying goodbye to their beloved pet. But for others, it's a concern which can't be ignored: The cost... --- > At the end of a long life, a gentle end to all the pain can be the last thing you can do for your pet. Talk to the experts about pet euthanasia in Falkirk. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/falkirk/ Help Them Remain At Peace With In-Home Pet Euthanasia in Falkirk At the end of a long and much-loved life, sometimes the gift of a peaceful end is the last thing you can do for your pet. If every day is an impossible struggle and nothing can be done, caring and gentle in-home pet euthanasia can present a way to let them free from suffering. Because it happens in the place where they have felt most comfortable and happiest throughout their life, your home makes the perfect place for them to relax in. They can simply lie down in their bed or somewhere else where they can rest as easily as possible, given their condition. They can be surrounded by all of their toys and other favourite things. And most importantly, you can be present if you wish to be in order to hold their paw and calm them into a relaxing space. Your Caring home visit vet will visit at the time you have chosen, and be there to guide you through the process. Putting a cat to sleep or putting a dog down will involve two injections. The first simply sends them to sleep. It is a tiny pinprick and the only discomfort which they will feel. There is no need to shave any part of them or do anything else which will disturb them while they are awake. The main injection happens while they are already dreaming, so they will simply drift off into a peaceful final... --- > Give your pet the highest quality of life even in their final days. We support you throughout the process of putting your put down in your own home in Edinburgh. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/edinburgh/ Cat and Dog Euthanasia in Edinburgh Keeping Your Pet Happy to the End Keeping your animal companion as happy and pain-free as possible even in their final days is the job of the animal-lovers at Cloud 9 Vets. We provide the at-home quality of life consultations, pain medication and at the last extent, cat and dog euthanasia in Edinburgh at home to make their final passing as easy as it can possibly be. The home environment is the place where your cat, dog, rabbit, and any pet you might have will have experienced the happiest times of their life. Allowing them to stay there when they are struggling allows them to stay as calm and relaxed as they can even in the toughest times. The Caring Vet we send to you will assess their condition, create a pain management plan if possible and generally advise you on how to proceed with their care. Get Animal End of Life Care Services Delivered At Home Restful Pet Euthanasia in Edinburgh Let your pet pass on in the place where they have experienced all of the love in their life. We can help you when it is time to start thinking about putting your dog to sleep at home - it is a more peaceful process than in the noise and bustle of your local veterinary practice at home you can be there to hold their paw throughout if you want to. We provide dog and cat euthanasia that is as gentle, loving... --- > It is be difficult to say goodbye to your beloved pets. Cloud 9 Vets offer caring in-home pet euthanasia & more in Redhill, the RH area, Surrey. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/redhill/ End of Life Care and Pet Euthanasia in Redhill, Surrey Say goodbye to your much-loved animal friend in the stress-free home environment, with our option for in-home pet euthanasia in Redhill. There'll be no need to force your pet to go through the pain and discomfort of travel in their final days. Instead, you can enjoy spending time together, welcoming one of our caring vets at the time you've chosen to send your pet on their way. The actual process of pet euthanasia is entirely painless for your cat or dog. All they'll feel is the initial prick of the needle as your vet puts them to sleep. And they'll be surrounded by the place they feel most comfortable, and yourself and any family members who might like to be present. They simply go to sleep peacefully with you holding their paw if you would like to. After it's over, we can take them away with us if you would like. We have a special pet chapel where they can be laid to rest. At a time like this, the cost of putting a dog to sleep likely hasn't even entered your thoughts. But when putting a dog down - even when you've decided to do it in the safety and comfort of your own home, such concerns do sometimes eventually arise. Rest assured that we're always glad to talk quietly with you about any extra information you might need - about the way the procedure is carried out, about... --- > We provide cat and dog euthanasia across Guildford and throughout Surrey. Get gentle pet euthanasia as a final gift for your pet when the end is near. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/guildford/ The Peaceful Way to Get Cat and Dog Euthanasia in Guildford and throughout Surrey At-Home Cat and Dog Euthanasia in Guildford Whether you need advice on putting down a cat or putting your dog to sleep, we can provide it. A full assessment of their health is always our first step, usually followed by a discussion with you regarding the process of in-house dog or cat euthanasia. In all cases we have come across helping local people with their pets, an at-home farewell is always less stressful, more peaceful and more dignified for all of those involved Cat and Dog Cremation We have a highly accredited Chapel of Rest where we can respectfully take your beloved companion after they have passed away. You can choose an individual or communal cremation where your pet has some company, with the former allowing you to have the ashes returned to you. In both cases, we will be glad to spread the ashes in the grounds of our Chapel of Rest. Simply tell us whether you would like to be present or not, the right choice is the one that feels right for you Pet Memorials Talk to us if, like many of our clients, you think that grief counselling might be something you could benefit from. We work closely with several local counsellors. We also offer a range of pet memorial stones, plaques and other options. JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZ3d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbSUyRm1hcHMlMkZkJTJGZW1iZWQlM0ZtaWQlM0QxcjVRRl9NNzZraF9mWExVcWo3d1A0Y1BFbzNmTjE0TWclMjZlaGJjJTNEMkUzMTJGJTIyJTIwd2lkdGglM0QlMjI2NDAlMjIlMjBoZWlnaHQlM0QlMjI0ODAlMjIlM0UlM0MlMkZpZnJhbWUlM0U= Our Care Coordinators Will Help You So give us a call whenever It is convenient for... --- > Whether it is your cat, dog, rabbit or any other animal family member we can help with a gentle, caring home euthanasia service. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/dartford/ Cat and Dog Euthanasia in Dartford For a Gentle End of Life Every Vet we have is an animal lover themselves. They understand how important it is to ensure that you know your pet is getting the care they need, and that when the time finally comes, that caring cat or dog euthanasia in your home in Dartford is the approach which will give them the calmest and most loving goodbye. Whether it is your cat, dog, rabbit or any other animal family member who has recently been diagnosed with a terminal condition or who has reached the end of their life, we can help. We provide gentle pet euthanasia in your home, so you do not need to subject your beloved pet to the stress of travel. Getting Pet Euthanasia At Your Home in Dartford Our many years of experience tell us that the gentle, peaceful drifting off that putting your dog to sleep at home provides is the best way to deal with a pet whose age or infirmities make their daily lives impossible to bear. You can be there to ensure that the dog or cat euthanasia process involves your pet being supported in a warm and loving home environment. Cat and Dog Cremation in the Dartford area After you have decided that putting your cat or dog down at home is the only way they will not suffer your options are a burial at home or cremation. When you choose the latter we have worked hard... --- > Learn more about Lymphoma in Dogs - the symptoms, treatment and more. Find out more from Cloud 9 Vets here. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2024-08-07 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/lymphoma-in-dogs/ Lymphoma in Dogs What Is Lymphoma In Dogs? Lymphoma is an umbrella term for a range of cancers that affect the lymphocytes, cells which form part of the immune system involved in fighting disease and infection. As lymphocytes travel around the body within the lymphatic system, this form of cancer can be widespread. How Is Lymphoma In Dogs Diagnosed? Most cases of lymphoma can be diagnosed by fine needle biopsy. This can be performed conscious or under a mild sedative, and involves inserting a needle into one of the enlarged lymph nodes and aspirating cells into a syringe ( like an injection in reverse ). The cells are then sprayed onto microscopic slides to be assessed by a pathologist. In a few cases, a surgical biopsy of a lymph node may be necessary to make a full diagnosis. This is performed under anaesthetic. Solitary and suspected cutaneous lymphomas will be diagnosed similarly. Chest x-rays and detailed abdominal ultrasound are recommended for assessment of internal lymph node enlargement and organ involvement, and in some cases bone marrow biopsy may also be advised if symptoms or test results suggest that the bone marrow is affected. Routine blood tests are performed to check haematology ( red and white cells, looking for signs of anaemia or problems with the immune system, and also quantifying platelet numbers, the tiny cell fragments that form an important part of the blood clotting mechanism ) and biochemistry ( looking at organ function ). This is not only important... --- > Dogs can suffer different varieties and forms of cancer. Here we walk though some definitions and outline some of the types of dog cancer. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2024-08-07 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/types-of-dog-cancer/ Types of Dog Cancer It’s tempting to think that dreaded disease, cancer, is purely a human ailment but almost all animals – including dogs – can suffer its different varieties and forms, so to start, let’s walk though some definitions and outline some of the types of dog cancer. Firstly, if you spot a lump or growth somewhere on your pet, it doesn’t necessarily mean he has cancer. Lumps or tumours are simply the uncontrolled growth of cells which might do nothing worse than push organs out of the way, interrupting their normal function. Of course, that might lead to problems of their own – perhaps even serious ones – but tumours that stay put are generally termed “benign” and not cancerous and, in most cases, can be surgically removed with no harm done. Cancer is a term reserved for those tumours which might spread, and are described as “malignant”, and sadly, statistics show that almost half of all pets aged 10 or more will fall victim to types of dog cancer. Take for example mammary cancer in dogs. It can occur in any of her 10 mammary glands but in about half of all cases such tumours are completely benign. Spayed bitches are also much less likely to get breast cancer, and so post-op treatment usually includes spaying, if applicable, to reduce the chance of a reoccurrence. Dog mammary cancer life expectancy can vary widely from just a few months in the most advanced cases, to dogs living out... --- > Canine Parvovirus Type 2 (CPV) is a highly-contagious incurable viral illness and, sadly, the bad news is that around nine in ten puppies that contract it and do not receive prompt treatment will die. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2024-08-07 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/parvo-in-dogs/ Parvo in Dogs There is good news and bad news about Parvo. Canine Parvovirus Type 2 (CPV) is a highly-contagious incurable viral illness and, sadly, the bad news is that around nine in ten puppies that contract it and do not receive prompt treatment will die. The good news is that 85% of infected puppies who are treated go on to survive although treatment can be drawn-out and distressing. The even better news is that parvovirus in dogs can be virtually eliminated by a simple vaccine given every two to four weeks until 16 weeks of age. Is it really worth the risk not to vaccinate? There most common form of parvo dog disease hits the intestine and is characterised by vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy, weight loss, and lack of appetite. Much rarer is cardiac parvovirus, which attacks the heart muscles of very young puppies, often leading to death. It’s usually found in puppies under six weeks old who contracted from their mothers in the womb. It can be difficult to spot, and often the only indication is the death of the puppy. If they survive the infection, signs of long term cardiac damage may not surface for several years, but its victims can later suffer from congestive heart failure. With intestinal Parvo, it is not the virus itself which kills the patient, but the effects of dehydration and secondary infection. Dogs of any age can be affected, but most acute cases of Parvo are seen in puppies aged between six... --- > Kidney problems are relatively common in dogs. Learn more aboure ther conditions and symptoms here and if you should consider euthanasia. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2024-12-05 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/kidney-failure-in-dogs/ Kidney Failure in Dogs Get the Facts About Kidney Failure in Dogs Kidney failure in dogs is the inability of the kidneys to clean the blood of waste products and toxins, and not the inability to make urine. In fact, the production of large quantities of urine is a potential sign that your dog’s kidneys may be under strain and the body’s wastes are not being eliminated effectively. Chronic Kidney failure does not happen overnight and is often the result of old age: the kidneys have simply worn out. One big factor is your dog’s size: the larger the dog, the sooner you may see signs of kidney failure, perhaps as soon as seven years old. Smaller dogs are more likely to show the earliest signs of kidney disease at between 10 and 14 years. As your dog gets older his kidneys become less and less inefficient as a filter. His body’s reaction to this it to produce more and more urine to try to flush the toxins out. Because of this, he will become thirstier and you may notice his water bowl needs topping up much more often. What are the Symptoms of Kidney Failure in Dogs? Signs of more advanced kidney failure include loss of appetite, weight loss, depression, vomiting, diarrhoea and very bad breath. Sometimes, mouth ulcers also form. By now, you will probably be seeking the advice of your vet and they will want to carry out blood tests to monitor the concentration of two waste... --- > Dogs can get heart problems just like humans do but the type and causes of any heart disease are very different from our own. Find out more here. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2024-12-05 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/congestive-heart-failure-in-dogs/ Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs Does My Dog Have Heart Disease? Dogs can get heart problems just like humans do but the type and causes of any heart disease are very different from our own. The breed of your dog will determine which type of heart disease they are likely to get and at what age, lifestyle is much less relevant. There are two main types of canine heart disease; one which affects smaller and older dogs called Mitral Valve Disease (MVD) and another which affects bigger dogs at any age called Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM). A few dogs might also be born with a heart that has not formed properly, this is known as a ‘congenital’ heart problem, which might cause them problems early in life or sometimes cause no problems at all. In MVD one of the valves in the heart deteriorates and stops working as efficiently. Valves in the heart keep blood flowing in one direction so that when the heart squeezes, blood can only go forwards, not forwards and backward. The thickening and altering in shape of this valve in middle-aged to older small dogs is almost considered a normal aging change. In the early stages when small amounts of blood are starting to leak backward from the valve the heart can cope by working a little harder. If, however, the valve continues to become less and less efficient then this compensation by the heart is no longer entirely successful. It is then not able to do... --- > Arthritis is quite a broad term but is basically a condition where joints have become chronically sore and inflamed. Find out more here. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2024-08-07 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/arthritis-in-dogs/ Arthritis in Dogs What Is Arthritis? Arthritis is quite a broad term but is basically a condition where joints have become chronically sore and inflamed. You might also hear people talk about osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease, they are all forms of arthritis and they all involve joints. Dogs, like us, have lots of joints in their bodies; a place where two bones meet and move against each other but some joints are more prone to arthritis than others. The joints which tend to develop arthritis are also quite similar in people and dogs, the hips, knees and spine are often affected, and because dogs walk on four legs, elbows too. There are many reasons why your dog might develop arthritis. Some joints are not shaped in the best or most efficient way to stand up to a lifetime of use. There might have been a problem during the adolescent growth period or a weakness in the way the bones were formed. This means that early on in life the joint won’t be able to function as well as it should and will be prone to damage and stress. Some breeds are known to have a tendency towards this problem and despite efforts to reduce breed related joint problems its not uncommon for these dogs to develop arthritis as a result of their early bone growth. Hip dysplasia, for example, is where the hip joints are poorly formed and is more commonly seen in larger breeds like Labradors, Golden Retrievers,... --- > The decision to put your beloved dog to sleep is always a tremendously difficult and heartbreaking one. Let us help at Cloud 9 Vets. Contact us today. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2024-08-07 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/dog-guide-to-assessing-quality-of-life/ When Is It Time To Put My Dog To Sleep The Decision To Put My Dog To Sleep The decision to put a beloved pet to sleep is always a tremendously difficult and heartbreaking one. Sometimes a sudden and significant deterioration in the pet’s state of health will make that decision for us eg certain cancers can cause internal bleeding, or a crisis point may be reached due to advanced progressive heart disease. But in many cases, we have to decide against a background of gradual age related changes. It can be difficult to know at which point our pet's life was ok yesterday, but not ok for today, especially as their condition can be very up and down from day to day, or even within the same day. At these times, it can be extremely useful to assess the dog’s quality of life in an objective way. Discussion within the family can be helpful, although it is important to remember that different people may vary in their opinions as to what is acceptable and can be coped with by the dog and his or her carers. And of course, it is an emotive subject, there is a natural reluctance to accept that a dog is reaching the end of their life. For some, religious beliefs may also impact on such decisions. It is wise to seek the advice of your vet at this time, to allow a review of your dog’s clinical condition, any medications, and, most importantly, how... --- > Identify the symptoms of Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) and learn how to Care for a cat with FIP. Learn more here. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2024-08-07 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/fip-in-cats/ FIP in Cats What Is FIP In Cats? Feline Infectious Peritonitis is a relatively uncommon disease (affecting approximately 0. 02% of the domestic cat population) caused by the feline Coronavirus. A high proportion of cats (up to 40% of the general population, but up to 100% of cats in multicat colonies) will have been exposed to Coronavirus at some point in their life. In the vast majority of cases, it will cause no symptoms at all, or just mild self limiting diarrhoea or flu like symptoms (sneezing, watery eyes etc). The virus infects the cells of the intestinal tract and replicates. It is then shed in the faeces, potentially surviving in the environment for up to several weeks (though it can be destroyed with the application of basic disinfectants). It is spread via the faeco-oral route. Once the virus has been ingested, most cats are able to fight off the infection, though some may become persistent carriers and continue to shed virus into the environment long term. Queens carrying the virus through pregnancy and lactation will usually have passed it onto their kittens by the age of 5-8 weeks. However, a small proportion of cats will develop a mutated strain of virus as it replicates inside their gut. This more aggressive virus has a much increased potential to cause disease by spreading to other parts of the body inside the cat's own white blood cells. If the cat cannot destroy this strain of virus, or there is an inadequate or... --- > Learn more about the Common Symptoms of Cancer in Cats and Life Expectancy from Cloud 9 Vets. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2024-08-07 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/cancer-in-cats/ Cancer in Cats Cancer in Cats Like humans with every passing year our cats are increasingly likely to suffer from diseases of old age, including cancer. We’re still not sure about the exact cause of cancer in cats but many veterinary scientists now think the feline leukaemia virus is a major contributor, although factors such as environmental toxins including second-hand smoke seem to have a part to play. Certainly, a healthy lifestyle, diet and regular wellness check-ups with your vet can help to prevent cancer in cats but a cancer diagnosis need not be a death sentence if symptoms are spotted early. Common Symptoms of Cancer in Cats and Types of Cancer Melanomas These basal cell tumours are a type of cat skin cancer but are thankfully quite rare. They’re usually seen around the neck, head, ears and shoulders, forming as solid lumps beneath the skin, however they are mostly benign. Mast Cell Tumours Another relatively uncommon skin cancer, Mast Cell tumours appear as pigmented, ulcerated nodules. They can be found anywhere on the body and can only be properly diagnosed with a biopsy carried out by your vet. Fibrosarcoma These tumours appear in the fibrous tissue just under the skin as solid, irregular masses. Like Mast Cell, biopsy is the most reliable diagnostic tool. Lymphoma Lymphosarcoma (LSA) is common among cats who have suffered feline leukaemia virus infections and because it affects the intestines and other lymphatic tissues in the abdomen, symptoms commonly include lost appetite and weight loss,... --- > Lymphoma in cats are already one of the most common forms of the disease, and one which afflicts cats more than any other domestic pet. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2024-08-07 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/lymphoma-in-cats/ Lymphoma in Cats Lymphoma in Cats Over the course of the last 20 years, vets have reported an increase in malignant lymphoma in cats, already one of the most common forms of the disease, and one which afflicts cats more than any other domestic pet. Feline Lymphoma is a tumour of the lymph nodes, tiny bean-shaped masses of tissue that help to protect against everyday infections by sweeping up and eliminating potentially-harmful bacteria, other disease organisms and foreign proteins from all over the body. They also play a vital role in neutralizing toxins. The lymph nodes also produce lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell which are the body’s natural defenders against infection. These lymphocytes can become defective and start multiplying uncontrollably forcing the nodes to swell under the pressure, producing lumps. If these were to appear in your cat’s throat, for example, they could make it much harder for her to swallow. Because the lymph nodes are interconnected by the lymphatic system, the cancer can spread to other parts of the body and internal organs. Secondary cancers – in the liver, bladder and pancreas – can follow without early diagnosis and effective treatment. In fact, research shows that up to 33% of all cat cancers begin with lymphoma, and 90% of all blood cancers. Lymphoma can form anywhere in her body where lymphocytes are found in great numbers. Currently, the biggest number of lymphomas are seen in the digestive system, but this has not always been so. In the... --- > Kidney problems are relatively common in cats. Learn more about the symptoms and conditions here. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2024-08-07 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/kidney-failure-in-cats/ Kidney Failure in Cats What is Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)? Kidney problems are relatively common in cats. The prevalence of CKD (renal or kidney failure) ranges from about 1% in young cats right up to 30-50% of cats at 15 years of age. So the older your cat the more chance there is that their kidneys will start to fail. Vets will now often screen older cats for early signs of kidney disease to try and identify those cats at risk of developing full blown renal failure and if your cat becomes unwell later in life it is one of the first conditions they might check for as a cause. Diagnosis is usually by blood tests, tests on urine and sometimes an ultrasound scan. Some cats are at an increased risk of CKD because of their breed or a congenital condition (one present from birth). Persians, Abyssinians and Siamese cats may all be more prone to developing the condition. Other causes might be a long term infection they have acquired such as a urinary tract infection or infected teeth. Another disease which then affects the kidneys like pancreatitis, diabetes mellitus or hyperthyroidism, or possibly a toxin they have been exposed to, could all also be a factor. In many cases though no obvious cause or trigger will be identified and the CKD is ‘idiopathic’, which is a medical way of saying we don’t know what has caused it. For some cats it just seems to be a feature of getting... --- > A compassionate way to escape constant suffering can be the last gift you give your animal companion. Talk to our care coordinators about pet euthanasia in Chelmsford. - Published: 2023-11-07 - Modified: 2025-05-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/chelmsford/ Pet Euthanasia in Chelmsford - The Compassionate Goodbye For Suffering Pets A peaceful and loving end can be the last great gift that you give to an ailing animal member of your family. If their everyday life is simply one of trying to find the position of least pain, it may be time for some deeply personal considerations. Pet euthanasia is painless and, when performed in the comfortable and loving atmosphere of your own home as it is with us, a stress-free experience for your pet's final journey. Putting a dog down or putting a cat to sleep is never something that can be undertaken lightly. For this reason, we will always suggest that you have one of our caring and highly experienced Mobile Vets visit your pet personally. They will provide a full quality of life examination, enabling you to get all of the information you need about their condition. Having this consultation take place in your own home - the place where your pet feels most comfortable and loved - is always preferable to having to force them through the discomfort of a journey to your local veterinary centre. The process of pet euthanasia itself will also take place in your home, meaning that your pet can be surrounded by you and the rest of their family if you wish to be present, as well as all of the familiar sights and smells of home. Talk to us about any aspect of the painless process we use or... --- > Knowing if the time is right to consider pet euthanasia is always difficult. We understand this and we offer a checklist to help guide you. - Published: 2023-11-06 - Modified: 2024-10-14 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/is-it-time/ Is it time? Giving your pet the best quality of life until the very end is as important to us as it is to you. 08000 354 999We know that the happiest memories are built from times when you and your pet are free to live your lives together without fears that their old age or illness might be causing them pain. JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZsaXNiZXQtcGdzdnNkamQuc2NvcmVhcHAuY29tJTIyJTIwd2lkdGglM0QlMjIxMDAlMjUlMjIlMjBoZWlnaHQlM0QlMjI3NTBweCUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRmlmcmFtZSUzRQ== Download Our Special “Is It Time? ” Checklist Deciding whether the time has come to say goodbye to a sick or chronically ill pet is the hardest decision of all. Use this checklist to examine all the factors that could be relevant to weigh up their condition. Remember, no single symptom by itself is enough to base an assessment of their quality of life. 