[Thaitea]

I couldn’t imagine not being there. I’ve been there for all my pets who had to pass. But I know some people don’t like it. My mom is one of those who don’t want to be there, so I went for her. I can’t imagine leaving the pet alone.

[webster]

I have gone through this twice this year - last week was the second time. Its heartbreaking, but I can't imagine them drifting off without me there. It is deeply upsetting -she was my little girl for 17 years, she gave nothing but joy and love and taught me so much.

You have to be prepared to cry and not be embarrassed and perhaps that is why some don't like to be there. Frankly, I don't care what people think and pet lovers would understand.

[Bungalove]

Originally Posted by webster

I have gone through this twice this year - last week was the second time. Its heartbreaking, but I can't imagine them drifting off without me there. It is deeply upsetting -she was my little girl for 17 years, she gave nothing but joy and love and taught me so much.

You have to be prepared to cry and not be embarrassed and perhaps that is why some don't like to be there. Frankly, I don't care what people think and pet lovers would understand.

I have been an absolute sobbing mess during a couple of my cats euthanasia sessions. The vet staff didn't care and were very sympathetic. They've been through this countless times. If they weren't sympathetic I'd find another vet pronto! I would never allow one of my pets to pass without me. I will say that having our dog euthanized was the most difficult. She was so weak I had to carry her up the ramp into the office and lift her onto the table. She was the sweetest-natured dog ever, hence her name, "Sweetie". I haven't had a dog since. I dread when any of my four remaining cats goes, but I'd rather outlive them than have them outlive me and have to be rehomed as senior cats.