Paws To Sleep

13/02/2025

The lovely Jane and Mike sent us this email and gorgeous photos; thank you for allowing us to share so we can help others when they need us ###

"Hello Sarah and Ashley

It has taken a little while to compose a message that sums up your service.
Myself and Mike would like to give you both our heartfelt thanks for the kindness , compassion and total respect that you radiated to all of us at a difficult time .
Rosie was our first dog and gave us 18 years of joy. She went on many adventures and walked so many miles with Mike. You and Ashley made her final journey feel safe and I am sure she felt the same love on her passing that she has throughout her life .
The service that you provide cannot be transferred into words-and thank you just doesn’t seem enough, but we do thank you and will continue to do so.
You both recognised the importance of having a loving pet and how the owner would want them to be treated in passing as they were in life .
We would never hesitate to recommend your service and we wish you love and happiness for the future.
I attach a few pics of Rosie at her best

Jane, Mike and Tilly ###"

If anyone needs help with end of life care for their beloved pet, please contact vet Sarah on 07967 815802 or [email protected] 7 days a week 9-5, and for more information visit www.pawstosleep.co.uk
Covering Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire and Monmouthshire.

30/01/2025

Super-lovely clients wrote a super-lovely review. And I love the photos of the lovely Eden and his beautiful boy Harper, and friend Maus.

"Some weeks ago we had to make the heart breaking decision to free our beloved Harper from pain and anxiety.
It was absolutely devastating.
We contacted Sarah and her kind, caring, empathetic and yet pragmatic approach helped us plan the most perfect ending to his life.
Harper fell asleep on my sons lap, with just us in house, and died just minutes later without even knowing Sarah had come into the house.
It was the easiest and most perfect death possible for the best good boy in the world.
We miss him terribly, we always will, but knowing he left this world in such an easy way helps the grief.
Sarah allowed us to make all the decisions, and gave us endless time and a no rush approach. She encouraged our other dog and our cat to come to say goodbye to Harper to help them to process his passing. It was a beautiful death for the most beautiful boy. She is an absolute star.
Highly recommended, we would recommend her a hundred times over.
From Carla,Eden and our other pets, Maus and Gordon."

Thank you, Carla, you are gorgeous to share this with me and to allow me to share this here too. And I love that you keep in touch. Much love, Sarah

If anyone needs end of life care for their pet, consider having this done at home so it is as peaceful as possible for your beloved companion. We are very well equipped to deal with anxious or reactive dogs, and we can support with oral sedatives when needed. To enquire call vet Sarah on 07967 815802 or email [email protected] 7 days a week 9-5 and we will support you as much as we can. Covering Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Monmouthshire. For more information go to www.pawstosleep.co.uk

23/01/2025

"Dear Sarah and Ashley,

Y and myself cannot thank you both enough for the care and consideration you showed to Pepper when it was the time for Peps to go to sleep for the last time. Sarah, you came out at an hour's notice on a Saturday afternoon when our old girl took a turn for the worst.

Sarah, you were so good with Peps it made Peps passing a calm, peaceful and beautiful time (despite the two of us being in a flood of tears). Pepper greeted you at the door with her oldest favourite toy and wagging tail, totally relaxed and the calm atmosphere continued until Peps passing.

Peps originally belonged to my sister but with my sister's passing Peps adopted us and became the love of our lives. We both doted on our big softy and ran our lives around her walking/eating schedule right up until the last day.

Ashley,
Your manner and care made Pep's cremation so mush easier for us and thank you for the lovely way we received Peps back.

We cannot thank you both enough.


S and Y"

Dear S&Y, Thank you so much for sharing your story and for the care you always brought to Pepper right up until the end. She was a most beautiful girl with a gorgeous nature and an incredible purpose, and I am sure you are still missing her a lot. Thank you for confirming the support Ashley and I bring to guardians, and to pets to help them to pass over peacefully at home and make their final journey with dignity. Please continue to take deep care of yourselves. ###

If anyone needs end of life care of your beloved companion at home, please contact vet Sarah on 07967815802 or email [email protected]. You can contact Sarah 7 days a week 9-5 and we will help you as soon as we can. Covering Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Monmouthshire. More details www.pawstosleep.co.uk

16/01/2025

Email received last month from a family who had to say goodbye to this big boy in November last year after having him in their lives for ten years. Thank you for taking the time to write to us and for allowing us to share your story and these pictures, H. It means so much to us and helps others. With love, Ashley and Sarah

"Hi Ashley and Sarah,

We just wanted to thank you for your kindness and compassion when Griffin sadly had to be put down in November.