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We are now available across the UK and continually expanding our coverage. We are constantly expanding the parts of the UK we cover. The biggest areas we now operate in are listed here. Check if a Cloud 9 Vet can visit your home now by calling us. CHECK YOUR AREA 08000 354 999 Get in touch with our compassionate team at Cloud 9 Vets If you are considering when is the right time to put your pet to sleep, then you can... --- - Published: 2023-11-06 - Modified: 2025-02-25 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/aftercare-services/ Aftercare Services The grief you feel on the day you lose your pet can be overwhelming. Which is why it is often best to have someone else worry about the arrangements for afterwards. 08000 354 999 Pet Cremation The cremation itself will happen at our highly accredited Chapel of Rest. The staff there understand what you are going through and will always gently guide you through the process when you choose to attend. You can choose to be present or to let us carefully handle things as you prefer. When you select individual cremation we can then return the ashes to you at a convenient time, or if you wish, spread them in the grounds of our peaceful Chapel of Rest. 08000 354 999 How Pet Cremation Happens We understand if you do not want to know the exact details. In this case, feel free to skip to the next section. Do bear in mind though that official recording of your service will include: A personal identification The time that cremation begins and finishes The number of the specific chamber used Details of the name of the caring professional who will be handling proceedings The actual cremation process will end with the ashes being collected, cooled and then passed through a cremulator. This creates a fine ash. You can choose whether we will return this to you or spread the ashes in the grounds of our Chapel of Rest. 08000 354 999 Your Dog Cremation Service - Which Is Best?... --- > Say goodbye to your beloved pet in the comfort of their own home, and give them a peaceful end to their pain. Talk to us about pet euthanasia in Canterbury. - Published: 2023-11-06 - Modified: 2024-10-24 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/canterbury-ct/ Say a Loving Goodbye With In-Home Pet Euthanasia in Canterbury Sometimes the last present that you can give to your suffering pet is a gentle and easy way out. Whether it's extreme age or terminal illness which has led to your pet having to endure the unendurable, having the option to choose when you'll say goodbye to them can be priceless. The pain-free and gentle pet euthanasia we offer is the safe and simple way to make this happen. The first thing is to invite one of our experienced and caring Mobile Vets around to your home so that they can meet with your pet. They'll assess their state of health and make sure that you know that there's nothing that can be done to further alleviate their pain. Next, you'll be able to assist your Vet in preparing a safe and comfortable space for your pet to recline in. This can be their own bed or some blankets placed on the floor as you prefer. They can be surrounded by their favorites sights and things, and you can be there at all times to hold their paw, or just so they can see you. Putting a dog to sleep or saying farewell to a cat happens through a two-stage process. The first step - a little bit of anesthetic which renders them unconscious - is all they feel. It's just a little pinch. The main injection follows after, and they simply won't be aware of it. There's no stress... --- > We are animal lovers who have lost pets ourselves and ready to assist you at the most difficult time of owning a pet. Get in touch today. - Published: 2023-11-06 - Modified: 2025-05-23 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/get-in-touch/ Get in touch If your elderly or terminally ill pet requires veterinary assistance, please call us without delay. 08000 354 999JTNDc2NyaXB0JTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZ2ZXRoZWxwZGlyZWN0LmNvbSUyRmRhc2hib2FyZCUyRmFwaSUyRndpZGdldCUzRndpZGdldGlkJTNEMTE4MSUyNmhlaWdodCUzRGF1dG8lMjZ3aWR0aCUzRGF1dG8lMjZpbnRlcm5hbEJvcmRlckNvbG91ciUzRGMzZDYwMCUyNnRleHRDb2xvdXIlM0QzMzMzMzMlMjZyZWFkUmV2aWV3QnRuQmdDb2xvdXIlM0RjM2Q2MDAlMjZhZGRSZXZpZXdCdG5CZ0NvbG91ciUzRGMzZDYwMCUyNnJldmlld0Zvcm1Db2xvdXIxJTNEZmZmZmZmJTI2cmV2aWV3Rm9ybUNvbG91cjIlM0RmZmZmZmYlMjIlMjBkZWZlciUzRSUzQyUyRnNjcmlwdCUzRQ==As animal lovers ourselves who have lost pets of our own - we know that this emotional decision can be extremely difficult to make. Feel free to e-mail us via the form below or Call Our Care Coordinators for No Obligation Advice over the Phone. 08000 354 999 info@cloud9vets. co. uk "*" indicates required fields Name* First Last Email* Phone*Pet's Name*Pet Type*DogCatSmall FurryPlease enter your pet's weight in KG*Please enter your postcode*Brief description of pet's condition*This form collects Name, Email and Phone number so that we can correspond with you. I consent to having Cloud 9 Vets collect my name, email and phone number. 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Learn more here. - Published: 2023-11-06 - Modified: 2024-08-07 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/felv-and-fiv-in-cats/ FeLV and FIV in Cats Does my cat have Feline Aids or Leukaemia? If your cat becomes unwell, seems to have trouble recovering from an infection or develops certain types of tumour your vet may want to check if there could be a viral infection causing the problem. There are two types of virus which cats can become persistently infected with and carry inside them for some time without initially showing any signs. One is the Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and the other is the Feline Leukaemia Virus (FeLV). Both these viruses can interfere with a cat’s immune system and reduce their ability to fight off infections. They can also, less commonly, cause tumours, or cancer, to form. If vets are testing a cat for the presence of one virus they will usually test for both since the symptoms shown by infected cats can be pretty similar. Whilst there are commonalities in the way that these viruses cause disease in cats there are also significant differences. FIV is equivalent to HIV in humans and so is sometimes called Feline AIDS. It’s not that easy to catch and requires very close contact. Although it can spread through sexual contact in cats it is most likely to be passed from cat to cat during fights. The virus is present in the saliva of infected cats and if they bite another cat they can introduce it into their blood stream. Cats who are more likely to fight therefore; males (especially if not neutered)... --- > Browse by topic our educational Pet Knowledge Base written by our Caring Cloud 9 Vets. Check the information on the most common cat or dog terminal illnesses. - Published: 2023-11-06 - Modified: 2024-08-07 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/knowledge-base/ Is it time - Knowledge Base Browse by Topic Our Educational Knowledge Base written by Caring Cloud 9 Vets 08000 354 999 Cats FeLV and FIV in Cats Kidney failure in cats Lymphoma in Cats Spotting Types of Cancer in Cats FIP in Cats Dogs Assessing Quality of Life Arthritis in Dogs Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs Kidney Failure in Dogs Parvo in Dogs The Big C in Canines: Spotting Types of Dog Cancer Lymphoma in Dogs Get in touch with our compassionate team at Cloud 9 Vets If you are considering when is the right time to put your pet to sleep, then you can speak with our understanding and specially trained Care Coordinators, who will help you through this difficult decision. Please call us to arrange a Cloud 9 Vet home visit or to ask any questions you might have. 08000 354 999 --- > Ask any questions that you might have about our mobile Vets and services. We have prepared a FAQ page which will hopefully answer all your questions. - Published: 2023-11-06 - Modified: 2024-08-07 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/frequently-asked-questions/ Frequently Asked Questions What would you like to know about our mobile Vets and services? 08000 354 999It is never a good time to be faced with an end of life situation. But the more information you have, the more likely you are to have the most gentle and dignified experience. So what would you like to know about our mobile Vets and services? A. This is a decision that only you and your family can make. But in general, if this is needed, we would say that sooner is usually better than later. If your pet's health has reached the stage where euthanasia is the best option, waiting can often lead to unnecessary suffering on their part. A discussion with our Vets or Care Coordinators will give you the help and advice you need to make a decision. Our quality of life assessments are designed to give you all the information you need to know about your pet's health and any pain that they might be feeling. A. There are many tell-tale signs, some of which are specific to certain species or even certain breeds. If your pet experiences any of the following you should consider consulting us: Changes in appetite or the amount they drink No longer interested in playing, interacting or perhaps hiding away Becoming confused, grumpy, dazed or behaving out of character Unable to stand - or get up - on their own Increasing incontinence, daytime and at night Sleeping a lot - or not at... --- > We now cover most of the UK including Sussex, Greater London, Bristol & Scotland. Our mission at Cloud 9 Vets is to provide caring end of life at home veterinary services to all of the UK. - Published: 2023-11-06 - Modified: 2025-05-21 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/areas-we-cover/ Areas We Cover It is Cloud 9 Vets vision to be able to provide the same supportive and caring in home vets services to all of the UK. 08000 354 999You can currently find us across much of the United Kingdom, and we are continuing to expand our coverage day by day. If you wonder whether we can provide a home vet visit where you are, do get in touch at your earliest convenience. In many cases, organising care sooner rather than later will significantly reduce the amount of suffering your pet may go through. 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Check Cloud 9 Vets Prices for Personal Unrushed Pet End of Life Home Visits. - Published: 2023-11-06 - Modified: 2025-05-23 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/prices/ Pricing If your elderly or terminally ill pet requires urgent veterinary assistance, please call us without delay. 08000 354 999 What Happens When You Make That First Call? The first call to us is always the hardest, but we're here to make the process easier. Find out all about that first call to our considerate care co-ordinators in our video here. 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When we visit your home to provide gentle dog euthanasia we will start by explaining how the process will work and what you can expect. The gentle two-injection process ensures that your pet will be sedated before the euthanasia injection, most pets feel nothing but some may feel a small pin prick, as we would with an injection, then they will gently drift in to sedation. You may wish to comfort your dog or give them tasty treat at the same time as the first injection, to help make this a positive moment for both of you. Toy Dogs 0-10kg Example Breeds: Chihuahua, Pomeranian, Papillon, Bichon Frise, Pug, Shih Tzu, Yorkshire Terrier, Toy Poodle or Pekingese £279 Small Dogs 11-20 kg Example Breeds: Poodle, Beagle, Yorkshire Terrier, King Charles Spaniel, French Bulldog £289 Medium Dogs 21-34kg Example Breeds: Labrador, Retriever, Boxer, Border Terrier, Hungarian Viszla or Collie £299 Large Dogs 35-50kg Example Breeds: Labrador, Retriever, Boxer, German Shepperd or Greyhound. £329 XL Dogs 50kg + Example Breeds: Newfoundlanders, Mastiffs, Great Danes, Saint Bernards, Wolf Hounds, Alaskan Malamute, Akitas, or various Shepherd Dogs. £349 For gentle cat euthanasia at home,... --- > Compassionate pet euthanasia at home in the UK is the perfect way to say goodbye to your treasured friend. Contact us today to see how we can help. - Published: 2023-11-06 - Modified: 2024-12-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/vet-services/pet-euthanasia/ Compassionate Pet Euthanasia at Home Gentle pet euthanasia at home is the perfect way to softly say goodbye to your closest animal friends. 08000 354 999 Pet Euthanasia We will always discuss which methods will best suit your and your pet’s needs and wishes and we can provide you with as much information as you wish at your request. Some of our clients are concerned about how much pet euthanasia costs - we always strive to provide an option which prioritises the comfort of your pet in their final hours without adding an unnecessary burden to your wallet. The only time when we add anything extra onto your bill will be when you need an Emergency Vet during unsociable hours. This is because we need to keep one of our Caring Vets on-call at all hours. 08000 354 999 Caring Help and Support 7 days a week We have many years’ experience of compassionately helping families whose pets who are approaching the end of their life. We are available to respectfully discuss your needs 7 days a week, our telephone lines are open 13 hours a day, from 7 am until 8 pm and it is even possible to arrange home visits at times outside of these hours. If the time has come to put your cat to sleep, being in the secure and familiar environment of your own home is a great comfort, reducing stress for both your pet and your family. 08000 354 999 What to expect during... --- > If your cat's quality of life is too compromised, putting your cat gently to sleep may be the most peaceful solution. Find out more from Cloud 9 Vets. - Published: 2023-11-06 - Modified: 2024-12-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/vet-services/cat-euthanasia/ Cat Euthanasia Service In The UK Cat euthanasia at home is the peaceful way to send off your feline friend. There is no need to force them into a cat carrier or car, they will be able to stay calm and relaxed in a familiar and comfortable environment, with you and the rest of your family there to offer love and support. 08000 354 999 Cat Euthanasia We will always discuss which methods will best suit your and your cat’s needs and wishes and we can provide you with as much information as you wish at your request. Some of our clients are concerned about how much cat euthanasia costs - we always strive to provide an option which prioritises the comfort of your pet in their final hours without adding an unnecessary burden to your wallet. The only time when we add anything extra onto your bill will be when you need an Emergency Vet during unsociable hours. This is because we need to keep one of our Caring Vets on-call at all hours. 08000 354 999 Caring Help and Support 7 days a week We have many years’ experience of compassionately helping families whose pets who are approaching the end of their life. We are available to respectfully discuss your needs 7 days a week, our telephone lines are open 13 hours a day, from 7 am until 8 pm and it is even possible to arrange home visits at times outside of these hours. If the time... --- > Cloud 9 Vets offers in home pet euthanasia across the UK. Find out about our services and the locations we serve. - Published: 2023-11-06 - Modified: 2024-08-07 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/vet-services/ Dog Euthanasia Cat Euthanasia Other Pets --- > Help your companion stay relaxed right to the end and say goodbye peacefully with pain-free sedation and gentle dog euthanasia provided by Cloud 9 Vets. - Published: 2023-11-06 - Modified: 2024-12-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/vet-services/dog-euthanasia/ Dog Euthanasia At Home In the UK Our at home dog euthanasia service has UK coverage to help your canine companion rest peacefully throughout their final hours. We are animal lovers who have lost pets ourselves, so we know that that this can be the hardest of decisions - during which time it is important to know that you are doing the right thing. 08000 354 999 Dog Euthanasia Our own experiences with the dog euthanasia that happens in veterinary clinics is that it most often lacks the calm, relaxing and comfortable environment that your dog is used to, after all, it is your pet’s the familiar home That is why we offer this gentler, more peaceful option which allows you to put your dog to sleep at home. This means they can be comforted with treats and even remain in the comfort of their own bed with support from you and the rest of the family providing the same warm atmosphere that they have enjoyed throughout your lives together. 08000 354 999 Caring Help and Support 7 days a week We have many years’ experience of compassionately helping families whose pets who are approaching the end of their life. We are available to respectfully discuss your needs 7 days a week, our telephone lines are open 13 hours a day, from 7 am until 8 pm and it is even possible to arrange home visits at times outside of these hours. If the time has come to put your... --- > At Cloud 9 Vets we specialise in gentle, compassionate at home euthanasia with nationwide UK coverage. Call Today and speak to one of our caring staff. - Published: 2023-10-31 - Modified: 2025-03-20 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/ Caring and compassionate pet euthanasia in your own home To arrange an at appointment for at home pet euthanasia or for personal help and support please reach out to us. 08000 354 999 Dedicated to Care & Empathy To be sure your pet’s last days are as special as possible, you will need the advice and support of a skilled professional with the ability to provide necessary veterinary treatment as well as offering the sympathetic attention you need at this sad time. All our Vets are, of course, members of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and work in conjunction with your local veterinary surgery to give you extra peace of mind. IS IT TIME? 08000 354 999 Dog Euthanasia Cat Euthanasia Other Pets Our end-of-life home visit vets are dedicated to care & empathy. Andrea Di Sante, Veterinarian Advisor What to expect during Gentle Euthanasia At Home Unrushed Discussion The gentle euthanasia process will be clearly explained and your questions will be answered. When your Vet arrives, attending to your pet’s welfare takes immediate priority. Calming pre-sedation When you are ready, your Vet will administer a gentle sedative in such a way that your pet will barely notice. Some pets will make a noise, but be assured this is more because they are surprised rather than in pain. Pass Away Peacefully The next stage of the process involves giving your pet an anaesthetic agent that causes their heart to slow and then gently stop. They pass away peacefully. Aftercare... --- --- ## Posts > CDS is very similar to dementia, or senility. Find out more about the condition and how Cloud 9 Vets are here to help guide you. - Published: 2025-06-11 - Modified: 2025-06-11 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/understanding-cognitive-dysfunction-in-cats-feline-dementia/ - Categories: Cats Seeing signs of age slowly creep up on your cat can be heart-wrenching for an owner. Sometimes, age-related changes happen so gradually that you may not notice them. But sooner or later, you may come to the difficult realisation that your cat is not the cat they used to be. Aging is normal, and a privilege. But it can be a mistake to assume that when your cat is slowing down, it is just because of age. If you notice a sudden change in your cat’s behaviour it is a good idea to speak to your vet. But remember, even a gradual change can be caused by a medical issue. One of the causes of gradual decline in older cats is a form of dementia, known as ‘cognitive dysfunction syndrome’ or CDS. If you are concerned that your older cat is no longer behaving the way they used to do, it’s worth considering whether CDS is the cause. What is CDS? CDS is very similar to dementia, or senility. As your cat gets older, changes can happen in their brain. These changes affect their attention, memory and ability to learn. Signs can start gradually but will worsen over time. Sadly, CDS can have a big impact on your cat’s quality of life. Some of the signs of CDS also occur due to other health conditions, like overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), kidney disease, arthritis and high blood pressure. Your vet will need to rule out these other conditions first before they can... --- > Osteoarthritis is a very common condition in cats, particularly as they age. Find out more about the condition here. - Published: 2025-04-29 - Modified: 2025-04-29 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/osteoarthritis-in-cats/ - Categories: Cats Osteoarthritis is a very common condition in cats, particularly as they age. Despite being a very painful disease, it often goes unnoticed until it has become very advanced. Cats are very good at hiding their discomfort and they have often been struggling for some time before their diagnosis. We’re going to explore what osteoarthritis is and the signs to look out for in your cat. We will also explore the best ways to help your cat manage their condition and how you can keep an eye on your cat’s quality of life. What is osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is also known as degenerative joint disease (DJD). It is a progressive condition where the shock-absorbing cartilage at the end of the bones in joints becomes worn and uneven. The once smooth, gliding surface of the joint becomes roughened and damaged, leading to pain and inflammation. Eventually the bones within the joint begin to rub against each other, leading to further inflammation and thickening of the joint. Osteoarthritis can affect just one joint or multiple, depending on the underlying cause. As mentioned, osteoarthritis is progressive meaning that it will get worse over time. The condition cannot be cured, but there are lots of things that can be done to help manage your cat’s pain, improving their quality of life. What causes osteoarthritis in cats? In cats, osteoarthritis can be caused by several things including: Age – years of wear and tear can contribute to joint disease. Obesity – increased weight puts more pressure on... --- > Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) in cats is a form of heart disease which, sadly, is often fatal. Find out about the condition here. - Published: 2025-03-20 - Modified: 2025-03-20 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/hypertrophic-cardiomyopathy-in-cats/ - Categories: Cats Cats are creatures of mystery – notoriously enigmatic, aloof, independent. Although many pet cats can also be incredibly affectionate, loving and loyal, they still unfortunately are very good at hiding signs of illness. One of the most common conditions that can easily go unnoticed is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), a form of heart disease which, sadly, is often fatal. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy can even be a cause of sudden death in young cats. But is there anything that can be done to try to diagnose it earlier and treat it? And once it reaches the terminal stages, how do you make the kind decision to end their suffering? Pathophysiology of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy The heart is composed of muscle arranged into four chambers – two lower ventricles and two upper atria. Between these chambers are valves which direct the flow of blood and ensure it can only move in the direction it’s supposed to. In hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, the wall of the left ventricle, which is responsible for pumping the blood around the body, thickens around the chamber. In time, this will put extra pressure on the mitral valve between the left atrium and left ventricle, which can result in failure of the valve and the backflow of blood into the atrium from the ventricle. Because of this, the left atrium will enlarge, and this combination of failures can lead to heart failure. Unfortunately, because of this turbulent blood flow, cats with HCM are at risk of developing blood clots which can be fatal,... --- > As our dogs age, we see health issues arise. One problem that affects many of our senior canine companions is incontinence. Find out more here. - Published: 2025-03-11 - Modified: 2025-03-11 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/incontinence-in-senior-dogs/ - Categories: Dogs As our dogs age, we see health issues beginning to arise. One problem that affects many of our senior canine companions is incontinence. Incontinence, alongside other quality-of-life indicators, is a reason that many owners consider euthanasia towards the end of their pet’s life, as this loss of control can be upsetting to both. Both urinary and faecal incontinence can occur for multiple reasons. We will explore some of these, alongside a few available treatment options. We will also give you some practical advice on the best ways to care for your pet at home during this tricky time. Urinary Incontinence Urinary incontinence is the loss of control of urination. Your dog passes urine without realising, often when they are relaxed or sleeping. They may still urinate normally at other times during the day. This is a different scenario to dogs with cystitis (inflammation of the bladder), for example, who still have control but are urinating more frequently and consciously positioning themselves to pass urine.   