Euthanasia and After-Care

Compassionate Euthanasia Services

Deciding on the course of action regarding pets' end-of-life care can be difficult. Our team at VetCheck Pet Urgent Care Center - Lutz, a veterinary practice with same-day urgent care, understands the emotional challenges involved in making such a decision, and we're committed to supporting you and your pet during this period. VetCheck Urgent Care Center offers compassionate pet euthanasia for cats and dogs without an appointment. Our walk-in clinic is open late and on weekends, helping owners when they need it most.

When medicinal interventions no longer enhance your pet’s well-being or offer relief, euthanasia can be a compassionate choice to relieve a suffering pet. Making the decision to euthanize a cherished pet can stand as one of the toughest choices a pet parent may face.

Euthanasia is performed in a peaceful and comfortable environment by one of our experienced veterinarians at VetCheck Pet Urgent Care Center - Lutz, where same-day urgent care is a standard. Each veterinarian has their own nuanced process to help make the process of saying goodbye as calm, for both pet and owner, as possible.

The veterinarian begins by administering a sedative to induce a relaxed, sleep-like state. Once the pet is fully sedated, an overdose of a concentrated anesthetic-like drug is administered, peacefully stopping brain and heart functions without causing discomfort or stress. Any reflexes observed during the process are natural and don't imply distress, and the veterinarian ensures the pet's vital functions have ceased.

Pet owners have the option to remain in the room, holding or petting their pet, during the procedure or leave their pets in the arms of our caring staff, knowing their pet will be cared for as if they are one of our own. Whichever option they choose, pet owners should be comforted in knowing their pet will be well taken care of throughout the process.