Sarah, thank you for your kindness and professionalism and for giving us the space to grieve freely around you whilst you had to do what must be, a very hard job!

Ashley, from the moment we met you we knew that Griff would be in the safest hands. We can’t tell you how much we appreciated the quick turn around so we were able to have Griff’s ashes back with us so quickly.

Our BIG (65kg) boy gave us 10 happy years and we hope we gave them him back.

I’ve attached some pictures from happier times.

Thank you again for making what was an awful day for us, that little bit easier.

The S Family 🩷"

09/01/2025

It's been a while since I posted because I have been quite unwell, getting better now, but I wanted to follow up my previous post by sharing here a response from the guardian of Jovie which is so beautiful and definitely deeply touching. And also to get to share these beautiful photos of this lovely, beautiful and much-loved girl. Thank you, Dani. You are so precious. Much love ###

"It’s taken me a while to find the time and head space to write to give this post the time it deserves. And it’s a long one so I apologise but it really does deserve it.
My dog Jovie was incredibly special to me. I delivered her, cut her umbilical cord and we’ve been together ever since. Losing her was like losing a piece of myself. She had been with us through EVERYTHING. Our wedding, house moves, having the kids, the highs, the lows, and everything In between. She had her flaws, she was a grumpy old mare at times but I wouldn’t have changed her for the world, she was my girl and I loved her endlessly.
When I learned at the age of 10 she had cancer it absolutely floored me, but I knew I wouldn’t put her through any aggressive awful treatment. The priority was to keep her comfortable and happy. Luckily for us we have THE most amazing vet who cared for her till the end. But when the time came for her to go to sleep I knew I wanted it to be at home, where she felt safe, comfortable and at peace with her family around her. That’s where Sarah comes in.
I had met Sarah once before when she helped us say goodbye to Lexi (better known as Bestie because she really was 🫶🏻). I hadn’t forgotten her warmth, patience and kindness so I didn’t hesitate reaching out to her. I emailed her when I found out Joey would need to be put to sleep in the coming weeks, she helped me come to terms with it and helped me on the horrendous decision of “when is it time”.
Sarah to me, is the closest I’ve ever met to an actual angel. Not many people could do her job. And not only that, but do what she does with such love and compassion. Just having her there gave me such a feeling of calm - I knew Joey was in the best hands to help her pass over.
The process was absolutely beautiful, Joey was cuddled in the living room with me lying next to her, family all around her and Sarah gave her a medicine to make her sleepy and relaxed. By the time of the final injection she was fast asleep snoring making us laugh with her little snores that we all knew too well 🥹. I kissed and talked to her as she left this world, told her to go find her mumma and to have the best time up there. I thanked her for being the best doggo and Sarah gently touched my shoulder and said in the softest voice “she’s gone”.
And that was it, the most peaceful, beautiful and loving end for such a beautiful loving girl.
So the point of this post is to not only thank Sarah for being there for us at one of the most heart shattering events of our lives. But also to tell you all, when it’s time for your furry friend to leave you, please consider reaching out to Sarah at Paws To Sleep and letting your baby go in their home 🫶🏻
Yes it’s more expensive of course, but if funds allow, I can’t recommend it enough. Joey was TERRIFIED of the vets, and I wasn’t going to have her last moments be in a cold sterile surgery where she’s shaking in fear. She was warm, calm, snuggled and peaceful 🥰. Sarah also takes your baby to the crematorium if that’s what you wish 🩷.
Sarah will be with us for each and every one of our pets final days. So although I hope to not see her any time soon for obvious reasons, I know that when I do, I’ll be giving my babies the most beautiful ending and that’s the best thing I can do for them 🥹🫶🏻"

Thank you Dani for sharing everything. If anyone needs support with end of life care for their pet(s), please contact vet Sarah 7 days a week 9-5 on 07967 815802, covering Gloucestershire, Monmouthshire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Further details see www.pawstosleep.co.uk

13/12/2024

A beautiful family is on my mind. I've actually helped three of their pets to pass over now, in different households but all family, and when Dani reached out to make first contact and mentioned the previous pet & their family I had helped, I remembered them and their clear and touching adoration of their dogs very well. Jovie was so so sweet, and Dani you really are, too. Thank you so much for making the choices you made for Jovie and for taking the time to write this card to me and recommending this service to others. It is deeply appreciated. Always here for you.

"Dear Sarah
Words can't express enough how grateful I am to you! For making the worst, most painful day go as smoothly as possible, it really was a beautiful end for Jovie. I'll always remember and be thankful for your kindness, compassion and support. I'm so glad we found you to help our family!
Lots of love Dani. ###"

Thank you, Dani. I will always remember you and your love, too.