Loss of control of urination can lead to issues such as – Wet bedding after resting or sleeping Urinary accidents in the house Wet, smelly fur around their back end Urine scalding on their genitals or surrounding skin Urine dribbling or dripping out of their genitals Excessive licking of the genitals Dogs with urinary incontinence are also more prone to secondary urinary tract infections, so owners could also notice blood in the urine, straining to pass urine, and going little and often. What are the... --- > As our pets age it’s not uncommon to see certain health issues developing. Find out the most common conditions affecting older dogs here. - Published: 2025-02-25 - Modified: 2025-03-11 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/dogs-in-their-senior-years-supporting-common-conditions/ - Categories: Dogs, Pain, Pet Euthanasia As our pets age it’s not uncommon to see certain health issues developing. We understand that this can be a worrying time for pet owners, with lots of questions. We are going to look at some of the most common conditions to affect senior dogs, and how you can best support your canine companion. What are the ‘senior years’ in dogs? In dogs, the senior years can vary greatly between different breeds and sizes. Giant breeds age faster and have a reduced lifespan compared to smaller dogs. This means that they may reach their senior years at around 6 or 7 years of age. By comparison, other smaller breeds may not be considered elderly until they are 10 years or older. Thinking about this can help you to manage your expectations about your pet’s long-term health and manage their needs accordingly. Common senior conditions Most senior pets will need care adjustments of some sort, usually diet and exercise-related, but if your dog develops a health condition then you may need to be even more proactive. Here are some of the most common senior conditions in canines and some tips on your pet’s care – Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis is a very common cause of stiffness and joint pain in older dogs. This is a progressive, degenerative disease that advances gradually. It occurs due to ageing or wear and tear, as well as underlying joint abnormalities. In affected animals, the cartilage (shock absorber) in the joint becomes worn away, causing inflammation and maybe... --- > Sadly, our kitties don’t stay young forever, and as old age creeps in, health concerns can too. Find out the most common conditions for older cats here. - Published: 2025-02-11 - Modified: 2025-03-11 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/cats-in-their-senior-years-supporting-common-conditions/ - Categories: Cats, Pain, Pets Sadly, our kitties don’t stay young forever, and as old age creeps in, health concerns can too. This can be a worrying time, with many cat owners unsure how best to support their pets. We are going to look at some of the most common conditions to affect our senior feline friends, and what pet owners can do to help. What are the ‘senior years’ in cats? Cats tend to be classed as seniors when they are between 11 and 14 years of age (and super seniors once over the age of 15! ). When working out what a cat would be in human years we use the following logic – The first 2 years of a cat’s life are equivalent to 24 human years, and every year thereafter is equivalent to 4 human years. This means that an 11-year-old cat is 60 in human years and a 14 -year-old cat would be 72 in human years. Simply working out their cat’s age in human terms helps some owners manage their expectations around their cat's health and think about their care needs accordingly. Common senior conditions Most senior pets will need care adjustments of some sort, usually diet and exercise-related, but if your cat develops a health condition then you may need to be even more proactive. Here are some of the most common senior conditions in felines and some tips on your pet’s care. Chronic kidney disease Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition that affects many senior cats.... --- > Christmas is probably the last time of year that anyone would choose to say goodbye to a beloved pet. Contact our care coordinators if you need any support. - Published: 2024-12-16 - Modified: 2024-12-16 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/saying-goodbye-to-a-pet-at-christmas/ - Categories: Cats, Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Dogs, Pet Euthanasia, Pet Loss, Pets Christmas is probably the last time of year that anyone would choose to say goodbye to a beloved pet. Unfortunately, pet illness and aging waits for no one, or no particular season, and our responsibility as pet owners, to give our beloved pets the best and most dignified end possible, does not diminish at this time of year either. If there is any consolation for an owner facing this decision, perhaps it is knowing that they can create a calm, cosy, loving environment for their pet, surrounded by loved ones, during a time when family members are visiting and hopefully, work and/or school commitments are reduced. As the whole world slows down a little bit for the festive season, perhaps it allows for the mind to concentrate on a pet’s needs more easily. We want you to know that our commitment to your pets remains as unwavering as ever over Christmas and New Year. We are here to provide the very same caring, professional, and warm service in which we specialise all year round. How can you help your pet? The familiarity and comfort of their own home is often the best place to say goodbye to a pet, to prevent upheaval and discomfort in their last moments. In the days, hours, even minutes leading up to the event, there are things an owner can do to ensure their pet is relaxed and comfortable. All the usual things: continuing with medications, favourite treats in abundance, warmth, support and care apply. Christmas... --- > IVDD, or Intervertebral Disc Disease, is the most common condition affecting dogs spines. Find out what is it, symptoms and life expectancy here. - Published: 2024-11-08 - Modified: 2024-11-08 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/intervertebral-disc-disease-ivdd-in-dogs-life-expectancy-symptoms-and-treatment/ - Categories: Dogs The spine is a vital part of a dog’s anatomy, just like it is in humans. It provides structure and strength to the body and protects the spinal cord – a bundle of nerves that runs through the centre of the spine, branching off to different parts of the body. Just like humans, dogs can also suffer from spinal problems, such as Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD), which can happen to any dog as they age, but some breeds are more prone to developing it. If your dog has been diagnosed with IVDD, or may be at risk from it, you may be worried about what the future holds for them, and what can be done to help. Let's look at IVDD in more detail. What is IVDD? IVDD is the most common spinal condition affecting dogs. The spine of dogs, similar to other mammals, is composed of hard, bony vertebrae separated by flexible, shock absorbing discs made from cartilage. Each disc has a fibrous outer ring with a softer gel-like centre. The spinal cord runs through a channel in the vertebrae above the discs. In IVDD, the disc degenerates and loses water, making it harder and less flexible¹. The disc then bulges upwards or ruptures and releases material that presses into the spinal cord causing pain, pressure, and weakness or even paralysis and loss of feeling. Sometimes IVDD is referred to as a slipped, herniated, bulging or ruptured disk. There are at least five recently recognised types of IVDD in... --- > Dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs is a condition where the heart ventricles become dilated and the ventricular walls become weaker. Find out more here. - Published: 2024-10-31 - Modified: 2024-10-31 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/dilated-cardiomyopathy-dcm-in-dogs-causes-symptoms-and-life-expectancy/ - Categories: Dogs The heart is a fascinating organ. On one hand, it is but a simple pump – synchronised contraction and relaxation enabling life-giving blood to travel around the body, again and again and again, potentially over 100 times a minute, for years or even decades. On the other hand, it is such a finely tuned machine that the slightest upset, irregularity or mere seconds of a loss of functionality, can end in death. So, when our pet is diagnosed with a heart condition, naturally we will feel anxious – how will it affect them? Will it cause them pain? Will death come sooner? The first thing to note is that heart disease is different from heart failure, and though in most cases, the former will inevitably lead to the latter, living a good life with heart disease is entirely possible. Within the general canine population, heart disease will affect around 10% of dogs. Dilated cardiomyopathy, or DCM, is the second most common type of heart disease in dogs in the UK, accounting for 21% of diagnosed cardiac cases (mitral valve disease is the most common, accounting for 49% of cases)¹. What causes DCM in dogs? Dilated cardiomyopathy is a condition where the ventricles of the heart become dilated and the ventricular walls become thinner and weaker, meaning the heart doesn’t contract as efficiently as it should. The definitive cause of DCM is still unknown, but nutrition, infection and genetics have all been implicated. Because the majority of patients with DCM are... --- > Glaucoma can affect your dog's quality of life. Find out about the condition and what you can do to help improve your dog's quality of life. - Published: 2024-10-22 - Modified: 2024-10-22 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/glaucoma-in-dogs-how-can-it-affect-their-quality-of-life/ - Categories: Dogs Glaucoma is a painful eye condition that can lead to blindness in affected dogs. It is complex and may occur for a number of different reasons. If your dog has glaucoma, it can be helpful to understand more about the condition and what the treatment involves. We’re going to explore glaucoma in more detail and the long-term outlook for affected pets. What is glaucoma? Glaucoma is a condition that can be seen in dogs, as well as people. Approximately 1 – 2 % of dogs are affected by glaucoma. It occurs when there is an increase in pressure within the globe (eyeball). This is due to an issue with the balance of fluid found there, with an imbalance between the amount fluid entering and the amount being drained from the eye. Normally, the production and drainage of fluid from the eye are well-controlled, to maintain a healthy and stable pressure. In glaucoma, a build-up of fluid occurs, and the intraocular pressure (pressure within the eye) rises. If this pressure remains elevated for an extended period, it can lead to enlargement of the eyeball and shifting of the lens within the eye. Damage to the optic nerve in the back of the eye also occurs, affecting vision. There are many different causes for glaucoma, but they can be split into two main types – Primary glaucoma Primary glaucoma occurs due to a problem with the eye’s drainage system. It is usually hereditary and so it is more common in certain breeds... --- > Adrenal gland cancer (pheochromocytoma) affects middle aged to older dogs. Find out the causes, symptoms and life expectance here. - Published: 2024-08-19 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/adrenal-gland-cancer-pheochromocytoma-in-dogs-causes-symptoms-life-expectancy/ - Categories: Dogs Pheochromocytoma is a term to describe a tumour that comes from the adrenal gland and secretes hormones. It can be challenging to diagnose, especially as they are considered uncommon in dogs. It may be a condition that you have never heard of until recently and you may have many questions regarding the condition and available treatments. Table of Contents What is Pheochromocytoma in Dogs What Causes Pheochromocytoma in Dogs? Early Symptoms of Pheochromocytoma in Dogs How to Diagnose pheochromocytoma in Dogs How is Pheochromocytoma in Dogs Treated? How Long Can Dogs Live with Pheochromocytoma What are the Warning Signs of Pheochromocytoma in Dogs? Making the Tough Decision: Should you put to sleep a dog with Pheochromocytoma? Caring at Home Gentle Euthanasia Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) What is Pheochromocytoma in Dogs? Pheochromocytoma is a tumour arising from the adrenal medulla (middle part of the adrenal glands) that secretes hormones (an endocrine tumour). The adrenal glands can be found on top of the kidney on each side of the body. Abnormal growth of a type of cells known as chromaffin cells causes the formation of a tumour. Unfortunately, these cells make hormones adrenaline and noradrenaline, which help to regulate functions in the body, and are involved in “fight or flight” reactions. It is a rare tumour in dogs but can be found incidentally. Unfortunately, it is a malignant tumour, which means it can spread elsewhere in the body with 20-40% of dogs having evidence of the tumour elsewhere in the body at... --- > Find out how long rabbits can live when cared for as domesticated pets. - Published: 2024-08-19 - Modified: 2024-10-21 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-long-do-rabbits-live/ - Categories: Other Pets, Pet Loss Thanks to advances in veterinary care, better husbandry, a better understanding of their needs, and other factors, pets today are living longer than they ever have before. And rabbits are no exception! Today we are going to find out the average lifespan of rabbits, what affects how long they live for, what ageing looks like, and the diseases associated with ageing, as well as how to ensure your pet rabbits enjoy their golden years comfortably. Table of Contents Lifespan of Rabbits Factors Influencing Rabbit Lifespan - What Makes Some Rabbits Live Longer Than Others How to Extend a Rabbit's Lifespan: What to do to help your rabbit live a long and happy life? Recognizing Signs of Ageing in Rabbits Common Health Issues Impacting Rabbit Lifespan Determining the Lifespan & Ensuring Quality of Life for Aging Rabbit Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Lifespan of Rabbits This question might not be as simple as it seems. There are several different species of rabbit, and within the common domesticated species, there are many different breeds. In the wild, many rabbits live to only one or two years old, with many falling prey to predators like foxes, badgers, or birds of prey; dying to disease or injury; or starving to death. This is partly why rabbits are such prolific breeders, to ensure there are always plenty of rabbits being born to make up for those that die young. One textbook claims the oldest known wild rabbit, in Australia, lived to 7. 6 years old. In... --- > Syncope is the medical term for fainting and although you may not realise it, some dogs suffer from it. Here is our thorough guide to syncope in dogs - Published: 2024-08-19 - Modified: 2024-10-21 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/syncope-fainting-in-dogs/ - Categories: Dogs Syncope is the medical term for fainting, and although commonly seen in people, you may not be aware that dogs can also suffer syncopal fainting. Syncope can be scary to witness but it can be helpful for owners to understand what is going on, so below is a thorough guide to syncope in dogs. What is Syncope in dogs? Yes, dogs can faint, just as people can. The actual process is the same – a short period of a loss of consciousness, often when there is a sudden but temporary reduction in blood supply to the brain. Once the dog regains consciousness, they will generally be back to normal nearly straight away. Recognising Syncope symptoms in dogs Often, there may not be any warning signs that your dog is about to faint. Sometimes, they may appear vacant or wobbly, before they collapse and go limp. They will be unconscious so will not respond to any stimuli such as touch or noise and they will generally be motionless and silent but still breathing. Occasionally, they can be rigid or vocalise and many will urinate or defaecate. What is the difference between a seizure and syncope? Although in both seizures and syncope, a dog will collapse suddenly, the two conditions are very different. A true seizure is often accompanied by movement of the collapsed dog such as twitching, jerking or paddling. They will often chomp their jaws and salivate profusely. They are not truly conscious and will not be able to be... --- > Pancreatitis in cats can be a challenging condition to manage and treat. Find out more about the condition here. - Published: 2024-08-19 - Modified: 2024-10-22 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pancreatitis-in-cats-causes-symptoms-warning-signs/ - Categories: Cats Pancreatitis in cats can be a challenging condition to manage and treat, and it can be life threatening if not addressed properly. It can often be seen alongside other conditions, making diagnosis more difficult. Prolonged hospital stays or daily medications may be required to help your cat improve. Watching your beloved cat become seriously unwell in a short space of time can be heartbreaking. Table of Contents What is Pancreatitis in Cats Symptoms of Pancreatitis in Cats Understanding the Difference Between Pancreatitis and Other Conditions Causes of Pancreatitis in Cats Cat Breeds Prone to Pancreatitis Diagnosing Pancreatitis in Cats Treatment for Pancreatitis in Cats Long-Term Management and Prognosis End-of-Life Considerations FAQs What is Pancreatitis in Cats Pancreatitis in cats is inflammation of the pancreas. The pancreas is a small organ in the abdomen near the small intestines with two main functions. Firstly, it produces hormones (Insulin and glucagon) which can cause diseases such as diabetes mellitus and, secondly, producing enzymes to help digestion. It can often be seen with liver and intestinal inflammation, known as triaditis (three organs affected). In feline pancreatitis, the enzymes assisting digestion can be released in the pancreas itself, causing inflammation and self-digestion of the pancreas. However, in cats there is no known trigger, and it often can occur spontaneously. Symptoms of Pancreatitis in Cats There can be a wide range of symptoms of pancreatitis in cats including vomiting, lethargy, decreased appetite, nausea, weight loss, diarrhoea and severe abdominal pain. In very severe cases death can... --- > Understanding degenerative myelopathy in dogs may help some people deal with the situation and understand when the time is right to say goodbye. - Published: 2024-08-19 - Modified: 2024-10-22 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/recognising-the-final-stages-of-degenerative-myelopathy-dm-in-dogs/ - Categories: Dogs Introduction For owners of dogs with chronic and debilitating conditions such as degenerative myelopathy, knowing that things are only going to get worse can cast a real shadow over family life. Understanding the disease process may help some people deal with the situation. For others, they may not wish to know the ins and outs. But no matter the approach, it is vital that all owners appreciate when the time has come, when euthanasia is the right option for their pet. Table of Contents What is Degenerative Myelopathy in dogs? Breeds Most Affected by Degenerative Myelopathy General Symptoms of Degenerative Myelopathy in Dogs Stages of Degenerative Myelopathy in Dogs Diagnosis Treatment Lifespan of Dogs with Degenerative Myelopathy Emergency Conditions & Complications Warning Signs of Advancing Degenerative Myelopathy in Dogs When should euthanasia be considered for a dog with Degenerative Myelopathy? FAQs What Is Degenerative Myelopathy in Dogs? Canine degenerative myelopathy (CDM or DM) was previously known as chronic degenerative radiculomyelopathy (CDRM) and is a progressive degenerative spinal cord disease which affects middle-aged to older dogs. It is an inherited condition and, although it is not painful, there is no cure, and it will eventually cause a severe and highly distressing paralysis, ultimately resulting in death. Breeds Most Affected by Degenerative Myelopathy Because degenerative myelopathy is a genetic condition, linked to a genetic mutation of the SOD-1 gene, it has a strong breed predilection, mainly for larger breed dogs. Degenerative myelopathy has been observed in more than 24 different breeds to... --- > Recognising the signs of diabetes in your dog may allow you to better recognise their quality of life. Find out about the signs of dog diabetes here. - Published: 2023-09-06 - Modified: 2023-11-13 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/recognizing-the-final-stages-of-canine-diabetes-signs-a-dog-with-diabetes-is-dying/ - Categories: Uncategorized One of the hardest parts of pet ownership is facing up to the fact that they don’t live forever. The death of a pet is a hugely emotive subject, especially as in many cases, it will be the owner’s decision to end that pet’s life. However, euthanasia means ‘good death’, and this is something we are hugely fortunate to be able to provide to them. The ability to prevent unnecessary suffering is a massive privilege but it is, and always will be, a hard decision to make. For pets living with a chronic condition such as diabetes, the end is very rarely clear-cut, meaning this decision can be even more difficult for their owners. Table of Contents What is diabetes in dogs? Symptoms of diabetes in dogs Diagnosis Canine diabetes treatment Lifespan of dogs with diabetes Emergency conditions & complications Signs of advancing diabetes in dogs - recognizing the final stages of canine diabetes When should euthanasia be considered for a dog with diabetes? What is diabetes in dogs? Many people are familiar with diabetes in humans, but it is also a relatively common condition in pets, affecting around 1 in 300 dogs¹. Canine diabetes closely resembles Type 1 diabetes in people, meaning it is caused by a deficiency in or loss of certain cells in the pancreas which produce the hormone insulin. Insulin is needed to trigger the absorption of glucose from the blood into the cells of the body to be used for energy. A lack of insulin... --- > Vestibular disease in dogs can be frightening to witness, and the onset can be rapid and dramatic. Learn more about the condition and your options here. - Published: 2023-08-09 - Modified: 2023-11-15 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/should-you-put-to-sleep-a-dog-with-vestibular-disease/ - Categories: Dogs Vestibular disease in dogs can be frightening to witness, and the onset can be rapid and dramatic. The condition often affects balance and makes dogs feel dizzy and sick. Your dog might suddenly collapse and be in great distress. The situation can feel hopeless, but things may not be as bad as they first appear. Read on to learn more about the condition, how it might be treated, and when it might be time to make the tough decision to put your dog to sleep. Table of Contents What is vestibular disease? What Causes Vestibular Disease in Dogs? Dog Breeds Prone to Vestibular Disease Vestibular Disease in Dogs – Symptoms How is Vestibular Disease in Dogs Diagnosed? Treatment Keeping Your Dog Comfortable How long can dogs live with vestibular disease Should you put to sleep a dog with vestibular disease? Caring at Home Gentle Euthanasia FAQs References and further reading What is Vestibular Disease in Dogs? The vestibular system is the biological apparatus that controls our dogs’ balance and movement. Sensors deep in the inner ear detect movements in the head in relation to the environment. The brain then processes this information and instructs the body to make tiny adjustments to maintain your dog’s balance. Vestibular disease or vestibular syndrome occurs when there is a problem in one of these two areas of balance control, the inner ear (peripheral vestibular disease) or the brain (central vestibular disease). Vestibular disease is seen regularly by vets, but its actual frequency in the... --- - Published: 2023-07-18 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/when-to-put-a-cat-with-fiv-to-sleep/ - Categories: Cats End-of-life care is a sensitive subject, and preparing for your cat’s final days can be daunting. But, with the right information and support, you can plan for a gentle goodbye in a comforting setting for you and your cat. Read on to learn more about FIV in cats and how to make that final decision. Table of Contents: What is Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)? How Common is FIV in Cats? Causes and Transmission of FIV Symptoms of FIV in Cats Diagnosing FIV in Cats Treatment Options for FIV How to Care for a Cat with FIV What is The Life Expectancy of a Cat with FIV Making the Decision: When to Put a Cat with FIV to Sleep? What are the Final Stages of FIV in Cats? Gentle Euthanasia for Cats with FIV What is Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)? Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) affects the immune system in cats – much like HIV in people, although these conditions cannot pass between humans and cats. The disease is life-long and is commonly transmitted in cat bites. FIV is a retrovirus that progresses slowly over time. Many cats can live with it and remain healthy for several years. Owners often don’t know their cat has FIV until they become unwell. The virus invades the white blood cells (lymphocytes) that your cat needs to fight disease and, in doing so, suppresses their immune response. This makes FIV cats more prone to infections and other conditions they eventually struggle to recover from. How Common... --- > Addison's Disease in dogs can be serious. Find out about the symptoms and treatment available here at Cloud 9 Vets. - Published: 2023-06-23 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/addisons-disease-in-dogs-causes-symptoms-and-treatment/ - Categories: Dogs As devoted dog owners, we’re always trying to give our canine companions the very best care and attention. However, like humans, dogs are susceptible to a range of ailments and illnesses. Among these is Addison's Disease, which can be frustrating, subtle, difficult to diagnose – and deadly. We will explore the nature of Addison's Disease, its symptoms, as well as potential treatment options. What is Addison's Disease in Dogs? Hypoadrenocorticism, commonly referred to as Addison's Disease, is a medical condition that arises when a dog's adrenal glands fail to generate adequate natural steroid hormones. These glands are responsible for producing vital hormones like aldosterone (which controls the body’s salt balance and blood pressure) and cortisol (the “stress hormone” that helps us cope with inflammation and difficult situations). Early Symptoms of Addison's Disease in Dogs The early symptoms of Addison's Disease in dogs can be subtle and easily mistaken for other health conditions. Early symptoms of Addison's Disease in dogs tend to wax and wane – getting better, getting worse, and never quite showing how serious the condition is. They include: Intermittent loss of appetite Episodes of vomiting and diarrhoea Sometimes, shivering, increased thirst and urination Rarely, hair loss along the flanks can occur in dogs, but this is much more common in Cushing’s Disease (too much steroid hormone) than in Addisons (too little). They are often initially misdiagnosed as a sensitive stomach, indigestion, or a low-grade bowel infection, or even intestinal parasites. These symptoms may reoccur on and off for... --- > Christmas is an exciting and busy time for many families, but not so much for pets. Find out how to help a senior pet through the festive period here. - Published: 2023-01-04 - Modified: 2023-11-15 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-to-help-our-senior-pets-through-the-busy-festive-period/ - Categories: Pets Christmas is an exciting and busy time for many families, with Christmas events to enjoy and family and friends to visit. However, our senior pets do not understand why their routine changes at Christmas, which can be disorientating for some pets. Fortunately, you can make your pet feel more comfortable by making a few small changes to your festive plans, allowing you to help your senior pet through the festive period. Maintain your pet’s routine over the festive period The Christmas season is a busy time of year with Christmas parties to attend and visitors to entertain, making it harder to follow our pet’s normal routine. For elderly pets, even small changes to their daily routine can be distressing. We can prevent our senior pets from becoming unsettled by keeping their routines as normal as possible. Steps to help keep your pet settled over Christmas: Try not to leave your pet alone at home for longer than they are used to. A family member may be happy to look after your pet while you are out. If not, pet sitters can be used to check on your pet if you need to leave them. Elderly dogs may also need to be let outside to the toilet more frequently. Keep feeding times regular. Elderly pets can become confused if their feeding times change so try to keep them at a consistent time. Regular feeding times may also be important if your pet is on any medication. Make sure you have enough... --- > If you have a pet who is in their more senior years, it is perfectly normal to worry a little about them. Here are some helpful tips to make them comfortable during winter. - Published: 2022-11-23 - Modified: 2023-11-15 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-to-keep-older-pets-comfortable-during-the-winter/ - Categories: Uncategorized If you have a pet who is in their more senior years, it is perfectly normal to worry a little about them. Are they warm enough? Are they comfortable? Are they eating enough? The winter months can be more trying for elderly pets: navigating inclement weather, cold floors and long dark nights, but there are some simple steps that all owners can take to help support their furry companions through this colder season. Let’s look at some ways we can help our golden oldies in the months ahead. Bring outdoor pets inside Pets shouldn’t be left outside during the winter months without shelter. If possible, bring them inside, or at least provide a warm and sheltered area. When you’re out and about, remember - cars can get very cold, and older dogs more easily get hypothermic if left in vehicles during the cold season. Provide extra warmth Senior pets are more susceptible to a chill, and cold can exacerbate joint conditions such as arthritis. Breeds with thinner coats will be more susceptible to cold, as will those pets with chronic health conditions. Cosy beds, extra blankets and even a pet jumper can all be utilised to keep pets warm. There are plenty of dog jackets and dog jumpers available for every breed, size, shape and style of pooch, which can be worn outdoors from weather protection or even indoors for extra warmth. Always allow your dog to investigate a dog jacket before wearing it, and try it on for short... --- > There are many reasons why your cat is sleeping more. Find out what it means in our article here from Cloud 9 Vets. - Published: 2022-10-19 - Modified: 2023-11-15 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/my-cat-is-sleeping-more-what-does-this-mean/ - Categories: Uncategorized As cats age, they may alter their routine. Many prefer to spend more time indoors sleeping than going outside in the cold. However, if a cat is sleeping more owners should not assume this is part of the normal ageing process. It can be a subtle sign of pain or an underlying illness. Signs of underlying illnesses Cats are stoic, so they will try and hide any signs of illness until conditions are advanced. To detect illnesses early, owners need to look for subtle changes in their cat’s behaviour that suggests their cat may be struggling. Common signs of illness, A behaviour change – This may be a subtle change in personality, such as spending less time outside, or may show as increased vocalisation or aggression. A change in appetite – This could be an increased or decreased appetite. Increased drinking – Cats can be private with their drinking habits, so this change can be difficult to detect. Often owners gradually realise they are filling up water bowls more frequently. Vomiting – There are many reasons why an elderly cat might start vomiting, so even if vomiting episodes are not that frequent, it is advisable to get your cat checked by your vet. A change in toileting habits – This may be seen as difficulty in urinating or passing faeces, diarrhoea or detecting blood in either urine or faeces. You may also find that your cat is having accidents outside the litter box. Weight loss – To pick up early... --- - Published: 2022-10-19 - Modified: 2023-11-15 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-can-we-help-our-older-pets-through-the-fireworks-season/ - Categories: Uncategorized Fireworks season can be a lot of fun for humans and brings some festivities into the dark winter months, but for our animal friends it can be a stressful time. You may find that their fears about fireworks and loud noises in general get worse as they get older and there are a few reasons for this. Cognitive decline can make them feel more anxious generally and this can be made worse by the loud noises and bright lights from firework displays. Poor eyesight or hearing can mean that they are startled more easily, whilst discomfort from arthritis may leave them feeling more unsettled generally. Luckily, there are plenty of things that you can do to help your older pet through this potentially tricky time of year. Firstly it’s important to be ready in advance and to start preparing a few weeks before the first fireworks are likely to begin. Consider setting up a safe space or den for your pet. This should be an area that they can retreat to when they feel worried. It should have familiar bedding and some favourite toys. Dogs may find a long lasting treat that they can chew on soothing. Ideally the area should be covered to create a dark cosy space for them. Stay nearby when they are in their safe space, but don’t force them to come in or out of it unless they wish to. Cats often prefer to choose their own place to feel safe and shouldn’t be restrained... --- > Find out how make your home more comfortable for your older pet. From simple changes and adjustments you can make. Find out more here. - Published: 2022-08-10 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-can-i-make-my-home-more-comfortable-for-my-older-pet/ - Categories: Cats, Dogs Home help for the aging pet As your pets get older you may consider how to make your home more comfortable for them as they age. They may have given you ten or more years of unconditional love, larks and frivolous laughter, probably asking for very little in return, except for a pat on the head and a place to lay their head at night. As your pet enters their twilight years, their needs are likely to change somewhat; they will require a slower pace of life, more attention to their comfort, and to their evolving mental and health needs. In view of this it time to think about how you can make your home more comfortable for your older pet. you can make small changes to their home environment, which in turn, will have big impacts on their quality of life. Consequently, we've got some great tips that will help you do just that! Heaven-sent slumberland Think supportive bedding here. Old bones and stiff joints appreciate soft, yet supportive padding, away from drafts which can worsen the effects of arthritis. In addition, orthopaedic and foam mattresses are readily available for cats and dogs and they can really help put the spring back in their step. Bolthole breakaways Creating hidey holes away from other, younger, more boisterous pets (and even children) allows the older animal a little down time that they will likely desire. Let them recharge their batteries in peace, and re-join the fun in their own time, for... --- - Published: 2022-07-27 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/looking-after-senior-pets-part-2/ - Categories: Cats, Dogs, Pets In this blog, we will continue to explore caring for our senior pets and what we can do to help them live their lives to the fullest. We will cover more of the conditions that can affect older cats and dogs, as well as ways we can monitor our pets’ health and continue to support them as they reach their twilight years. Thyroid disease The thyroid glands sit in the neck, either side of the windpipe. They help to run the body’s metabolism by producing hormones, basically controlling the rate at which cells within the body work. This will therefore dictate energy levels, appetite, even heart rate and intestinal motility. They are controlled by the pituitary gland in the brain. Disease of these glands is very common in our older patients. The thyroid gland can become both overactive (hyperthyroidism) and underactive (hypothyroidism). Hyperthyroidism What is it? Cats tend to be affected by hyperthyroidism, where the thyroid gland produces more hormones which makes cells work at a faster rate. Common signs of this condition include: Weight loss Increased appetite (even vocalising for food) Increased thirst Increased urination Enlarged thyroid gland Hyperactivity Vomiting Diarrhoea Most cases are caused by a benign mass in the gland, but in rare cases it can be caused by metastatic cancer. What can we do? If you notice any of these signs, seek veterinary advice. The first step will be to run a blood test, to check thyroid hormone levels. A diagnosis can usually be made from... --- - Published: 2022-07-13 - Modified: 2023-11-15 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/looking-after-senior-pets-part-one-of-a-2-part-guide/ - Categories: Cats, Dogs It is inevitable that our furry friends will get older, and we all want to look after them the best we can. Given the average lifespan of a dog is 12 years old, and cats around 13, it is very likely that older animals will require veterinary attention. This blog will cover some of the most common conditions that affect our senior pets and how we can best help those animals that suffer with them. Osteoarthritis What is it? Osteoarthritis is a painful condition of the joints, also known as degenerative joint disease. It has been estimated to affect around 1 in 5 dogs and cats in the UK and, while it can affect pets of any age, it is far more prevalent in the senior population, generally due to wear-and-tear of the joints over the years. It is particularly common in the hips, elbows and shoulders. Some breeds of dog, such as Labradors, golden retrievers and German shepherds, will be far more pre-disposed to the condition. You may notice that your pet is ‘slowing down’ - dogs may be slower on walks, and cats may not want to jump as much as they did before. They may also limp or seem stiff. What can we do? Looking after an animal with arthritis generally involves good management of the disease to slow down progression – unfortunately, it cannot be cured. Consider the following: Alter their exercise regime à start taking your dog on shorter walks and continue to monitor how... --- > There are sadly many different forms of cancer that can affect dogs. Some are more serious than others, but cancer is still a huge health concern for many pet owners. - Published: 2022-06-29 - Modified: 2023-11-15 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/does-my-dog-have-cancer/ - Categories: Uncategorized There are sadly many different forms of cancer that can affect dogs. Some are more serious than others, but cancer is still a huge health concern for many pet owners. If you think your dog might have cancer, it is always best to book an appointment with your vet. This article helps to explain about the many forms of cancer, what to look for, and how they might be treated. What is cancer? Cancer is when cells in the body begin to multiply uncontrollably, which in most cases causes tumours to be formed, which can cause damage to nearby structures. These abnormal cells can spread around the body, causing more widespread problems. Tumours tend to be split into two types: malignant or benign. Malignant tumours grow quickly, spread around the body, and cause harm. These are sometimes called ‘cancerous tumours’. Benign lumps are slowly growing, don’t spread and don’t cause harm to the body. They are only a problem if they grow large enough to cause a physical problem for your dog. Types of cancer Some types of cancer can be seen or felt from the outside, such as skin cancers and mammary (breast) cancer. Others, such as intestinal or liver cancers, are found internally. Remember, even if you find a lump on your dog, not all are malignant. Common cancers in dogs can affect the skin, immune system, intestines, liver, lungs, uterus, bladder, bone, mammary tissue and kidneys. Signs and Symptoms We all want our dogs to remain healthy... --- - Published: 2022-05-18 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-do-i-know-if-my-pet-has-a-good-quality-of-life/ - Categories: Cats, Dogs Thinking about the quality of life of our pets if they are nearing the end is an incredibly hard. For many reasons it can be a emotional time. Euthanasia is described as a ‘gentle and easy death’ and is something all pet owners will have to face at some point. If you have a poorly pet, or an older pet, this article can help you assess your pet’s quality of life. Assessing Your pet's quality of life When assessing quality of life, it’s important to remember that pets live in the moment, rather than thinking about the future. Their brains work a differently from humans. We have the ability to understand what is happening and whether we will get better or not. Whereas pets rely on us to make that call for them. Many people feel that deciding to euthanise their pet is the last kind thing they're able to do for them. How do you feel about your pet's condition? The first thing to consider is how do you feel about your pet’s current condition? Are you often worried about them, or feel like something isn’t right? Take time to consider whether you are delaying a decision because it is too upsetting to consider losing your pet. Anticipatory grief is real and it’s completely normal to put off things that we know will be upsetting or difficult. Your pet's health status Next, consider your pet’s health status. Do they have an incurable condition or are they terminally ill? Some... --- > Finding out how to care for your senior pets can improve their quality of life overall. Find out our recommendations here. - Published: 2022-04-06 - Modified: 2023-11-15 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-to-care-for-your-senior-pets/ - Categories: Dogs We all wish for a long and happy life for our pets and as your pets get older you may ask 'how do you care for senior pets'. Thankfully, with better homecare, nutrition and veterinary medicine, pets are living longer than ever. There are some considerations for owners of our more elderly companions to help them live full, rich lives for as long as possible. What age is considered ‘senior’? Knowing when your pet is reaching their senior years is important to ensure you can provide the best care for them. Our golden oldies may need more support in their older years and may need some lifestyle changes. The International Society for Feline Medicine (ISFM) classifies a cat as being ‘senior’ once they reach the age of 11 and grants the excellent status of ‘super senior’ to those over 15 years. Calculating when a dog becomes a senior is more complicated. The main consideration is size: small dogs generally live longer than large ones. Breed and lifestyle also play their roles. In general, small dogs become senior when they reach 9-10 years, medium sized dogs when they are 7-8 years, and large or giant breed dogs when they are just 5-6 years. What happens to pets as they get older? The ageing process is a gradual and natural one, but it comes with some challenges for our furry companions. They become more vulnerable to certain illnesses, and their immune system declines. Their senses of smell, taste, hearing and vision may... --- - Published: 2022-03-16 - Modified: 2023-11-15 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/kidney-disease-in-dogs/ - Categories: Dogs Introduction The kidneys are some of the most vital organs in our dogs’ bodies. They constantly filter our dogs’ blood, removing toxins and making sure that the balance of electrolytes and other vital substances is kept at just the right level. Sadly, there are many different reasons why our dog’s kidneys stop working as well as they should. The most common cause is an age-related degeneration in the kidney, which slowly worsens over time. Other examples of illnesses that can lead to kidney problems include kidney stones, certain infections (such as Lyme disease or Leishmania), cancer, or even a genetic issue with the kidneys in young dogs. “Kidney Disease” is the general name for the changes that happen when the kidneys stop working properly. What are the symptoms of kidney disease in dogs? There are many different symptoms that can be seen with kidney disease. These include: Drinking more Urinating more Quietness (lethargy) Weight loss Eating less Vomiting Loose stools OR constipation In the early stages, the symptoms may come and go and are often mild. In more advanced kidney disease, the symptoms may be present most or all of the time and may be more severe. How would my vet diagnose my dog with kidney disease? If your dog is showing any signs of kidney disease, then your vet will need to examine them thoroughly. This will include feeling around their kidneys for any changes in size or shape. However, kidney problems cannot be diagnosed just by examining a... --- > Anyone who has owned an older dog will ask, 'Why is my big dog weak'. As a et owner you know they do tend to slow down as they get older. - Published: 2022-03-09 - Modified: 2023-11-15 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/my-big-dog-is-getting-weak-on-his-back-legs-what-should-i-do/ - Categories: Uncategorized Introduction Anyone who has owned an older dog will know that they do tend to slow down and become weaker as they get older. Sometimes this can be part of the natural maturing process – with age comes wisdom, or at least a bit of common sense. But sometimes this can be a sign of problems under the surface – especially if they appear to be stiff or weak, too. Symptoms like this should always prompt a trip to the vets for a check-up. Happily, many dogs with stiffness or weakness can be successfully treated, but some more serious conditions can cause these signs, too. Why Is My Dog Weak? To understand how to do the best for our dogs, we must first work out why they are weak on their back legs. There are many different illnesses that can cause this, and many different treatments for each illness, so it is important for a vet to diagnose and help you to manage your dog’s condition. Weakness From Pain One of the most common reasons why older dogs become weak on their back legs is pain. Arthritis is extremely common in older dogs, especially large-breed ones, but it can be difficult to spot in the early stages. If your dog has arthritis in the spine and/or hips, then this will cause them to become slower to rise due to pain and stiffness. They will also use their back legs less, leading to loss of muscle and weakness in the area.... --- > When your cat’s eyes watering this could be a simple cold. Or something more serious. Discover Types Of Cat Eye Discharge And What They Mean - Published: 2022-02-25 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/types-of-cat-eye-discharge-and-what-they-mean/ - Categories: Cats - Tags: cat ageing, Pet Care, quality of life Types Of Cat Eye Discharge And What They Mean. Healthy cat’s eyes are bright and clear. The pupils should be about the same size, with the surrounding area a pure white. Also, the eyelid should be a healthy shade of pink. When your cat starts rubbing their eyes with paws, or against the furniture, it’s an indication that something is wrong. Accompanied by cat’s eyes watering this could be a simple cold. Or something more serious. Look at the types of cat eye discharge and what they mean here... Common Symptoms of Cat Eye Discharge Cat eye-watering may occur on its own. Or may happen at the same time as other symptoms. The discharge can vary in frequency and consistency, and may appear as: Excessive wetness around the tear area Red and swollen eyes that are extremely sore looking Thin and watery or thick and mucus-like substance around the eyes Eye edges having crusty formations pointing to dried discharge Safely Removing Cat Eye Discharge Before visiting the vet, you can keep your cat comfortable by dipping a cotton wool ball in water and wiping away the discharge from the inner corner of the eye outward. Use a clean ball for each eye. When Vet Help is Needed A cat weeping eye could be due to blocked tear ducts – when cat eye discharge will be brown – allergies, or something more sinister. You’ll need to take your cat to see your vet if: The eye discharge carries on for more... --- > Knowing when to say goodbye before your cat's quality of life deteriorates is crucial. This article indicates the signs your cat is dying. - Published: 2022-02-22 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/signs-your-cat-is-dying/ - Categories: Cats, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: cat ageing, cat euthanasia, coping with the loss of a pet Witnessing your feline friend reach the end of their life is heart-breaking for any cat lover. However, you'll inevitably have to go through this experience as your cat gets older. Knowing when to say goodbye at a time before your cat's quality of life has deteriorated too much is crucial. Therefore, we have constructed this short article to indicate the signs your cat is dying. By the time you have read this article, you should have details of older cats' complications. Also, we hope to give you an understanding of when might be the best stage to say goodbye. Common Illness In Senior Cats With ageing, your cat will experience more frequent illness and an overall health decline. Much of this deterioration comes from old age. However, your cat may also suffer from certain chronic diseases or conditions, including the following: Cancer Cardiac disease Kidney disease Liver disease Signs Your Cat Is Dying Regardless of the illness or disease causing your cat's health decline, there are certain signs you should look out for. These signs will indicate when it may be a good time to consider gentle and compassionate pet euthanasia at home. Reduced appetite. Severe weight loss. Extreme lethargy. Frequent vomiting and diarrhoea. Significant changes in mental behaviour. Prolonging Your Cat's Life You must understand you'll have to say goodbye to your cat eventually. However, there are ways to prolong your cat's life, so long as they continue to have a reasonable quality of life. Whether your cat is... --- > When to consider euthanisation for your dog with Cushing's disease is a hard decision to come to. Speak to our care coordinators to discuss your options. - Published: 2022-02-19 - Modified: 2024-12-05 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/when-to-euthanise-a-dog-with-cushings-disease/ - Categories: Dogs - Tags: End Of Life Care For Pets, pet euthanasia, signs to put dog to sleep When it comes to putting a beloved dog to sleep due to Cushing's disease, the vet caring for your pet should be able to help you assess the situation. The decision primarily rests with the pet owner. Cushing's is an incurable condition in dogs. The best time to euthanise a dog with Cushing’s disease will depend on how advanced the disease is, as well as other factors such as quality of life, the extent of suffering, and the cost of ongoing treatment. However, it is typically suggested that a dog should only be put down if their quality of life has declined to an unacceptable level. Here we explain what Cushing’s disease in dogs is, and what happens when left untreated. We’ll also cover when to euthanize a dog with Cushing’s disease. TABLE OF CONTENT First, What is Cushing’s disease? Dog breeds prone to Cushing's disease Is my dog in pain? Cushing’s Disease in Your Dog - Forms Symptoms of Cushing's Disease in Dogs Is Cushing's the same as diabetes in dogs? Diagnosing Cushing's Disease in Dogs What treatments are available? What happens when you leave Cushing’s untreated? How long does a dog live with Cushing’s Disease? Final Stages of Cushing’s in Dogs When to put a dog down with Cushing’s Disease? Get Professional Help and Support First, What is Cushing’s disease? Also known as hyperadrenocorticism this disease is caused by a benign tumour located in the pituitary gland. The hormone secreted by the pituitary gland informs all other glands... --- > Please check out our latest YouTube video about Dog Kidney Disease Symptoms. We hope you enjoy it, and please Like, Share, and Subscribe. - Published: 2022-02-08 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/dog-kidney-disease-symptoms/ - Categories: Dogs, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: Chronic Kidney Disease in Dogs, dog euthanasia Please check out our latest YouTube video about Dog Kidney Disease Symptoms. We hope that you find this video informative and helpful, please do subscribe if you would like to see further educational videos https://youtu. be/4asODTeyJyg When your dog's kidney fails, it cannot carry out its normal functions. Dog Kidney failure occurs in two ways; acute kidney failure, and chronic kidney failure. Dog Kidney Disease can be a devastating condition for your pet. However, if you can recognise it early enough, you may be able to take action to minimise the impact. Therefore, it's crucial for you to understand the symptoms which include the following: Blood in their urine. Pale gums. Weight loss Loss of appetite. Increased or decreased drinking. Increased or decreased drinking urination. Mouth ulcers. Vomiting. Lack of coordination. Chemically smelling breath. Increased lethargy. Intestinal seizures. This short video outlines the dog kidney disease symptoms. Please check out our latest YouTube video. We hope that you find this video informative and helpful, please do subscribe if you would like to see further educational videos If you have any queries regarding dog kidney failure, you should contact your local vet. The important thing to remember is that your dog's quality of life is the crucial aspect of any treatment they undergo. In the devastating situation in which you face having to put your pet to sleep, Cloud 9 Vets can help you through this challenging time with respect, compassion, and in your home environment. --- > When you have a heart-breaking decision to make about putting your dog to sleep your vet is there to help. When To Put Your Dog Down Checklist - Published: 2022-01-28 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/when-to-put-your-dog-down-checklist/ - Categories: Dogs, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: Dog ageing, pet euthanasia, quality of life, signs to put dog to sleep When is the right time to put your dog to sleep? When you have a heart-breaking decision to make about putting your dog to sleep your vet is there to help. It’s important to plan the end-of-life treatment in advance – then you can be sure you’re meeting your dog’s needs and maintaining a good daily lifestyle. There are lots of questions you’ll need to ask – and get answers that remove guilt and anxiety. Here’s a when to put your dog down checklist to guide you... When is the Right Time to Put Your Dog to Sleep? Some of the common reasons to put your dog down include advanced age, terminal illness, intractable pain etc. There are some situations when putting a dog down is the only solution – and most of these reasons include when your dog is: Critically injured and won’t be able to survive In chronic pain that can’t be managed Just existing rather than enjoying a quality of life Very old and struggling You’ll need to discuss the following difficult situations with your vet when: Chronic pain can be relieved with medication or treatment A terminal illness is diagnosed but symptoms aren’t apparent Drinking and appetite are reducing with incontinence increasing Visits to the vets are regular and filled with anxiety and stress How to Calculate Quality of Life Your vet may advise you to use a quality of life scale for dogs known as HHHHMM that helps you assess the following factors – all... --- > Let’s start by with the technical term for cat eye discharge. This condition is called Epiphora, and it is a symptom rather than a disease. - Published: 2022-01-28 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/cat-eye-discharge/ - Categories: Cats - Tags: Pet Care, pet wellbeing Let’s start by getting the technical term for cat eye discharge. This condition is called Epiphora, and it is a symptom rather than a disease. You might well have noticed cat eye discharge in your feline friend. Therefore, this article aims to tell you more about this condition and what it means for your card. What is Epiphora? Normally, your cat’s eyes are covered with a thin layer of tears for lubrication. Epiphora Is the term used to describe when this layer overflows excessively. When they overflow, the tears drain into nasolacrimal ducts, also known as tear ducts. These ducts are situated in the corner of your cat's eyes near its nose. If your cat's tears are draining insufficiently, Epiphora develops. Drainage may be hindered for a number of reasons. One of the most common is poor eyelid movement because of a deformity. It can also occur due to the nasolacrimal ducts becoming blocked. Another reason could be because your cat is producing excessive tears. How can you spot Epiphora? An obvious sign of cat eye discharge is evidence of wetness or dampness below the eyes. If this persists, you will notice your cat’s fur turning a reddish brown colour. Without treatment, this will develop, producing an odour and skin irritation. In some cases, this irritation can deteriorate and become a skin infection. Many cat owners report their pet’s face constantly being damp. In some cases, their cats have tears rolling down their faces. How can you diagnose Epiphora? Your... --- > If you are concerned about the risk of kidney failure in your dog, or dog kidney disease, you should ask your local London vet. - Published: 2022-01-10 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/local-london-vet/ - Categories: Dogs - Tags: Chronic Kidney Disease in Dogs, Dog ageing, quality of life, Renal Failure Another term for kidney disease in dogs is renal failure. If you are concerned about the risk of kidney failure in your dog, you should ask your local London vet. When we talk with dog owners and vets from the city, a common ailment that comes up is how renal failure affects London’s dogs. The reassuring news is that dog renal failure is not down to geographical area. However, if you have any concerns, you should consult your local London vet. However, to help you understand the basics of canine kidney failure, we’ve produced this brief article. Here, you will get an idea of what causes canine renal failure, its symptoms, how it can be