If anyone needs help with end of life care for their pet at home, please contact vet Sarah on 07967 815802, and for more details go to www.pawstosleep.co.uk
We know that saying goodbye to our pets is inevitable one day; our aim is to make the process as smooth and peaceful as possible for everyone.
Serving Gloucestershire, Monmouthshire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

11/12/2024

This one is very close to my heart after having been Daisy's vet previously when I worked at the clinic, and getting to know Rachel and her beloved companions. Daisy was such a beautiful girl and I could look at these gorgeous and goofy photos all day long. Supporting you always, Rachel

“Thank you Sarah for everything. 💛
I have been trying to find some words that will express how extremely grateful we are to you and Ashley for looking after us and our beautiful Daisy. But there aren't any words really.
You were so kind and gentle with all of us but especially Daisy & when you came back to our home to see Daisy & she got up to greet you, we knew then, we didn't want anyone else to be here with her.
We miss her. I miss her, so much. Knowing you made her last moments on this earth a comfortable, peaceful, gentle time will remain with me forever. Thankyou so much.
To anyone reading this, you maybe at the point you have to make that horrible decision. Contact Sarah, she will help you from start to finish and beyond and she will treat your furry, family member with all the love and care she gives her own furry, family members 💛🐾🌈
Eternally grateful for you Sarah 💞”

If you need help with end of life care for your pet, contact vet Sarah on 07967 815802
For further information see www.pawstosleep.co.uk
And Ashley and I will look after you just as Rachel says
Thank you Rachel for sharing your story
Love to you and your family ###

06/12/2024

A very beautiful email from the very lovely clients who we supported recently. Thank you, Sophie, for allowing us to share your story. It is so appreciated.

"Hi Sarah,

Firstly just to say, thank you so much for texting to check in and see how we’re doing in the wake of losing of beloved little man Terry. It really means the world 🩷

We were absolutely shattered when the vet told us that we needed to start thinking of his quality of life last month - our little warrior lived with epilepsy for 3 years and battled Mast Cell cancer for 2.5 years. Nothing ever seemed to phase him and he always bounced back to his cheerful, loving little self! Unfortunately, we found out last month that he was in end stage liver failure. The world stopped turning that day. This was just devastating, as he’s not even 6.5 until the 15th November.

We knew that we wanted him to have the best send off possible, and the thought of taking him to the vets where he’d be stressed wasn’t an option (just to add - he loved his vets & nurses, they always treated him & us with such kindness!). But he always found the vets a bit stressful due to all the tests he had to endure on a regular basis. That’s why we were so happy when they recommended you to us 🥲

Terry’s final days were lovely - we had a party for him on the Friday, and then you came out to the house on Saturday to help him cross over the bridge 🌈 You put us at ease, were so kind, caring & compassionate not just to Terry but to Luke & I too. You gave us all the time we needed and nothing felt rushed. We knew he was in good hands from word go. His passing couldn’t have been more beautiful, calm and peaceful and we’ll be forever grateful.

Ashley at Atypical Pet Crematorium was also amazing - Terry passed away on the Saturday, and he called me on the Tuesday to confirm that he was ready to come home! We picked out a beautiful urn when we collected him on the Wednesday, and we can’t believe how seamless everything was. The bag he gave us including paw prints, spare tea lights & card was so thoughtful. Even having his name in little letters on the pouch we put into his urn was a lovely little touch.

You both made the worst day of our lives that teeny, tiny bit better and we can’t thank you both enough. I’ve recommended you to so many people & would recommend you in a heartbeat. A few friends actually messaged me in the run up to Ter’s final day to tell me how amazing your service is. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

Love from Sophie & Luke ✨"

If anyone needs support with end of life care for your pet at home, please contact vet Sarah on 07967 815802, or email [email protected]. Further details can be found online at www.pawstosleep.co.uk
Covering Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, Monmouthshire and surrounding areas.

06/11/2024

We recently received this lovely review from a client for us to share here. Thank you, E. I was particularly touched by the beautiful bond of these two! And as you can see Minnie was very beautiful and maybe a little bit cheeky! Much love and a gentle hug, E xx

"Having decided that I wanted my dearest little girl to go to sleep at home I had made contact with Sarah in advance so as to have a plan in mind.
When the sad time inevitably came, I contacted Sarah and arranged for her to visit us the following morning. Sarah was kind, caring and empathetic towards me and my dear little dog. She enabled Minnie to pass over peacefully in my arms at home. Much as I would have preferred for her to live forever-obviously- Sarah made a painful process so much better, being gentle and un rushed as it was.
Highly recommended, thank you Sarah."