treated, and what you can do to help prevent it. What is Kidney Disease in Dogs? A kidney serves various functions, including eliminating toxins, maintaining electrolyte balance, regulating hydration, releasing blood-cell-producing hormones. When a kidney fails, it cannot carry out these functions. Kidney failure occurs in two ways; acute kidney failure, and chronic kidney failure. What is Acute Dog Kidney Failure? Acute kidney failure occurs when your dog’s kidney fails suddenly. It can come on in a matter of days, or even hours. Acute kidney failure in dogs generally occurs as a result of an infection or toxins. Chronic Dog Kidney failure When your dog’s kidney fails gradually over months or years, the condition is called chronic kidney failure. Degeneration through old age is the usual cause of chronic kidney failure. A kidney has a... --- > Saying goodbye to an animal member of your family is almost impossible. You may ask - How long does it take for a dog to be put to sleep? - Published: 2022-01-09 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-dog-to-be-put-to-sleep/ - Categories: Dogs, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: coping with the loss of a pet, dog euthanasia, how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia "How long does it take for a dog to be put to sleep," is a question we often receive. Saying goodbye to an animal member of your family is almost impossible. This stays the same even when you know that poor health, age or a disability make your pet's daily life one of constant suffering. For most people, the answers to questions such as how will it happen and how long does it take for a dog to be put to sleep are unknowns. And the unknown can be a scary thing. Here you will find a little more about how putting a dog down or putting a dog to sleep happens. The hope is that more information can lead to more peace of mind for you. By knowing a little about how it happens - most importantly that there is no pain whatsoever - you and your family can start to come to terms with the situation and what it means for you and your beloved pet. Preparation Take as long as you need to prepare yourself and your family both physically and mentally to say goodbye to your pet. You might wish to consider answering some important questions: Whether you want to say goodbye at home - some vets do not offer in-home pet euthanasia, so you might need to search around Decide who out of your family is going to be present, if anyone, to offer your pet support during their treatment Consider how to explain the... --- > Cloud 9 Vets will try every other option available before considering your dog must have euthanasia due to aggressive behaviour - Published: 2022-01-07 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/euthanasia-due-to-aggressive-behaviour/ - Categories: Dogs, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: dog euthanasia, how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia Euthanising a healthy dog is one of the hardest things a dog lover has to face. However, it is one of the options people request for dogs with behavioural problems. For the owner these can be emotional, frustrating, and financially taxing when trying to find a way to solve them. Euthanasia due to aggressive behaviour may be a solution... Euthanasia Due To Aggressive Behaviour - The Options Controlling a behavioural issue is never going to be easy so you’ll need to evaluate the options: Continue to live with the problem Rehome your pet to a more suitable environment Rehabilitate your pet to an acceptable standard of behaviour Consider putting your pet to sleep Serious behavioural problems There are some types of aggression that are almost impossible to treat and human safety always has to come first. Some dogs have deeply engrained and violent aggression to other animals as well as people, and this makes the risk of attack and savagery very real. Other behavioural issues include constant howling and barking, destructive chewing, and toileting issues. These can all impact on the mental health of owners and have to be taken seriously. Vets will try every other option before considering euthanasia – any aggressive dog should have extensive medical tests to make sure that pain or illness isn’t causing the behaviour. You cannot solve many problems in a single visit – particularly when the problems are aggression and anxiety. If the owner is frightened of the pet this makes the success... --- > If you are concerned about the risk of kidney failure in your dog, you should ask your local Manchester vet - Cloud 9 Vets. - Published: 2022-01-07 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/local-manchester-vet/ - Categories: Dogs, Uncategorized - Tags: Chronic Kidney Disease in Dogs, pet wellbeing, Renal Failure Another term for kidney failure in dogs is renal failure. If you are concerned about the risk of kidney failure in your dog, you should ask your local Manchester vet. When we talk with dog owners and vets from the city, a common ailment that comes up is how renal failure affects Manchester’s dogs. The reassuring news is that dog renal failure is not down to geographical area. However, if you have any concerns, you should consult your local Manchester vet. However, to help you understand the basics of canine kidney failure, we’ve produced this brief article. Here, you will get an idea of what causes canine renal failure, its symptoms, how it can be treated, and what you can do to help prevent it. What is Kidney failure in Dogs? A kidney serves various functions, including eliminating toxins, maintaining electrolyte balance, regulating hydration, releasing blood-cell-producing hormones. When a kidney fails, it cannot carry out these functions. Kidney failure occurs in two ways; acute kidney failure, and chronic kidney failure. What is Acute Kidney Failure? Acute kidney failure occurs when your dog’s kidney fails suddenly. It can come on in a matter of days, or even hours. Acute kidney failure in dogs generally occurs as a result of an infection or toxins. What is Chronic Kidney Failure? When your dog’s kidney fails gradually over months or years, the condition is called chronic kidney failure. Degeneration through old age is the usual cause of chronic kidney failure. A kidney has a... --- > Losing a pet can make your life feel incredibly empty. To help you overcome this, here are 10 Tips On Coping With Unexpected Pet Loss. - Published: 2022-01-06 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/10-tips-on-coping-with-unexpected-pet-loss/ - Categories: Cats, Dogs, Other Pets, Pet Bereavement - Tags: coping with the loss of a pet, how to cope with putting a dog down, Pet bereavement Losing a pet can make your life feel incredibly empty – the feelings of despair and loneliness can be quite overwhelming. If you’ve had to euthanise your pet you may even feel a strong sense of self-doubt and guilt. These feelings are all normal at this traumatic time. Here are 10 Tips On Coping With Unexpected Pet Loss. 1. Making the decision to euthanise You and your vet will come to the decision to gently put your pet to sleep at the right time. If your pet is in constant pain or undergoing stressful treatment, has problems with bodily functions, and is unresponsive to affection – not enjoying life at all, you’ll know this is probably the best choice. Ending suffering is the final act of love you can make for your pet. 2. Telling the children You’ll need to be honest with your children – giving them as much information you think they can cope with about death. Don’t assume that your children are too young or too old to grieve. They’ll be sad and cry just like you will – discuss with young children how your pet will not be coming back and then you can all work though the grieving process in your own time. 3. Staying with your pet Gentle at home cat euthanasia and dog euthanasia means that you can stay with your pet during the final moments. Your pet will end his life in familiar surroundings with the people he loves. This is not... --- > If you are concerned about the risk of kidney failure in your dog, you should ask your local Liverpool vet. - Published: 2022-01-06 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/local-liverpool-vet/ - Categories: Dogs, Uncategorized - Tags: Chronic Kidney Disease in Dogs, Dog ageing, Is My Dog In Pain Another term for kidney failure in dogs is renal failure. If you are concerned about the risk of kidney failure in your dog, you should ask your local Liverpool vet. However, to help you understand the basics of canine kidney failure, we’ve produced this brief article. Here, you will get an idea of what causes canine renal failure, its symptoms, how it can be treated, and what you can do to help prevent it. What is Kidney Disease in Dogs? A kidney serves various functions, including eliminating toxins, maintaining electrolyte balance, regulating hydration, releasing blood-cell-producing hormones. When a kidney fails, it cannot carry out these functions. Kidney failure occurs in two ways; acute kidney failure, and chronic kidney failure. What is Acute Kidney Disease? Acute kidney failure occurs when your dog’s kidney fails suddenly. It can come on in a matter of days, or even hours. Acute kidney disease in dogs generally occurs as a result of an infection or toxins. Chronic Kidney Disease When your dog’s kidney fails gradually over months or years, the condition is called chronic kidney disease. Degeneration through old age is the usual cause of chronic kidney failure. A kidney has a natural lifespan, and some dogs’ kidneys will deteriorate sooner than others. One of the main differences between chronic and acute kidney failure in dogs is your ability to treat the conditions. If you treat it aggressively and early enough, acute kidney failure can be reversed. However, chronic kidney disease can only be managed.... --- > Canine renal failure is not down to geographical area. However, if you have any concerns, you should consult vets in Glasgow area. - Published: 2021-12-22 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/vets-in-glasgow-area/ - Categories: Dogs - Tags: Chronic Kidney Disease in Dogs, Dog ageing, dog euthanasia When we talk with dog owners and vets from the city, a common ailment that comes up is how renal failure affects Glasgow’s dogs. The reassuring news is that dog renal failure is not down to geographical area. However, if you have any concerns, you should consult vets in Glasgow area. Of course, this does not take away anything from the severity of renal failure in dogs from Glasgow or any other area. This article aims to give you a brief insight into how renal failure affects dogs. What is canine renal failure? Renal failure can affect dogs at any age and presents as an acute or chronic condition. The symptoms of either condition or similar, but the long-term effects can vary significantly. The underlying cause of your dog's renal failure will influence the long-term prognosis. Symptoms of canine renal failure. In the case of you being a dog owner in Glasgow, and you suspect your dog might have canine renal failure, you should consult your local Cloud 9 vet. However, it is good for you to understand the symptoms, which include the following: Loss of appetite. Bad breath. Increased drinking. Weight loss. Vomiting. Lethargy. Increased urination. With acute kidney failure, symptoms can present suddenly and with severity. As well well as those mentioned above, acute renal failure also so as the following symptoms: Depression. Weakness. Abdominal pain. Disorientation. Seizures. Blindness. Pale gums. Causes of renal failure in dogs. As previously mentioned, renal failure in dogs presents as either an... --- > There may come a time to make difficult decision to keep your pet from suffering. You should consider the Cost Of Putting A Dog To Sleep - Published: 2021-12-21 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/the-cost-of-putting-a-dog-to-sleep/ - Categories: Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Dogs - Tags: dog euthanasia, how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia The Cost Of Putting A Dog To Sleep. You can’t put a price on the love and affection your dog constantly gives you. And the thought of being without your best friend doesn’t bear thinking about. But there may come a time when you have to make incredibly difficult decisions to keep your pet from suffering if he becomes unwell. Planning for difficult times makes those days easier. So knowing the cost of putting a dog to sleep and all the additional fees beforehand can really help: At-Home Dog Euthanasia Services Cost - 2023 You’ll be able to get no-obligation advice from care coordinators at trusted Vets At-Home services such as Cloud 9 Vets. The euthanasia procedure will be slowly explained so you know how it works and what to expect. The gentle two-injection process ensures your dog won’t feel anything except a small pinprick before peacefully drifting off to sleep. This is how much dog euthanasia at home can cost - prices are provided by Cloud 9 Vets for guidance: Small Toy Dogs: up to 10kg Small breeds of dogs are often called toy dogs or lap dogs and weighing up to 10 kg, including Chihuahua, Pomeranian, Papillon, Bichon Frise, Pug, Shih Tzu, Yorkshire Terrier, Toy Poodle or Pekingese. At-home gentle euthanasia for small toy dogs prices start from £279 – this price is determined by your pet’s weight and breed. Small Dogs: 11-20kg Breeds of small dog might include: Poodle, Beagle, Yorkshire Terrier, King Charles Spaniel, French Bulldog,... --- > Canine kidney disease is not influenced by geographical area. However, if you have any concerns, consult your local Bristol vet. - Published: 2021-12-17 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-kidney-disease-affects-dogs-ask-your-local-bristol-vet/ - Categories: Dogs - Tags: Dog ageing, Dogs in pain, how to cope with putting a dog down When we speak with dog owners and vets from the city, one of the most common ailments that come up is how kidney disease affects dogs in Bristol. The reassuring news is that canine kidney disease is not influenced by geographical area. However, if you have any concerns, consult your local Bristol vet. Of course, this does not take away anything from the severity of kidney disease in dogs from Bristol or any other area. This article aims to give you a brief insight into how kidney disease affects dogs. What is canine kidney disease? Kidney disease can affect dogs at any age and presents as an acute or chronic condition. The symptoms of either condition or similar, but the long-term effects can vary significantly. The underlying cause of your dog's kidney disease will influence the long-term prognosis. Symptoms of canine kidney disease. In the case of you being a dog owner in Bristol, and you suspect your dog might have canine kidney disease, you should consult your local Cloud 9 vet. However, it is good for you to understand the symptoms, which include the following: Loss of appetite. Bad breath. Increased drinking. Weight loss. Vomiting. Lethargy. Increased urination. With acute kidney failure, symptoms can present suddenly and with severity. As well well as those mentioned above, acute kidney disease also so as the following symptoms: Depression. Weakness. Abdominal pain. Disorientation. Seizures. Blindness. Pale gums. Causes of kidney disease in dogs. As previously mentioned, kidney disease in dogs presents as... --- > Maybe there are times when you simply can't imagine life without your canine friend. You say "My dog has cancer. What should I do?" - Published: 2021-12-07 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/my-dog-has-cancer-what-should-i-do/ - Categories: Dogs, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: Dog Cancer, how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia My dog has cancer - what should I do? The minute a dog enters your life, you instantly fall in love. Maybe there are even times where you simply can't imagine life without it. You imagine them standing or sitting obediently by your side, never to leave. It is man's best friend after all and let's face it, your best friend would never leave you, right? Unfortunately, there may come a day when your dog for life begins to fall subject to a terminal and insidious condition that we humans know as cancer. The main symptom is pain, but if the pain is not obvious then cancer is not something an unassuming owner would suspect the dog to have. Aside from pain, the dog may show signs of nausea, loss of enthusiasm and human engagement, loss of appetite, loss of normal body functions, chronic fatigue, stress, boredom and low self-esteem. The most important thing to do when you notice that your dog may be suffering from the aforementioned symptoms is to take it to the vet and get it properly diagnosed. There is an agonising question, which no dog owner should ever have to ask themselves, but which one day might creep up on you. What if, one day, you find yourself saying 'my dog has cancer, when do I put him down? ' My dog has cancer - what should I do? Ultimately it boils down to a personal choice for each pet owner. As an owner we know... --- > If your dog has enjoyed a long, healthy and happy life, you both have been blessed. In this article to find out when to put a dog to sleep. - Published: 2021-11-30 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/when-to-put-a-dog-to-sleep/ - Categories: Dogs, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: dog euthanasia, pet euthanasia When to put a dog to sleep? If your dog has enjoyed a long, healthy and happy life, both you and he have been blessed. Sadly, even a long life for a dog is only a small portion of a human life. The most heart-breaking aspect of having a faithful canine companion is the knowledge that one day you might have to make a very difficult and painful decision. Any pet owner or vet will tell you that it doesn't come any harder than having to decide when to put a dog to sleep. And yet there are steps you can take to ensure that when the sad day comes you'll be as prepared for it as you can be. Step 1: Assessing Your Dog's Quality of Life Often the diagnosis of a degenerative chronic condition, or noticing signs that age is beginning to take its toll, signals that it's the right time to think about quality of life. One way to do this is by making a list of all the things that contribute to your dog's happiness, and grading each one according to how able your friend is to enjoy them. It's likely that your list will include: Food Mobility and exercise Play Companionship Being able to control bodily functions Being comfortable in himself, not in pain, or constantly hungry, thirsty or listless As an alternative to your own list, you can use the more formal measure of the HHHHHMM Scale: Hurt Hunger Hydration Hygiene Happiness Mobility More... --- > Accepting the loss of a pet is hard enough for adults, but what about your children? How Can I Help my Child Understand the Loss of Pet? - Published: 2021-11-22 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-can-i-help-my-child-understand-the-loss-of-pet/ - Categories: Grieving Over Pet Euthanasia, Other Pets - Tags: coping with the loss of a pet, how to cope with putting a dog down How Can I Help my Child Understand the Loss of Pet? Accepting the loss of a pet is hard enough for adults. For children, a first experience of loss and death is especially difficult and traumatic. Even as you're feeling your own grief you have to help them come to terms with their own. Make your discussions about death age appropriate Preschool children simply need to understand that their pet has died and that they won't return. It's normal for young children to fear that if a pet suddenly disappears the same thing might happen to a sibling or parent. Lots of reassurance that this won't happen may be required. Older children also simple explanations, but are likely to have more questions. Beware of euphemisms like 'put to sleep' when discussing pet euthanasia, as this could create a morbid dread of bedtime. As children get older their emotions become more complex and mixed. Fear, guilt and anger can all get intermingled with grief. Your child may need you to reassure them that it's not their fault that their pet died, this isn't a punishment, from god or any other source. Just a very sad thing that happens because pets don't live as long as people do. Involve older children in decisions Older children are likely to feel left out and angry if they're excluded from decisions about pet euthanasia. They almost certainly regard your dog, cat, hamster or guinea pig as at least much their companion as yours. A focus... --- > It can often be very difficult to determine if your dog is suffering from extreme discomfort. How Can You Tell If Your Dog Is In Pain - Published: 2021-11-15 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-can-you-tell-if-your-dog-is-in-pain/ - Categories: Dogs, Pain - Tags: Dogs in pain, Is My Dog In Pain It can often be very difficult to determine if your dog is suffering from extreme discomfort as he’ll hide it from you as much as possible. However there are certain signs and behaviours that are an indication that your dog may be hurting, so how can you tell if your dog is in pain? Read on... Mobility issues Look out for limping as this is a sign that the leg hurts when he puts weight on it, and you may notice him walking around less. If he’s having a problem getting up or down, or shows a reluctance to walk upstairs for example this is another indicator. Changes in posture can also be an evidence of pain. Excessive grooming If your dog starts to lick an area he hasn’t focused on before it could be a sign that this is the source of the pain, and he hopes that cleaning and caring for the envisaged wound will help. Eye pain is indicated by the licking of paws followed by the rubbing of the eyes. Behavioural changes If your normally friendly dog starts to growl, pin back ears, and even biting you know there is something bothering him. Your dog is simply going into protection mode and is scared that you’re going to hurt him. Other dogs may be all over you, constantly seeking affection. Changes in sleep, restlessness, vocalisation, and toileting habits are all behaviours associated with pain. Lack of appetite Your dog won’t feel like eating if he’s in... --- > There may come a time when you have to make the decision to put your dog to sleep. What Happens When A Dog Is Put To Sleep? - Published: 2021-11-08 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/what-happens-when-a-dog-is-put-to-sleep/ - Categories: Dogs, Pet Bereavement, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: coping with the loss of a pet, pet euthanasia What Happens When A Dog Is Put To Sleep? So that you have a better understanding, read on. There may come a time when you have to make the decision to put your dog to sleep. this decision can be based purely on the quality of life. With the help of your vet you’ll need to look at your pet’s mobility and hygiene, appetite and thirst, whether he’s in pain, and his happiness and ability to enjoy everyday pleasures such as walks and play. you can cope with this difficult and heart-breaking decision better if you know how to prepare for your pets euthanasia. What happens when a dog is put to sleep? Here is a step-by-step guide to help you: Step 1 – Talk to your vet You need to know about your dog’s illness and the treatments available. As there may be a lot to take in, it’s a good idea to take a family member or friend with you for support and to make notes. Your options may be to continue to provide treatment at home with prescribed medication, surgery, or putting your dog to sleep if there aren’t any treatments for his condition. Step 2 – The assessment Your dog will be scored on the HHHHMM Quality of Life Scale to see how poorly he is. You can provide your own score and then they’ll be compared. The assessment is broken down into different categories which cover: Hurt Hunger Hydration Hygiene Happiness Mobility More good days... --- > Pets and Fireworks - For pets, particularly dogs, fireworks can mean a time of stress and anxiety, so fireworks can be an inconvenience - Published: 2021-11-03 - Modified: 2023-11-15 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/are-you-and-your-pet-dreading-bonfire-night-here-are-some-tips-on-keeping-your-dog-calm-during-fireworks-season/ - Categories: Dogs, Other Pets - Tags: Pet Care Fireworks are exciting and provide fun and entertainment for many people. However, as a pet owner, fireworks can be more of an inconvenience. Moreover, for pets, particularly dogs, fireworks can mean a time of stress and anxiety. If we'd been writing this blog twenty years ago or so, we might have been able to limit it to a couple of occasions during the year; Guy Fawkes night and New Year's Eve. However, people use fireworks much more frequently today, albeit only form licensed suppliers, and this means more times of anxiety for your pets. Here are some things you can do to prepare your dog, or other pets, to deal with fireworks. Keeping Your Pet Happy During Fireworks No matter how used they get to the flashes and bangs of fireworks, it is never a good idea to take your dog along to a fireworks display. Even smaller pyrotechnics for your garden or indoor fireworks are unsuitable for pets to be around. So, as a general rule, you should keep your pets as far away as possible. However, even if they are far away, the noise and lights caused by fireworks can still upset your pet. Here are some tips to help keep your pet happy during fireworks season: Early walks Try to walk your dog earlier in the day, when it is light and before the fireworks have started. Resist the temptation to let them off the lead, as you may well experience the odd early firework explosion set... --- > Dog Euthanasia: When Is The Right Time to consider having your pet put to sleep. This is an incredibly difficult deciosion to make. - Published: 2021-10-25 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/dog-euthanasia-right-time/ - Categories: Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Dogs, Pet Bereavement, Pet Euthanasia, Pet Loss - Tags: how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia Dog Euthanasia: When Is The Right Time? Should You Be There? As a dog owner the hardest decision you may ever have to make is the heart-breaking one of putting your dog down. Your vet will be able to help you decide when it’s time to consider euthanasia, but then an equally difficult decision will need to be reached as to should you be present? This article will guide you through these frequently asked questions and give you the facts you need... Euthanasia The meaning of the word euthanasia is a gentle or easy death, which is exactly what you would want for your dog. After providing a sedative to make your dog relaxed and sleepy, your vet will then administer an intravenous barbiturate injection into the fore leg containing an overdose of anaesthetic. This slows down the breathing and stops the heart and your dog will pass peacefully. When is the right time? Dog Euthanasia: When Is The Right Time? There are some general guidelines that can be used to determine when the time is right for dog euthanasia. The most important things to monitor are your dog’s behaviour and appetite. Not eating properly is a sign that your dog feels unwell and can be nauseated or just too ill to eat. Normal bodily functions may start to become difficult, and when your dog loses interest in everyday favourite activities you know something is wrong. Some elderly dogs may experience confusion, restlessness, and symptoms of dementia which can lead... --- > Cat Euthanasia for a peaceful and painless passing a difficult decision for any pet owner. What to Expect and What Questions to Ask First - Published: 2021-10-21 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/cat-euthanasia-what-to-expect-and-what-questions-to-ask-first/ - Categories: Cats, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: pet euthanasia, putting my cat to sleep Cat Euthanasia: What to Expect and What Questions to Ask First. Allowing your long time feline companion a peaceful and painless passing is likely to be one of the hardest decisions you'll ever have to make. Understanding how the process of cat euthanasia works, and getting answers to any questions you have will help to reassure you that you're doing the humane thing, in the most compassionate and respectful way possible. Recognising that the time has come Cats, like humans develop a range of diseases associated with old age, initially these can be managed with pain control and other medication. As time goes on, treatment options are exhausted and your friend's quality of life suffers. As a loving owner, you reach the point where you can't bear to think of your companion suffering to no purpose, and so the question of cat euthanasia arises. What Happens A vet who is putting a cat to sleep will administer one or two injections. This first is a sedative, which some vets will always give, others will only if your cat is frightened or distressed. The second injection is generally a dose of phenobarbital, usually given as an intravenous injection. Phenobarbital acts very quickly, often within a minute or two. Your cat will become unconscious then her heart will stop beating. Cats given phenobarbital sometimes twitch or take a very deep breath. It's also possible that they may urinate or pass some solids. You should know that by the time any of these... --- > How To Cope With The Loss Of A Pet - Pet Euthanasia. What expect during the grieving process when you lose you pet, and how to cope with it. - Published: 2021-10-15 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-to-cope-with-the-loss-of-a-pet/ - Categories: Cats, Dogs, Grieving Over Pet Euthanasia - Tags: coping with the loss of a pet, End Of Life Care For Pets, pet euthanasia The death of a pet can be devastating and little things like coming home without that everyday greeting, and items such as beds, toys, and bowls are a reminder of the love you had for your special friend. How to cope with the loss of a pet includes allowing these feelings of sorrow and pain to come to the surface so that you can cope with your grief. The Stages of Grief These are the five stages of grief that you may experience: Denial: disbelieving is caused by the initial shock of your loss and this emotional numbing acts as defence from reality Anger: a combination of emotions exhausts the stress and anger may develop into blaming others for the death Bargaining: guilt often accompanies these feelings of what you could have done to have prevented the death Depression: the reality of the death can cause a feeling of being really low and this is normal and won’t last, and is all part of the healing process Acceptance: this simply means you’ve accepted the reality of the death and understand that life must go on Coping With the Loss of a Pet - Pet Bereavement Grief is an active process and you need to find the time to work through your sorrow. There will come a time when you can remember your pet with all the love you had, but in the early days you should: Talk to others about your pet. Find a support group or speak to your... --- > Pet Euthanasia - What Happens When a Pet is Put to Sleep. What is the procedure for putt a pet to sleep, and how to cope afterwards. - Published: 2021-10-06 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pet-euthanasia-2/ - Categories: Cats, Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Dogs, Grieving Over Pet Euthanasia, Other Pets, Pet Bereavement, Pet Euthanasia, Pet Loss - Tags: coping with the loss of a pet, how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia, putting my cat to sleep Pet Euthanasia - What Happens When a Pet is Put to Sleep is a painful question. It is an even more painful decision to say goodbye to a beloved pet, what happens next? Cloud 9 Vets are determined to make the whole process as peaceful and gentle as possible for you and your pet. We will arrange a visit to your home at a time to suit you, any time day or night and any day of the year. At-home pet euthanasia is better for your pet because it avoids the understandable anxiety many animals feel when being taken to a veterinary surgery. Cloud 9 Vets aim is to give your animal a gentle and peaceful end. We promise an unhurried, clear and honest discussion of your pet’s needs with you and your family. How will it be done? We administer a gentle sedative in such a way that they will barely notice. There is no pain or distress during this or at any time during the procedure, your pet simply drifts into a peaceful sleep. The next stage of the process is tried and tested and involves giving the animal an anesthetic agent so their heart will slow and stop. They pass away quickly after the vet gives them the injection. Very occasionally, as the animal slips into unconsciousness, they will seem to take a deep breath or exhale loudly and there are sometimes involuntary muscle twitches as the body shuts down. This is perfectly natural and is not... --- > As a dog owner, you may well have asked yourself, "what is dog kidney failure?" This article aims to answer some aspects of this question. - Published: 2021-10-03 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/what-is-dog-kidney-failure/ - Categories: Dogs - Tags: Dog ageing, dog euthanasia, dog kidney failure As a dog owner, you may well have asked yourself, "what is dog kidney failure," as it's a common condition. This condition, also known as canine renal failure, can result from several diseases. Therefore, it is something you should be aware of if your dog becomes ill. Healthy, functioning kidneys carry out several bodily functions, including the following: Eliminate toxins. Regulate hydration levels. Maintain electrolyte balance. Release hormones required for red blood cell production. When your dog's kidneys can no longer perform these functions, failure will have taken place. The answer to what is dog kidney failure can fall into two broad categories: Acute Kidney Failure. Chronic Kidney Failure. Acute Kidney Failure What is acute dog kidney failure? This type occurs when your dog's kidney function suffers a sudden decrease. Acute failure can come on within days or even hours, depending on severity. It is generally related to high toxin levels or an infection. If you can identify acute failure early enough, you can have it treated. Chronic Kidney Failure With chronic dog kidney failure, the loss of function generally occurs more slowly. For instance, it could take weeks, months, or even years for the symptoms to present. This type of failure is usually associated with your dog's ageing. Generally, you cannot treat chronic failure, only manage it. The reason is that all kidneys have a natural lifespan, and they will fail at the end of that time. Causes of Dog Kidney Failure Kidney failure can occur as a result... --- > Pet Euthanaia. When Pet Euthanasia is The Right Choice. A gentle farewell for you and your pet. Loving and focused end of life care - Published: 2021-09-27 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pet-euthanasia-right-choice/ - Categories: Cats, Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Dogs, Pets - Tags: End Of Life Care For Pets, how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia, putting my cat to sleep, should i put my cat down Taking the decision to end your pet's life is difficult and heart-wrenching. If you have moments of feeling guilty for thinking about it, rest assured that is normal. Nevertheless, having gone through the initial grief and self-doubt, within days, the vast majority of owners, know in their hearts that they have made the right decision, for the right reasons. Here are listed several situations in which putting your pet to sleep is the right choice. A peaceful end to suffering for a special dog family member This is by far the most common reason for an owner to choose putting a dog to sleep. Watching a once lively and joyful pet worn down by pain is horrible and heartbreaking. Most owners and almost all vets agree, when an animal is suffering and the suffering cannot be alleviated, it is time to let them go in peace. A dignified peaceful goodbye to a beloved cat You may not see pain in a cat in the same way you will with a dog because they have evolved to hide it. Signs that it is time to consider putting a cat to sleep may be much more subtle. Cats often hide themselves away, they may become incontinent, or be unable to pass either urine or solid waste. More than anything else, what's most clear is that they are miserable. And if there is nothing you can do to improve their quality of life, what they most need from you is the courage and... --- > How To Survive the Loss of a Pet After Euthanasia? Six Tips that will help you with comforting a friend after pet euthanasia - Published: 2021-09-20 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/happens-pet-euthanasia-6-tips-comforting-grieving-pet-family/ - Categories: Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Grieving Over Pet Euthanasia, Pet Loss, Pets - Tags: coping with the loss of a pet, End Of Life Care For Pets, how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia, should i put my cat down How To Survive the Loss of a Pet After Euthanasia? This is a difficult question at a very difficult time for a friend or loved one. The help you give them can mean a great deal for them. Having the made the incredibly hard decision to go ahead with pet euthanasia, your pet family friend will be hurting. Even if you do not fully understand the bond between person and pet, they certainly do - and they will feel as injured by their loss as they would at losing any member of their family. This makes it really important not to say the wrong thing. Even well intentioned enquiries intended to keep your pet parent friend engaged and talking may have unintended negative implications. So what should you say to the grieving pet family? Things not to say to a grieving pet family Never trivialise the relationship between your friend and their pet. Anything you might be thinking of saying which seeks to minimise the relationship in order to reduce the grief won't work! Some of the most typical unhelpful responses include: "Well, they were getting on a bit/ were really sick anyway. " "You could always get another pet? " "He or she was only a pet! " "You have other pets though, right? " "Using any response with the pronoun “it”" "Oh but you always used to say how annoying they were... " All of these are unlikely to make your friend feel better about euthanising a pet!... --- > If you can recognise signs a dog is dying then you’ll be better prepared to cope with this possible heart-breaking decision. - Published: 2021-09-06 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/signs-a-dog-is-dying-what-to-look-for-and-how-to-read-them/ - Categories: Dogs - Tags: coping with the loss of a pet, Dog ageing, how to cope with putting a dog down There are so many things you’ll have benefited from by owing a dog – keeping fit and active, improving your social life, and reducing stress. All thanks to many years of love and companionship that fills your life and your heart. Sadly there may come a day when you have to question whether or not to intervene in when your dog’s life will end. If you can recognise signs a dog is dying then you’ll be better prepared to cope with this possible heart-breaking decision about having to put your dog to sleep. Disinterest A dying dog will tend to lose interest in what’s going on really quickly – this may be family members that are loved, favourite toys and treats, or going for walks. A loss of attachment will be shown – and that doesn’t indicate your dog loves you any less – it’s just something quite uncontrollable near the end due to brain functions slowly starting to shut down. Lack of Coordination Your dog may become increasingly unsteady on his feet and have difficulty moving from one place to another. Physical weakness and impaired brain function will account for these factors – a sudden lack of co-ordination may be due to an ear infection which is treatable by your vet. Balance issues can stem from an underlying disease or impairment that is a sign that your dog may be dying. Extreme Fatigue The signs a dog is dying of old age may be shown by a great decrease... --- > Finding blood in cat urine, the medical term for this condition is haematuria, can indicate potentially serious diseases. Learn more. - Published: 2021-09-04 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/blood-in-cat-urine-what-you-need-to-know-and-do/ - Categories: Cats, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: cat euthanasia, Cat Urine Finding cat blood in urine can be quite scary. The medical term for this condition is haematuria. Female cats are more prone to develop this disorder, and it can indicate potentially serious diseases. Your cat peeing blood but acting normally usually means a mild ailment. But a visit to the vets will put your mind at rest, and get to the bottom of any serious underlying problems. Learn more about blood in cat urine – what you need to know and do here... Probable Symptoms There’s a range of signs to look for that are associated with a cat urinating blood. These include: Urinating more frequently Pain when urinating Constantly licking the urinary area Squatting in the litter tray for long periods Not using the litter tray An ammonia-like smell in urine Excessive thirst Vomiting Lethargy Possible Causes Your cat peeing blood can be due to several reasons. These include: Your female cat is in heat – a bloody discharge can indicate a non-spayed cat in oestrus Dehydration – lack of fresh water when feeding dry food can cause straining to urinate resulting in blood in the urine Urinary tract infection – known as feline idiopathic cystitis – this bacterial infection tends to affect older cats and is extremely painful Crystals – microscopic crystals cause larger crystals to develop that can damage the tissue membranes and may develop into stones Stones – these may be in the bladder, urethra, or kidney leading to obstruction Injury – trauma can lead to... --- > If your cat has kidney disease, when to euthanise may be something you need to think about. Contact us today to discuss your pet's health. - Published: 2021-08-23 - Modified: 2024-12-05 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/kidney-disease-in-cats-signs-diagnosis-treatment/ - Categories: Cats, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: pet euthanasia, putting my cat to sleep, should i put my cat down If your cat has kidney disease, when to euthanize may be something you need to think about. Sadly, age-related kidney disease in older cats is very common. Scientists estimate that one in three cats over the age of ten can be diagnosed with kidney disease Chronic kidney disease (CKD) in cats is the persistent loss of their kidney function over time. Healthy kidneys perform many important functions, most notably filtering the blood and making urine, so problems with kidney function can result in a variety of health problems for a cat Problems with kidney function can cause a variety of health issues for your cat with them feeling unwell. And as they lose important vitamins and proteins the results can be severe. Learn more about kidney disease in cats – when to euthanise here... Understanding Feline Renal Disease Renal failure in cats progresses in different stages – beginning with mild early disease – and developing to end-stage. Kidney failure in cats – final stages are technically defined as a less than 10% of normal renal function. CKD can be seen in cats of any age, but is most commonly seen in middle-aged to older cats. It becomes increasingly common with age. It has been estimated that between 20-50% of cats over 15 years of age will have some degree of CKD. Kidney failure can be categorised as acute or chronic. Chronic kidney failure is the loss of the functional units of the kidney – known as nephrons. Once damaged they... --- > Cat dementia changes both mental and physical health, affecting memory, learning, and response. When to Euthanize a Cat with Feline Dementia - Published: 2021-08-13 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/when-to-euthanize-a-cat-with-feline-dementia/ - Categories: Cats, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: cat dementia, pet euthanasia, should i put my cat down When to Euthanize a Cat with Feline Dementia is a question that comes up all too frequently. Feline dementia is also known as cognitive dysfunction system. And it happens as your cat ages and is directly related to the brain. Your cats’ abilities begin to change as they reach 11-12 years of age. And dementia typically follows after 15 years. Just like in humans dementia changes both mental and physical health – affecting memory, learning, and responsiveness. Find out more about feline dementia – when to euthanise here... Cat Dementia Facts Cat dementia is related to human dementia. The disease is caused by a decreased blood flow to the brain. And an increase in free radical molecules that damage living cells. The production of these molecules is increased with age. And this results in damage to the sensitive brain cells. Deposits of protein around the nerve cells make it harder for signals to get to and from the brain. So, maintaining normal brain function becomes extremely difficult. The longer this goes on the harder your cat will find it to do simple things that used to be so natural. Common Signs of Cat Dementia If you know the signs of dementia in cats, you’ll be aware of when your cat is starting to struggle. Some of these symptoms are also related to other diseases in older cats such as hyperthyroidism and diabetes. Your vet will do diagnostic tests to ensure the correct treatment. Cat dementia symptoms may include: Changes in... --- > Cushing's disease in dogs also goes by the quite complicated name of Hypoadrenocorticism. Read on to better understand this condition. - Published: 2021-08-10 - Modified: 2023-11-15 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/cushings-disease-in-dogs/ - Categories: Dogs, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: Dog ageing, dog euthanasia Cushing's disease in dogs also goes by the long-winded name of Hyperadrenocorticism. The condition relates to a dog over-producing cortisol, a crucial steroid hormone. Regular production of cortisol occurs through the adrenal glands, located adjacent to the dog's kidneys. As briefly mentioned previously, cortisol production is a crucial part of a dog's bodily function. However, over-production can result in your dog becoming ill. Types of Cushing's Disease Cushing's disease in dogs presents in two different forms. One form is when your dog's pituitary gland, located around the lower section of the brain, over-produces adrenocorticotropic hormone. In this case, the adrenal gland receives no signal to produce balancing cortisol. With the other form of the condition, your dog is producing an excessive amount of cortisol. In most cases, around 85%, the cause of the issue is in the pituitary gland rather than the adrenal. However, with both, the condition arises due to a tumour in the gland. For most pets, these tumours have no other adverse effects other than over-producing cortisol. Signs & Symptoms A common symptom and obvious sign of Cushing's Disease in dogs is your dog eating and drinking more. The obvious signs of these are that your dog's weight will increase, and they will urinate more frequently. Other signs and symposium include the following: Bladder infections. Diabetes. Excessive panting. Hair thinning. Muscle wasting. Potbelly. Skin deterioration. Diagnosing Cushing's Disease In Dogs In most cases, your vet can initially diagnose the condition from your dog's appearance and medical records.... --- > Rapid breathing in cats indicates that your cat is unable to get enough oxygen into the lungs. If your cat is breathing fast. Cloud 9 Vets - Published: 2021-08-05 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/your-cat-is-breathing-fast-probable-reasons-and-warning-signs/ - Categories: Cats - Tags: cat ageing, Pet Care For you to know when your cat is breathing fast it’s helpful to recognise the normal cat breathing rate. A healthy cat will take between 20 and 30 breaths per minute. And this is known as cat respiratory rate. You can take your cat’s heart rate by feeling over the left side, just behind the front leg. Use a stopwatch or your Smartphone to time the number of beats in 15 seconds. Then times by 4 to get the beats per minute. A normal heart rate is between 140 and 220 beats per minute. To take the respiratory rate count the number of chest movements in 60 seconds, or do 15 seconds and multiply by four as before. A relaxed cat will measure on the lower end of the scale. Rapid breathing in cats indicates that your cat is unable to get enough oxygen into the lungs. The breath rate increases and may become shallow. This can become serious and sometimes fatal. Your cat is breathing fast? Probable reasons and warning signs are listed here... Breathing Patterns Tachypnoea A cat breathing fast with rapid and shallow actions could be related to serious medical conditions. The key signs to look for are: Quick, shallow breaths Wheezing Coughing Loss of appetite Blue gums Lack of energy Cat breathing fast when sleeping Dyspnea When your cat’s breathing fast and not eating this is a possible sign of dyspnea. This is respiratory distress that may result in your cat to panting. Difficulty in breathing... --- > Dog kidney failure is a common problem found in older dogs and can often go unnoticed. Contact our supportive staff to discuss your options. - Published: 2021-07-19 - Modified: 2024-12-05 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/dog-kidney-failure-when-to-euthanize/ - Categories: Dogs, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: Dog ageing, dog euthanasia, pet euthanasia When to euthanise your dog who has kidney failure is something that you may eventually need to consider. The best way to keep your dog as healthy as possible is to recognise signs of illness – and get ailments treated as soon as you can. Canine kidney failure is a common problem found in older dogs – and can often go unnoticed for a long time before symptoms show. There are many treatments available when your dog has been diagnosed with this condition and once you’ve got all the facts about dog kidney failure – when to euthanise – you’ll know just what to expect. TABLE OF CONTENT What is Kidney Failure in Dogs? Which Dog Breeds Are Prone to Kidney Failure? Kidney Failure in Dogs - The Symptoms Is Kidney Failure in Dogs Painful? Causes of Kidney Failure in Dogs How Can Kidney Problems Be Prevented? Treatment What Happens if Kidney Problems Go Untreated? Keep Your Dog Comfortable Life Expectancy for Dogs with Kidney Failure - The Prognosis Last Days of a Dog with Kidney Failure - Common Signs When is the Right Time to Euthanise? Gentle At-home Euthanasia Dealing with the Loss of Your Dog 1. What is Kidney Failure in Dogs? Kidney failure in dogs, also known as chronic renal failure, is the inability of the kidneys to efficiently filter the blood of waste products. Most dogs with kidney failure produce large quantities of urine but the toxic wastes aren’t being eliminated. The disease progresses slowly and... --- > Dog owners struggle with the conscious and legal ability to humanely end a dog's life. Dog dementia - When dog euthanasia is the right choice - Published: 2021-07-11 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/dog-dementia-when-dog-euthanasia-is-the-right-choice/ - Categories: Dogs, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: Dog ageing, dog euthanasia, Pet Dementia, signs to put dog to sleep Dog dementia - When dog euthanasia is the right choice? Never an easy subject for dog-lovers and dog-owners, but the subject of 'when is it time to put down a dog with dementia' is an agonising one which needs to be asked at some stage. As dog owners, we are heavily burdened with the conscious and legal ability to humanely end a dog's life. Even though one does not have to struggle through and watch their pet suffer indefinitely, as one would with human beings, the decision of when to end your pet's life is made difficult because you cannot ask your pet whether its preference is to live or to die and, if the latter, the means by which its life is taken away. Dog dementia is an insidious and unstoppable condition that is very difficult for a dog to handle. It can also be extremely difficult for you to deal with if you are the person who loves the dog. Here are some signs to look for if you have concerns about your dog’s mental and emotional health: Pacing, anxiousness and disorientation; Staring for long periods of time: Getting lost in corners and seeming to be lost in familiar places Peeing and/or pooping in the house: Senior dogs with dementia may forget to go outside to do their business, but it’s important to rule out another medical problem such as a urinary tract infection, gastrointestinal problems, bowel problems, etc. before assuming the problem is related to dementia. Withdrawal... --- > This article will explain the facts about a Dog Brain Tumor When To Euthanize by answering the questions you need to know. - Published: 2021-07-01 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/dog-brain-tumor-when-to-euthanize/ - Categories: Dogs, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia If your canine companion is suffering a dog brain tumor, 'when to euthanize' is a question you may have to ask yourself. Brain tumours in dogs happen for no particular reason – what causes brain tumours is unknown. The disease is rare and the diagnosis can be overwhelming. Knowing the steps to take afterwards can help prepare for treatments, and understand the prognosis. This article will explain the facts about a dog brain tumour – when to euthanise by answering the questions you need to know... What is a Dog Brain Tumor? Abnormal cells and irregular cell division create a primary tumour within the brain itself. The tumours may also develop in the skull, the pituitary gland, the cranial nerves, and the brain envelopes known as meninges. The specific cause has yet to be identified. However, potential reasons imply environmental and chemical toxins have detrimental effects. As do dietary factors, a weakened immune system, and genetic issues. Breeds of dogs with short noses and flat faces such as Pugs and Bulldogs, and dogs with long heads and noses like Collies tend to be more prone to brain tumours. Other breeds that are more susceptible include Terriers, Golden Retrievers, and Dobermans. Are There Different Types of Brain Tumor? Types of brain tumours are either primary or secondary. The primary tumour is where the cancer originated within the brain cells and membranes. The most common of these primary tumours include: Adenocarcinoma Choroid plexus papilloma Glioma tumour Meningiomas Pituitary adenoma Secondary brain tumours... --- > chronic kidney disease in dogs - what is this disease, what is the diagnosis, and what happens during the first phase of treatment. - Published: 2021-06-09 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/chronic-kidney-disease-in-dogs/ - Categories: Dogs - Tags: Chronic Kidney Disease in Dogs Sometimes referred to as chronic renal failure, chronic kidney disease leads to your dog progressively and gradually losing the use of its kidneys. This condition results in your dog being unable to filter out toxins and waste from its blood. Your dog will still be able to urinate without removing the waste that the urine should remove. Ironically, increased urination is one of the signs of kidney problems in your dog. What should I look out for to detect kidney disease in my dog? Kidney disease causes the organ to become less effective at filtering toxins and waste from your dog's blood. To offset this inefficiency, your dog will produce more urine to try to increase the filtration. Increased urination is one sign, as are the increased thirst and water consumption needed to sustain the increase in your dog's urination. As the disease progresses and becomes more advanced, symptoms to look out for include the following: Bad breath (worse than average) Depression Diarrhea Loss of appetite Mouth ulcers Vomiting Weight loss How does my dog's age contribute to chronic kidney disease? Aging is the cause of the most common form of kidney disease in dogs. Unfortunately, it comes about naturally due to the organ wearing out over time. The likely onset of kidney disease in dogs generally depends on the dog's size. Smaller breeds may not see the early symptoms until they have reached ten to fourteen years. Larger breeds, however, can experience failure of the kidneys from around seven... --- > signs to put dog to sleep and what happens during pet euthanasia. answers critical aspects of how to cope with putting a dog down. - Published: 2021-06-03 - Modified: 2023-11-15 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/putting-your-dog-to-sleep-what-happens-during-pet-euthanasia/ - Categories: Dogs, Pets - Tags: how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia, signs to put dog to sleep A major consideration for any owner is the signs to put dog to sleep and what happens during pet euthanasia? The process of putting your dog to sleep, clinically known as pet euthanasia, is not something that you want to put your mind on. However, there is a time in many dogs' lives that pet euthanasia needs to be considered. When your dog's quality of life has deteriorated so much, putting them to sleep peacefully is often the best option. There is no-one that knows your dog as well as you do, and your vet is the best person to help and advise you on what is best for your pet. Making the incredibly difficult decision about whether to put your dog to sleep is best made if you know what happens during pet euthanasia. Some people even suffer depression after the loss of a pet, so knowing the signs to put dog to sleep and what happens during pet euthanasia is essential to help you cope. Putting Your Dog To Sleep - The Pet Euthanasia Process We will take you through a step-by-step guide of what to expect when you have decided to put your dog to sleep. Consult Your Vet Before making the incredibly distressful decision to go through with pet euthanasia, you should first consult with your vet. They will be able to complete a precise diagnosis of your dog's condition. There may be options for your pet to undergo surgery, be treated at home, or take... --- > Whether your cat is old or has recently been diagnosed with a serious illness, you need to be extra careful. How to Tell if a Cat is Dying? - Published: 2021-05-17 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-to-tell-if-a-cat-is-dying-6-signs-to-watch-out-for/ - Categories: Cats - Tags: quality of life, should i put my cat down Whether your cat is old or has recently been diagnosed with a serious illness, you need to be extra careful to keep an eye on their health. But being aware of it and knowing what to look out for are two very different things. How to tell if a cat is dying? Here are six signs to look out for. 1) Your purring cuddle-magnet wants to be left alone It can feel like a personal slight when your normally loving little bundle of joy starts to try and hide away from you. They might even become irritated or lash out rather than purring their usual enjoyment when you try and pet or comfort them. A desire to be alone so that they can relax and remain calm is natural for cats if they can sense that they are coming to the end of their life. Try not to take it to heart if they prefer to spend time in seclusion, perhaps behind the sofa or under a bed. If your cat frequently starts spends time outside - more than they normally do - and are likewise seeking out cool, quiet places like underneath the shed, your car or in bushes, this may also be a sign. 2) Your strong, independent feline suddenly becomes a cuddle-puss But that dramatic change in behaviour can work the other way too. Many cats who usually prefer to be left to their own devices will suddenly be desperate for attention and soothing cuddles when they... --- > If your dog is breathing fast and shallow this may not necessarily be an indication of illness or disease. Why Is My Dog Breathing Fast? - Published: 2021-05-04 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/dog-breathing-fast-probable-reasons-and-warning-signs/ - Categories: Dogs - Tags: Dog ageing, dog heart failure If your dog is breathing fast and shallow this may not necessarily be an indication of illness or disease. This is known as tachypnea. And is a normal way for your dog to keep cool by panting with his tongue hanging out. But there are other times when your dog breathing fast could be quite serious. Whilst fast breathing is called tachypnea, shortness of breath or laboured breathing in dogs is known as dyspnea. Understanding your dog’s respiratory system will help explain the difference between the two: Inspiration and Expiration Taking air into the lungs is inspiration. The oxygen in the lungs is transferred to the red blood cells, carrying the oxygen to other body parts. Carbon dioxide is moved from these red blood cells to the lungs and exhaled. When this process fails and your dog breathing rate goes up then that’s an indication that something is wrong. The normal breathing rate for dogs is between 10 to 35 inhalations and exhalations per minute. A panting dog can inhale and exhale 100 to 350 times per minute. Tachypnea (rapid breathing) Common symptoms include: Dog shallow breathing more than normal Mouth is not open as wide as during panting Breathing rate is faster than normal Dyspnea (laboured breathing) Breathing difficulties include: Greater movement of the chest and abdomen Flared nostrils Breathing with an open mouth Extended neck and head Noisy breathing Panting My dog is breathing fast could be a normal way of cooling but also be an indication of... --- > Putting down an aggressive dog may be the only thing left to consider, but it still is an incredibly challenging decision to make. - Published: 2021-04-30 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/putting-down-an-aggressive-dog/ - Categories: Dogs, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: pet euthanasia, signs to put dog to sleep Putting Down An Aggressive Dog may be the only thing left to consider, but it still is an incredibly challenging decision to make. Dealing with an aggressive dog's behaviour will make the owner emotional, frustrated and can be a financial burden. In some cases, the only solution is to consider dog euthanasia. Your Options For Dealing With An Aggressive Dog Before any decision is made regarding euthanasia, you need to consider the other options available: Accept your dog’s behaviour and manage it appropriately and with restraint. Rehome your dog with responsibility and after successful behavioural training Rehabilitate your dog. Finally, if all else has failed, consider dog euthanasia. Vets will consider every other option before recommending dog euthanasia. Your aggressive dog needs to have extensive tests to ensure that its behaviour is not caused by pain. It is unlikely that you'll be able to sort your dog's aggressive behaviour in a single visit to your vet. A visit to the vet's surgery might even cause your dog more anxiety and increase its aggressive behaviour. Risk Assessment Of course, not all aggressive behaviour is the same, and you can remedy it in some dogs easier than others. Before you decide on dog euthanasia, you should consider the following: What is the extent of your dog's behaviour? How frequently does it occur? Is the behaviour dangerous to people or other animals? Are there any particular triggers that lead your dog to bite? You also might consider these factors: Dog Size. Larger dogs... --- > There are several that you must understand about cat euthanasia before going through with compassionate cat euthanasia at home. - Published: 2021-04-15 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/what-you-must-understand-about-cat-euthanasia/ - Categories: Cats, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: End Of Life Care For Pets, pet euthanasia, putting my cat to sleep There are several that you must understand about cat euthanasia before going through with it. Having an understanding of the process will help you cope with the enormity of the decision, and the grievance that follows. What you should know from the start is that compassionate cat euthanasia is very often the best option for your pet. It is much better to give your cat a dignified end of life than allow them to suffer in pain by prolonging their life. Here is what you must understand about cat euthanasia. Common Signs Your Cat Is Feeling Distressed Cats will naturally try to conceal their weaknesses and vulnerabilities, so you will struggle to notice them feeling distressed. They do this as protection from falling victim to predators. Nobody knows your cat like you do, so you are best positioned to notice any small changes in their behaviour. Here are the easiest signs to look out for that indicate possible distress: Drastic changes in eating habits. Temperament changes. Sleeping patterns disturbed. Much less or more vocal. If you are concerned that your cat may be sick, injured, or is displaying any signs of distress, consider taking them to the vet. Why Might You Consider Cat Euthanasia? Cat euthanasia only becomes an option when it is clear your pet is suffering and their quality of life has deteriorated. Cats can live up to around twenty years, but they become more prone to serious illnesses as they age. Even following a chronic illness diagnosis... --- > Understanding how to prepare for pet euthanasia is something that many pet owners do not consider. However, it is likely you might do. - Published: 2021-03-30 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-to-prepare-yourself-for-pet-euthanasia/ - Categories: Pet Bereavement, Pet Euthanasia, Pets - Tags: coping with the loss of a pet, pet euthanasia, quality of life Understanding how to prepare for pet euthanasia is something that many pet owners do not consider. However, it is likely that you might have to make this difficult decision some day. One of the main considerations when you come to this point is your pet’s quality of life. Your vet can help you with this assessment, but it doesn’t make the decision any easier. What you can do is prepare yourself as much as possible by understanding what happens. Understand the Pet Euthanasia Process Consult Your Vet You will first need to understand the extent of your pet’s condition. Speaking with your vet will give you an objective assessment of how your pet is feeling and how much pain they may be experiencing. The Vet’s Assessment Your vet will use their skill and experience to assess your pet. They will also utilise a tool known as the HHHHMM Quality of Life Scale. You will have this scale too, so you can conduct an assessment of your own. You can compare your assessment to the vet’s one. Th scale assesses the following: Hurting Hunger Hydration Hygiene Happiness Mobility More good days than bad Consider the Pros and Cons of Euthanasia It is crucial that you consider your pet in the process. It is about being compassionate and doing what is best for them. Of course, it is a painful decision, but the scale can make it an objective one. Pet Euthanasia provides a peaceful, compassionate, and dignified passing for your pet.... --- > You might think that there will never be reasons to put your dog down, but unfortunately, these are all too common. Read on to get reassured. - Published: 2021-03-16 - Modified: 2023-11-15 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/reasons-to-put-your-dog-down/ - Categories: Dogs, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: End Of Life Care For Pets, how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia You might think that there will never be reasons to put your dog down, but unfortunately, these are all too common. Opting for dog euthanasia is a tough decision to make, and making sure that it is done with dignity and compassion is essential. Read on to reassure yourself that there will be times when considering putting your dog to sleep is okay. Making the Decision People who have gone through putting their dog to sleep often ask themselves if they acted too quickly. You should rest assured that your vet will agree with a decision for dog euthanasia if it means preventing your pet from further suffering. They will conduct an objective quality of life assessment beforehand. There are often obvious signs that your dog’s quality of life is poor, and they are struggling to cope. These reasons to put your dog down include: Severe and unmanageable pain. Severe breathing problems. Untreatable injury. Deterioration through lack of eating. Loss of bladder control. Immobility. Terminal disease. Home Visit From Your Vet Your Cloud 9 vet can conduct a home visit, and they will be available 24 hours in an emergency. They can advise you about how to make your dog’s last few days as comfortable as possible. You’ll have the whole process explained as to how the vet will conduct compassionate dog euthanasia. Opting for gentle dog euthanasia at home lets you say goodbye to your special friend as they peacefully go to sleep in a familiar and comfortable place.... --- > There is nobody better placed to understand your dog’s health than you, but how to tell if your dog is in pain? Read on to help your dog. - Published: 2021-03-05 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-to-tell-if-your-dog-is-in-pain/ - Categories: Dogs, Pain - Tags: Dogs in pain, signs to put dog to sleep There is nobody better placed to understand your dog’s health than you, but how to tell if your dog is in pain? It may be quite challenging to determine the level of discomfort your pet is experiencing, as they may well conceal with other behaviour. Read on to discover how to tell if your dog is in pain. Watch Out For Mobility Issues If your dog has mobility issues, it could be a sign of pain. You may notice them limping when you are taking them for a walk. Or, they may struggle to climb the stairs or have problems jumping in or out of the car. A change of posture can also be an indication that your dog is in pain. Excessive Self-Grooming If you notice your dog spending an excessive amount of time self-grooming, it could be a sign of pain. Your dog will instinctively know that a painful spot should be kept clean. Also, the act of licking the painful area might be providing your pet with some relief. If your dog is experiencing pain in their eyes, it may first click its paws and then run the eyes. Changes In Behaviour Dogs will not wake up one day and suddenly decide on a change of lifestyle; they are very much creatures of habit. Therefore, if you notice a sudden change in your dog’s behaviour you should be concerned about what has caused it. Your dog may become aggressive, or moody, or make unusual sounds. These are... --- > Common Questions To Ask Before Deciding On Cat Euthanasia - What To Ask Before Deciding On Cat Euthanasia to Understand the Process - Published: 2021-02-15 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/what-to-ask-before-deciding-on-cat-euthanasia/ - Categories: Cats, Pet Euthanasia, Pet Loss - Tags: coping with the loss of a pet, End Of Life Care For Pets, pet euthanasia, putting my cat to sleep Deciding to give your pet a comfortable and dignified passing is a difficult decision to make. You should know what to ask before deciding on cat euthanasia. You are bound to have many questions and are likely to feel some anxiety about the whole thing. Understanding the process will help reassure you and give you the confidence that dignified pet euthanasia is a compassionate and respectful way for your pet to pass away. Recognising When The Time for Cat Euthanasia Has Arrived Knowing what to ask before deciding on cat euthanasia would be best if you also understood some common cat conditions. Cats, like any other animal, are prone to different types of diseases as they grow old. You can manage some of these initially with pain-relieving drugs and other medicines. However, eventually, your feline friend’s quality of life will start to suffer as the medications lose their effect or your pet’s condition deteriorates further. Any caring pet owner will reach a point where they can no longer bear to see their friend suffer. It is at this point that you might consider cat euthanasia. What Happens During the Cat Euthanasia Process? When it comes to the process of dignified cat euthanasia, it starts with your vet administering a couple of injections. The first of these jabs is to sedate your cat. Often a vet may choose not to administer this sedative if your cat is relaxed. If your cat looks a little anxious, then the vet will undoubtedly give... --- > Right Time For Dog Euthanasia. When Is the Right Time For Dog Euthanasia? Should You Be Present During Dog Euthanasia? We try to answer here. - Published: 2021-01-15 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/right-time-for-dog-euthanasia/ - Categories: Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Dogs - Tags: End Of Life Care For Pets, how to cope with putting a dog down One of the most challenging decisions a dog owner can face is the one that needs to be made when it comes to considering the right time for dog euthanasia and whether you should be present when it happens. Of course, your Cloud 9 vet can help you make this decision by providing you with advice and information on this delicate issue. This article aims to guide you through some of the more frequently asked questions about dog euthanasia. What is Dog Euthanasia? The word euthanasia translates to ‘easy death,’ which is the passing that every dog owner wants for their beloved friend. What Happens During the Process? Your vet will start the process by giving your dog a sedative injection to relax your pet and put them into a drowsy state. When they are settled, the vet will administer the second injection into the dog’s leg. This injection is a barbiturate containing an overdose of anaesthetic. It gently slows your dog’s breathing and heart rates until both stop, and your dog will peacefully pass away. When Is the Right Time For Dog Euthanasia? There is never an ideal time for anyone to have to decide on dog euthanasia. However, several guidelines will help you determine when the right time is for this procedure. Drastic deterioration of your dog’s quality of life is the primary consideration, and you can monitor your dog’s behaviour and appetite to assess how this is being affected. If your dog has lost its appetite, this... --- > How to cope with the loss of your pet following pet euthanasia. The grioeving process and active measures to help you cope with your feelings. - Published: 2021-01-04 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-to-cope-with-the-loss-of-your-pet/ - Categories: Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Grieving Over Pet Euthanasia - Tags: coping with the loss of a pet, End Of Life Care For Pets, how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia The death of a pet can be devastating and how to cope with the loss of your pet is something you must know. Little things like returning home every day, and not having that special greeting. Or small items such as toys, bedding, or food bowls remind you of the love you had for your special friend. Coping with the loss of your pet includes allowing these sad feelings to rise to the surface so that you can deal with your grief. Stages of the Grieving Process There are five stages to the grieving process. Knowing these stages will allow you to cope better with them when they arise: Denial Denial and disbelief are brought on by the initial shock of losing your pet. This feeling has a numbing effect, and it acts as a defense from the reality of coping with what you are facing Anger The feeling of anger is a combination of emotions that cause exhaustion, stress, and anger. Anger may develop into you placing blame on others for the death of your pet, particularly after pet euthanasia. Bargaining Bargaining with yourself over the feelings about your loss, and what you could have done to prevent it. Depression When the realisation of your pet's death dawns on you, you may experience depression. Try not to be too concerned about these feelings, as they are natural and they should pass as you cope with the situation. . Acceptance When your feelings of depression do pass, you will enter... --- > Pet Euthanasia Procedure - An Owners Tale and Vet's Perspective. we speak with an owner who chose compassionate pet euthanasia, and the vet. - Published: 2020-12-15 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pet-euthanasia-procedure/ - Categories: Pet Euthanasia, Uncategorized - Tags: how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia It is great to talk to you every couple of weeks or so, and we love to read your comments on our blogs. As compassionate and dignified, we can make home pet euthanasia; it is still an incredibly emotional time for everyone involved. We thought it essential to allow our customers to give some open feedback on how their experience went. Our first client to share their experience is Sheryl Feniger from Tathall End, Hanslope in Milton Keynes. Her dog Dawson, a mixed terrier, was suffering from dementia. This article is her experience, capture by one of our care coordinators in Cloud 9 Oxford. What Was the Impact of Dawson’s Condition? I discovered that Dawson had a condition after some minor surgery while we were living in Hong Kong. The first indication we had was when we noticed him becoming disoriented during walks when we let him off the lead. Before this, he had started to slow down and seemed to be enjoying his sleep more than previously. We just put this down to the summer heat setting in, and Dawson getting more fatigued from his walks. Our concerns were raised when we noticed that Dawson would not walk under the table or chairs. He also started sitting still, staring into corners of the room, pacing up and down the apartment, or walking round in circles. This behaviour was not normal for Dawson, and his frequent crying at night convinced me there was something not right. We were planning to... --- > Pet Euthanasia - Know The Procedure . What Happens During the Pet Euthanasia Procedure Can Help You Become More Prepared For this challenge. - Published: 2020-12-11 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pet-euthanasia/ - Categories: Pet Euthanasia, Pet Loss, Pets - Tags: how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia, putting my cat to sleep Deciding to opt for pet euthanasia is a painful decision. Knowing the process is an essential part of helping you come to terms with this decision. Cloud9 Vets believe it is crucial to provide a compassionate and dignified end of life for your pet. We can arrange a visit to your home, which is the most comfortable setting in which to discuss this delicate issue. Your pet's home is also the most suitable place to conduct pet euthanasia. It avoids your pet having to go through the stress of travelling to the vet or encountering other pets. Throughout the process, we aim to provide compassionate, gentle, and dignified care for you and your pet. Your pet's needs, you, and your family are always at the forefront of our minds. What Is the Procedure For Home Pet Euthanasia? The first part of the procedure is the vet administering a gentle sedative, and your pet will hardly notice this. Your pet will experience no pain or discomfort. They will become drowsy and fall into a peaceful sleep. When they are soundly asleep, the vet will administer another anesthetic, which will cause the pet’s heart to stop. This second anesthetic is quick-acting, and your pet is unaware of what is happening. You might witness your pet taking a breath or exhaling loudly. It is perfectly natural for this to occur, as it is linked to involuntary twitches as your pet’s body shuts down. Be reassured, your pet will feel no pain whatsoever. Staying... --- > Pet Euthanasia - Coping After Your Pet Has Been Put To Sleep - Whether To Bury or Cremate Your Pet's Body When It Has Gone - Published: 2020-12-11 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pet-euthanasia-coping-afterward/ - Categories: Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Grieving Over Pet Euthanasia, Pet Euthanasia, Pet Loss - Tags: coping with the loss of a pet, how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia Dealing with the aftermath of pet euthanasia is often as challenging as going through the process itself. Knowing what happens after your pet has been put to sleep, and passes away, is crucial to help you manage the emotions of the situation. For many pet openers, the decision has already been made regarding what to do with their special friend. They might have already considered where to bury their pet’s body. Such a place could be in their garden, in a special place, or a pet cemetery. There is also the option to cremate your pet. If this is an option you might consider, Cloud9 Vets can help you to organise it. Our Care Coordinators will take care of all the arrangements when you may not feel up to getting involved. While our vet visits your home, you can discuss this option with them in more detail. If cremation is ultimately what you choose to do, you can scatter the ashes yourself, have them scattered by someone else, or have them returned to you in an urn. Coping Once Your Friend Has Gone It is often not until after the burial or cremation that one starts to grieve for the loss of your friend to pet euthanasia. You might experience feelings of regret or guilt at deciding to put your pet to sleep. However, you should know that what you did was in the best interest of your special friend. Ultimately, you made the difficult decision out of compassion for... --- > Have you left your pet something to take care of them. Have you heard of a pet will? Leave them somethong to ensure their care. - Published: 2020-12-03 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/have-you-heard-of-a-pet-will/ - Categories: Pets - Tags: Pet Care, Pet Will Our pets give us joy and pleasure for many years, with a few inevitable sticky patches. Thinking about saying goodbye to them, or not being around ourselves to look after them, is difficult, but necessary. However, with forethought and planning we can ensure that they are well cared for in every eventuality. Issue One: making sure your pet’s end of life care is as you would want it. When a pet develops an illness or aging change that affects their quality of life, we need to take steps to minimise suffering and meet their needs; and this can be much easier if we’ve planned in advance. Consulting a vet will be helpful, managing pain and distressing symptoms of disease can make a significant difference to an animal’s quality of life. A pet usually shows behaviours which provide an objective measure of their health. For example, a dog may love to run to the door when the postman comes, or a cat may rush to greet you in the morning for their wet food or treat. Being able to carry out a behaviour that brings pets pleasure is a positive sign. If they are unable to do the things that they enjoy, they may be struggling. Discussing your pet with a vet also enables you to document a plan if the day should come when your pet needs to be euthanized. Euthanasia is a humane, peaceful action to take when quality of life is poor - but it can be really... --- > Dog and Cat Lifespan - When Pet Euthanasia is The Right Choice, regardless of your cat's lifespan or dog's stage of life, it is still hard. - Published: 2020-11-25 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/dog-and-cat-lifespan-when-is-pet-euthanasia-the-right-choice/ - Categories: Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Pet Loss, Pets - Tags: End Of Life Care For Pets, pet euthanasia, putting my cat to sleep, should i put my cat down Even when Pet Euthanasia Is the right choice, making the decision to go through with pet euthanasia can be a heart-breaking one, whatever stage of your dog's or cat's lifespan. We know that it is critical to provide a peaceful and dignified end of life, and that is why you must have the care and support when you need it most. Having suffered the initial feelings of grief and doubt, most pet owners who opt for pet euthanasia, know that their decision was the right one. There are many situations when pet euthanasia is the right choice to make, regardless of the stage of your pet’s lifespan. Here are some of them: Pet Euthanasia To Provide a Peaceful and Dignified End of Life This is the most common reason for pet euthanasia. Witnessing your pet, once full of joy and liveliness, deteriorate and suffer through illness is heart-breaking. It is also agonising to see your pet suffer, knowing that there is very little you can do for them. Generally, vets and owners agree that, in this situation, it is best to give your pet a peaceful and dignified end of life. When Pet Euthanasia is the Right Choice - A Peaceful and Painless Goodbye All animals have different temperaments and ways of expressing emotions. You may not notice the same level of suffering in your cat as you do in your dog. However, that is not to say your cat is not in severe pain. They may hide themselves away,... --- > How To Help a Friend Grieving the Loss of a Pet After Euthanasia. What to say and not to say to a friend dealing with pet euthanasia. - Published: 2020-11-23 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-to-help-a-friend-grieving-the-loss-of-a-pet-after-euthanasia/ - Categories: Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Grieving Over Pet Euthanasia, Pet Loss, Pets - Tags: coping with the loss of a pet, how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia, putting my cat to sleep Making the decision to put a pet to sleep, and grieving the loss of a pet after euthanasia, is an incredibly stressful thing for any owner. At this time, it is essential to treat the owner with the utmost care and not say or do the wrong thing. The most innocuous comments or actions can be taken out of context, leading to unintended negative consequences. At this most challenging time for a pet owner, what should you say to a friend going through it? Things You Should Not Say To A Owner Grieving Over Pet Euthanasia The most significant error you can make is to trivialize the relationship between the owner and their pet. Anything you consider saying that you believe might lighten the atmosphere is unlikely to have that effect. Some common well-intentioned but unhelpful comments include the following: "Well, they were getting quite old. " "They were quite sick anyway. " "You could get another one. " "It was only a pet! " "But, you have other pets, though, don't you? " Whatever your comment, never refer to the pet as 'it. ' However, even if you use the pet's name, your comments are unlikely to be of any comfort. Ways You Can Provide Comfort To A Pet Owning Friend Grieving Over Pet Euthanasia Ask If There Is Anything You Can Do To Help This simple offer of assistance often goes the longest way to help a grieving pet owner. Offering such help will let your friend know... --- > Coping With the Loss of a Pet - Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Providing the most peaceful passing for pets - Published: 2020-11-15 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/coping-with-the-loss-of-a-pet/ - Categories: Pets - Tags: coping with the loss of a pet, how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia Coping with the loss of a pet, is challenging for those who have never owned a pet to understand the devastating effect it can have on the pet's owner and family. For someone who has had years of love and affection from their pet, little things such as toys, bedding, bowls, and the like can be a reminder of the special relationship you shared. There is no doubt that losing your pet companion is a devastating time and different people cope differently. Understanding the stages of grief will help you cope with the emotions of this time. Stages of Grief On Losing Your Pet There are five stages of the grieving process you will experience when coping with the loss of a pet: Denial. At first, you will experience feelings of disbelief. These feelings are caused by the shock of losing your long-term companion. Denial is your natural defence, having a numbing effect on the reality of the situation. Anger. The trauma that you feel may cause stress and anger. These emotions can lead you to blame others for your loss. Bargaining. You may start to question what you could have done to help your pet and prevent its death. Depression. You will have suffered a devastating loss. It is expected that you feel this way, and it will only be temporary. Acceptance. At this stage, you have come to terms with the death of your pet. You have accepted the fact that your everyday life needs to continue. How... --- > Compassionate Pet Euthanasia - Should I Put My Cat Down? We try to answer this difficult question of putting my cat to sleep. - Published: 2020-10-13 - Modified: 2023-11-15 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/putting-your-cat-to-sleep-what-to-expect-with-pet-euthanasia-and-what-you-should-ask-your-vet/ - Categories: Cats, Pets - Tags: is pet euthanasia painful, pet euthanasia, putting my cat to sleep, should i put my cat down Deciding to opt for pet euthanasia for your beloved cat is one of the most distressing and difficult decisions you will ever have to make. However, it is often the most painless and peaceful option available for your loving companion. it is a difficult question - Compassionate Pet Euthanasia - Should I Put My Cat Down? Understanding the process involved in pet euthanasia will help you should the time come when you need to make such a decision. Getting an understanding of the process involves asking your vet the right questions. We hope that this article will give you an idea of what to expect when putting your cat to sleep, and what questions you should ask your vet beforehand. Understanding When To Consider Pet Euthanasia For Your Cat As they get older, cats are prone to a range of age-related illnesses like the rest of us. It is possible to manage these illnesses with medication and other treatments. However, the time may come when your companion's quality of life has deteriorated too far. At this point, you may need to consider putting your cat to sleep. Initially, the need to make this decision might come as a shock. However, as a loving owner and friend to your cat, you make this decision in its best interests. What is the Process of Pet Euthanasia? There are several stages in the pet euthanasia process, covered in greater detail in other blogs. When it comes to the act of putting your cat... --- > End Of Life Care For Pets - Loving, compassionate, and dignified, and end of life care for your pets with Cloud9Vets - Published: 2020-09-30 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/end-of-life-care-and-pain-management/ - Categories: Pets - Tags: End Of Life Care For Pets As pets reach their senior years, compassionate end of life care for pets is more important than ever. Ensuring they are living comfortably, pain free and receiving the best care and treatment available. When our beloved cats or dogs become poorly it can be difficult to know when the time is right to say goodbye. Or, how you can do this in a dignified, calm and relaxing way. At Cloud 9 vets, we can support you through this time,. As animal lovers ourselves and having lost pets of our own, we know how incredibly hard this decision can be. Our team offers compassionate and dignified pet euthanasia visits at your home. This means that your cat or dog can stay in their familiar, home environment where they are comfortable, and our vets will come out to you. There is no need for your pet to have a sometimes stressful final journey to the vets and they can spend their final moments surrounded by their loved ones in a familiar environment. We also understand that they can deteriorate at any time, so our vets are ready to care for your companions at any time. You can also chat to us and our team of understanding care co-ordinators who will help talk you through this difficult decision. We have many years’ experience of compassionately helping families whose pets are approaching the end of their life. We are available to discuss your needs with you 7 days a week and our telephone lines... --- > Compassionate and Dignified Pet Euthanasia at Home - Making the tough decision about putting your pet to sleep. Pet Euthanasia at Home - Published: 2020-08-17 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pet-euthanasia-at-home-making-the-decision/ - Categories: Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Pets - Tags: coping with the loss of a pet, End Of Life Care For Pets, how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia Making the incredibly tough decision to opt for compassionate Pet Euthanasia at Home, is a situation no-one wants to be in. Our pets are a huge part of our family. We care for them from the second they arrive but sadly, the hardest part of pet ownership often occurs in the final part of their lives. Serious illness, injury or changes caused by ageing can make life that little bit more difficult and uncomfortable for them. For dogs, simple pleasures like playing, greeting their favourite humans, barking at the postman, going for walks and eating can become a struggle. Cats may find it difficult to move around the house freely, access safe places, or get to their food, water, litter tray or cat flap. Small pets may develop mobility problems or even stop eating. All pet species may interact less, sleep a lot of the time and become withdrawn. Most of us would prefer it if our poorly pet slipped away peacefully in their sleep but unfortunately this seldom happens. We are fortunate to be able to consider euthanasia as a peaceful, painless way to end suffering but how do you go about making such a considered and difficult decision for our pets? Good days, bad days Deciding whether the time has come to say goodbye to a sick or chronically ill pet is the hardest decision of all. With chronic illness and ageing changes, your pet will inevitably have good days and bad days. You should consider assessing their... --- > Neurological Disorders in Dogs. Can neurological disorders in dogs be cured? what can i do if my dog has neurological problems? - Published: 2020-08-06 - Modified: 2023-11-15 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/canine-neurological-disorders/ - Categories: Dogs, Pets - Tags: End Of Life Care For Pets, how to cope with putting a dog down, signs to put dog to sleep Neurological Disorders in Dogs can affect their brain, nervous system, and spinal cord. The disease will cause your pet's behaviour and mobility to change suddenly, and these changes will be noticeable. If you notice such changes, you should contact your vet immediately. Also, take note of when you first saw the symptoms and their frequency of occurrence. Canine Neurological Disorder Signs & Symptoms Identifying the signs and symptoms of canine neurological disorders is easy, as they are quite stark: Stumbling or Loss of Balance Your dog losing its balance or stumbling is a common symptom of a neurological problem. Persistent Head Shaking Your dog will shake its head to remove water from its ears, and this is normal behaviour. However, persistent head shaking for no apparent reason could be a sign of neurological issues. Dragging Its Paws Changes in the way your dog walks should raise alarm bells. Dogs dragging their paws because of a neurological disorder can lead to secondary symptoms of scrapes and wounds on their paws. If not treated, these sores can cause immobility for your dog. Loss of Vision One of the more severe symptoms is your dog losing its vision. If this happens, your pet will look clumsy and bump into the furniture. If you notice your dog becoming disoriented, contact your vet immediately. Seizures Seizures are typically a genetic condition. However, if your dog starts getting seizures, it could be a sign of a neurological disorder. Pain Your dog can experience pain from several... --- > How Do Dogs Age and how long is a Dog Lifespan. What to expect with an aging dog, dog disaeases and illnesses as they age. - Published: 2020-07-30 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/how-do-dogs-age/ - Categories: Dogs - Tags: Dog ageing, End Of Life Care For Pets How do dogs age? The average life expectancy of a human has risen dramatically over the last hundred years, and so have the life expectancies of most dogs. This is largely the result of better food, vaccines and preventative care, and more effective medical treatment. However, it does mean that there are more elderly pets out there! When does a dog become “old”? Well, some dogs never do (in their heads at least! ). It does vary quite a lot - generally, small breeds like terriers or Chihuahuas live longer (average 13 years but often into their mid or late teens); and large breeds like Great Danes are lucky to reach 8. Of course, it’s not just breed - different individuals will age at different rates, some being quite “old” by 5 or 6, and others still sprightly at 12! As a rough rule of thumb, though, we’d say that dogs need some additional care once they’re older than either 7 years, or 60% of their expected lifespan. And just like older humans, older dogs have specific care requirements and are more prone to certain diseases and conditions. How do their bodies change? The most important changes are that their bodies tend to become less efficient, and their metabolism slows down. This goes hand-in-hand with the effects of years of cumulative “wear-and-tear” changes on the cells of the body, which gradually accumulate genetic damage over the years. In fact, there is good evidence to suggest that “aging” is a genetic... --- > Pet Bereavement - Saying Goodbye To A Pet during the COVID-19 Pandemic. It is difficult, but we can help during this difficult time. - Published: 2020-07-20 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pet-bereavement-saying-goodbye-to-a-pet/ - Categories: Grieving Over Pet Euthanasia, Pet Bereavement - Tags: coping with the loss of a pet, End Of Life Care For Pets, Pet bereavement, pet euthanasia One of the hardest and most emotional decisions that any pet owner faces is pet bereavement having put their companion to sleep. The ongoing social distancing guidelines from the COVID-19 pandemic have made this process even harder. Veterinary practices and hospitals, like everyone else, have had to introduce new procedures to ensure protection for staff and clients. This situation has led many vets to look at different ways in which they can provide their services. Guidance & Protection Measures Health guidance from the Government states that there is no conclusive evidence of coronavirus in animals. So, protection measures are aimed at clients and staff, not pets. These measures include: Clarifying a client's medical status before visiting the vet. Briefing clients remotely on what to expect when they come to the practice. Limiting visit to a single client. Clients are required to wear protective face coverings. Clients are expected to wait outside the treatment room or outside the practice. Remote payment. Remote prescription & medication Strict timings to limit contact with other clients. Curbside treatment In some larger practices and hospitals, they offer 'curbside' treatment. With this option, a staff member will meet the client at their vehicle and bring the pet into the practice for the procedure. Facilitating A peaceful goodbye The measures listed above are practical and necessary for safeguarding staff and clients during this uncertain time. However, putting your pet to sleep is such a massive and devastating event. Saying goodbye is something that owners and loved ones... --- > Is My Dog In Pain? How to tell if your dog is suffering. What do do if your dog is in pain, medications, and treatment from a vet. - Published: 2020-07-01 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/is-my-dog-in-pain/ - Categories: Dogs, Pain - Tags: Is My Dog In Pain What is pain? Is my dog in pain? Good question. Pain can be thought of as an emotional response to a stimulus. Different pets will show different severity in emotion and reaction following the same painful stimulus. They react differently in the same way that different humans would react differently to the same painful event (stubbing your toe, falling over). Whatever your pet’s “pain threshold”, it is so important that we try our best to keep them pain-free. A painful pet has a poor quality of life - they will take longer to recover from infections, wounds will take longer to heal, they will be less willing to go out and about and do fun things, and above all, they will be a lot more miserable. We have lots of different ways of managing pain – lifestyle changes, diet changes and medical management. Acute pain Acute pain is short-lasting pain and we can normally work out exactly what’s caused it. This pain is sometimes thought to be useful to our pets - for example, if they break their leg, the pain associated with the broken bone prevents them from walking on it and causing further damage. However, nowadays we can look after them to help avoid further injury, so we would always try and manage the pain for them. Chronic pain Chronic pain is pain that has gone on for a longer period of time than we would expect for the given condition. It is inappropriate pain, and it is... --- > The Options of Remembrance after Pet Euthanasia - Cremation, burial, pawprints, written tributes, memorials, photographs, and other ways. - Published: 2020-05-19 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/the-options-of-remembrance-after-euthanasia/ - Categories: Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Grieving Over Pet Euthanasia - Tags: coping with the loss of a pet, pet euthanasia, The Options of Remembrance after Pet Euthanasia Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is a difficult and distressing time, particularly remembrance after pet euthanasia. Remembering the joy of their life, their unique character and part in the family can bring comfort for years to come. Being aware of the many ways you could remember them can help smooth your decision making at the end. In this article, we will look at some of the options available for remembrance. They are many and varied and, in considering all, you may find one that would suit you, your family and your pet best. Photographs Photographs can be a wonderful memorial. Pictures of them doing something they love or in a favourite place, with a favourite person, toy or a companion. Informal snaps or using a professional photographer, you can easily get an image to cherish. A photobook or photo album can include a range of ages and activities and serve as a poignant reminder of their whole life. Websites, photographers and supermarkets offer photographic images on mugs, cushions, coasters and other objects around the home, or a photo can also be used to commission a painted portrait if you would like to commission one later. Videos can capture the pet’s joy in playing, sleeping in the sun or walking with family. Paw Print Kits There are other ways to capture personal images. Clay paw print kits can be sourced from pet crematoria to be used at home. Pawprints can also be done with paper and ink. You can choose... --- > Pet Euthanasia - The Grieving Process - How you, yiour friends, family and children can cope after the challenging decision of pert euthansia - Published: 2020-04-27 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pet-euthanasia-the-grieving-process/ - Categories: Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Grieving Over Pet Euthanasia, Pet Bereavement, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia Pet euthanasia is often a heart-wrenching decision, one that no one ever really wants to make, but when the time comes that your pet’s quality of life is suffering, it is often the kindest option. The time prior to, during and following the passing of your pet can be very emotional. They may have been your close companion or part of your family for a number of years, and it’s completely normal to feel sad and upset and to show these emotions - remember, as vets we genuinely understand the strength of the human-animal bond. It takes some time to get over the loss of a beloved pet. Let go of any guilt - you’ve made the decision to peacefully end your pet’s suffering with their best interests in mind. Make sure you have plenty of support available, talk to your family and friends - the chances are that most people you know will have lost a pet at some point and will understand what you’re going through. If you feel like you need further support, then you can contact the Blue Cross Pet Bereavement Support Service, which is a telephone and email helpline service to support bereaved pet owners. Some people choose to have some sort of memorial for their pet. You may have a nice spot in your garden, or choose to keep your pet’s ashes somewhere special. Pet Euthanasia - The Grieving Process Should my children be involved? It’s a personal decision within your family to decide... --- > Saying goodbye to your pet - when is the right time? gauging the quality of life of your pet to decide on pet euthanasia. - Published: 2020-03-31 - Modified: 2023-11-15 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pet-euthanasia-saying-goodbye-to-your-pet/ - Categories: Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Grieving Over Pet Euthanasia, Pet Bereavement, Pet Euthanasia - Tags: End Of Life Care For Pets, how to cope with putting a dog down, pet euthanasia Pet Euthanasia and Saying Goodbye to Your Pet - When is the Right Time? The answer of this can come down to one thing - quality of life. How can you gauge the quality of life for your pet? What constitutes a decreased quality of life? What should you do if you have concerns for your pet’s quality of life? We set out to answer these difficult questions. Considering putting your pet to sleep is often a heart-wrenching decision, one that no one ever really wants to make, but when the time comes that your pet’s quality of life is suffering, with no signs of getting better, then it may be the kindest option to decide to put them to sleep. It’s a difficult decision; a conflict between wanting to spend as much time with your beloved pet as possible, but on the other hand not letting them suffer and making the right decision for them. Considering putting your pet to sleep does not make you a bad owner, in fact allowing your pet to slip away peacefully and with dignity is one of the nicest final gifts we can give them, when the time is right. You as their owner are best placed to make this decision, with invaluable guidance from our friendly and supportive veterinary team. Your vet understands the important bond between you and your pet, can help evaluate their condition and likelihood of recovery and consider any long term problems, risks and likely outcomes to help... --- > Hip Dysplasia in Dogs. What Is Hip Dysplasia in Dogs? Signs and Treatment of Canine Hip Dysplasia. What Breeds Are Prone To Hip Dysplasia? - Published: 2020-03-13 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/hip-dysplasia-in-dogs/ - Categories: Dogs - Tags: Hip Dysplasia A common ailment among larger breeds of dogs is hip dysplasia. This condition causes abnormal hip development during a dog's early life, leading to pain, swelling, and arthritis as they get older. It is heart-breaking to see your beloved pet develop this disabling condition. So what can you do to avoid hip dysplasia, or treat it if your dog already has it? This brief guide aims to help owners answer these questions, and more. What Is Hip Dysplasia in Dogs? As briefly mentioned above, hip dysplasia causes a dog's hip socket to develop abnormally. In severe cases, it can cripple the animal through acute arthritic pain in the joints. In most cases, the condition is hereditary, usually getting passed on by one of the affected dog's parents, but it can also be influenced by the dog's environment. It is common for hip dysplasia to occur within medium to large pedigree breeds of dogs. Signs to Look Out For in Your Dog If your dog is suffering from hip dysplasia, you may notice some or all of the following symptoms: Back legs hopping Deterioration of hip muscle Difficulty lying down Getting up is hard Difficult or reluctant to jump, use stairs Displaying signs of pain in hips Lameness Limping Loss of enthusiasm for walks Stiff legs Unsteady walk These symptoms can come on gradually and not show in your dog until they are older, by which time they may already have developed arthritis. How To Prevent Hip Dysplasia? This condition is... --- > Pet Dementia: When is the right time to think about putting your pet to sleep? Compassionate pet euthanasia can be the most dignified end. - Published: 2020-02-28 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pet-dementia/ - Categories: Pets - Tags: End Of Life Care For Pets, Pet Dementia Just like people, Pet Dementia can develop in their later years. This is called canine cognitive dysfunction in dogs and feline cognitive dysfunction in cats. These conditions can have a big impact on the quality of life of the affected pet, and on their ability to interact with their family. Symptoms such as confusion, anxiety and failure to settle overnight can be very distressing for all involved. Being a family member of a pet which is suffering from cognitive dysfunction can also be very challenging. It is upsetting under any circumstances to have to come to terms with a furry friend losing their personality. This, coupled with the sleep deprivation which results from confused barking or meowing overnight and the frustrations of having to clean up after a pet which has always been perfectly toilet-trained, can be exhausting and overwhelming. Since the condition develops during their senior years, it can often occur alongside other health problems too, which can make these patients more challenging to manage. The symptoms of Pet Dementia can be subtle and hard to pinpoint Cognitive dysfunction tends to develop slowly and progress gradually meaning that it often goes unnoticed for some time. Sometimes, the early signs can be subtle and easily mistaken for normal aging changes. Signs include: Loss of toilet training resulting in urination or defaecation in the house or outside of the litter tray Excessive vocalisation such as barking or meowing, especially in the night Pacing or being unable to settle Becoming “lost” in... --- > Pet Hospice Care - End of Life Care For Your Pet - Pet Euthanasia. These are difficult decisions to make for beloved friend, and we can help. - Published: 2019-12-13 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/pet-hospice-care/ - Categories: Compassionate Pet Euthanasia, Dogs, Pets - Tags: End Of Life Care For Pets, pet euthanasia Facing the inevitable Considering pet hospice care is something that many pet owners have to consider. Being told that your pet has an incurable or untreatable illness is one of the most difficult experiences a pet owner will encounter. The moment we all dread, when the autumn of life rushes upon our pet and we’re shrouded in a sense of helplessness. However, this is the time when your pet needs your support, help and courage more than ever. You must prioritise your pet’s welfare above all else. You’ll be faced with demanding choices, which will require a clear mind. If you’re in this position, it’s vitally important to avoid denial, it will only waste precious time. Trust your vet and plan your next steps. Types of life threatening illnesses End of life may be due to overwhelming illnesses that, despite devotion and medical intervention, cannot be conquered. Common conditions include: Cancers, carcinomas. Cancers that have spread (metastasised) often involve treatments that can be invasive, arduous and have a negative effect on quality of life. Renal failure, kidney disease can too often be a condition that causes pain and poor life quality, initially stages may be hard to detect, regular blood tests help early identification. Degenerative spinal or muscle diseases. Severe osteoarthritis causing extreme pain, restricted movement and even incontinence and secondary infection due to the inability to painlessly empty the bladder/bowel, a clear quality of life issue rather than a terminal illness. Heart failure or congenital heart defect/disease. Liver failure... --- > Incontinence in Dogs. What does this condition mean for your dog? What are the symptoms, and what are the causes of canine incontinence? - Published: 2019-11-13 - Modified: 2024-08-19 - URL: https://cloud9vets.co.uk/incontinence-in-dogs/ - Categories: Dogs, Pain - Tags: Dog ageing, Incontinence Incontinence in Dogs - What does this mean? We normally refer to incontinence as being when a house-trained dog starts to lose control of their bladder function. The degree of incontinence can vary from small urine leaks to a large loss of urine. This can potentially cause distress to both the dog and their owner. Onset may be evident through changing toilet habits. For instance, a dog who has been able to control their bladder during the night suddenly has a loss of bladder control. Incontinence is unfortunately a common condition. Some of the many potential causes and ways to manage them are explained below. Spotting the symptoms There do not need to be pools of urine to indicate incontinence; it may be evident by just dripping. The sleeping area could also show dampness and you may not even notice this at the start. Additionally, if your dog is licking their vulva or penis area more than usual, this can be another symptom. Of course, the need to go out during the night is also a clear sign that there may be incontinence issues. Minor dripping may cause secondary infection, particularly in older dogs. So, rashes, redness or infection in the rear area may be an indication of oncoming incontinence issues. Possible causes of incontinence in dogs Faecal incontinence is more likely to affect larger breeds and is often related to neurological disorders or skeletal degeneration. It could even be caused by parasites. Once again, your vet should be consulted... --- ---