Paws to Sleep helps your pet to pass over peacefully at home when that time comes and we cover Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Monmouthshire. Contact vet Sarah on 07967 815802 (9am-5pm, 7 days a week), or email [email protected], and for more information see www.pawstosleep.co.uk

02/11/2024

Lovely email received from lovely clients recently! Thank you P&T for emailing and allowing us to share this so we can help more people and their pets, how we helped you. Much love

We offer euthanasia of cats, dogs and rabbits in Gloucestershire and surrounds

14/10/2024

We wanted to share with you a beautiful tribute to the life of Diesel and these super-gorgeous prime photos!

"Dear Sarah and Ashley,
My family and I just want to say thank you for supporting Diesel to cross the rainbow bridge, As difficult as the decision was to make for our boy you brought much love and kindness throughout.

We had Diesel from a tiny puppy, who grew into a bundle of mischief and cheekiness, always on the go! He was a fluffy toddler in a way! He loved to be outside, going for walks, getting in water and digging in my flower beds and vegetables.
Diesel had been with us through our life milestones and being the best friend to our girls. He was even a furry dad himself!

This was such a devasting decision to make but we knew it was time for him. From making the phone call to Sarah and her visiting us at home, she showed such warmth and compassion, was just so lovely throughout. We are so thankful Diesel was peaceful, in the comfort of his home, with us and his loyal companion Roxy.

Sarah then introduced us to Ashley, atypical pet cremation. He again showed us such compassion and kindness with Diesel.
We knew we could trust leaving our boy with you, and knew he would be treated with such respect and love. Within 24hours to be reunited with him, thank you.

Thank you both, from the bottom of our hearts for helping Diesel,
He was more than a dog to us, he was our family, our cheeky boy.
Our favourite hello but our hardest goodbye 🐾
E, J, P, T and Roxy 🐾"

Thank you, E, for allowing us to share your story which helps others to find the care that they need. It was an honour to support you and we hope you are doing OK.

12/09/2024

We wanted to share with you about "Kitty" who we went out to help pass over recently. Kitty's guardian, K, was connected to us through a member of the vet community which is always lovely; we actually get to support lots of people and their pets via recommendation from their vets and really appreciate working together. Here is a testimonial we received from Kitty's guardian and a beautiful photo of Kitty. ❤

"Saying goodbye to a beloved pet always feels too soon.

Even if it is 16.5 years down the line and you need to make a decision for your incredibly strong, beautiful, and loyal 21 year old cat and it’s breaking your heart (and your sons) to say goodbye.

Kitty was such a loving, sweet, gentle soul and strong until the very end. We loved her dearly and will cherish the time we had with her.

Thankfully this time around (for saying farewell to a beloved pet) I felt blessed that not one, but two angels, arrived into our world at the most important time. Firstly, Sarah from Paws to Sleep who came into our home and helped Kitty make her transition in my arms, in her home, and with an incredible amount of love, peace and grace. Sarah, I can’t thank you enough.

Next came Ashley, from Atypical pet cremation who was introduced by Sarah and immediately I felt genuine warmth from his messages; I trusted him immediately. When I looked up Ashley’s videos on his business page I could feel he really cared deeply in his mission to help pet owners in their time of need, and give their Pets the dignified and personal aftercare that they deserved. Ashley says that he treats every pet as if they were his own, and I believe him. Ashley, I’m so thankful for meeting you and entrusting you with Kitty and returning her ashes to us quickly.

Thank you both for being there for Kitty and our family. We will be forever grateful and I will always recommend your services. 🌈💚"

Thank you, K, much love to you and your family xx

31/07/2024

Thinking of this lovely family who we attended recently.

Margot was such a beautiful old lady but still so cheeky and true to terrier!! Absolutely adore the way this family held her as she drifted gently off to sleep - with the support of sedatives - in the comfort of her own home. Here is a lovely tribute/testimonial from Sarah (the guardian) to Sarah (at Paws to Sleep)!

'Dear Sarah and your lovely daughter,

Margot had always been a lively and cheeky girl that loved nothing more than running in the woods chasing squirrels and loudly greeting other dogs she came across. She was very nervous of any vet visits and was distressed for a time afterwards too. So when Margot reached nearly 15 years old and had lost some of her get up and go, was confused/anxious and very unsteady on her feet, we decided that we wouldn't put her through that stress any more and when the time was right we contacted Sarah to come to our home for compassionate euthanasia.
This was obviously a very emotional decision to make as a family but Sarah made the whole process easy to understand and on the day out us all at ease including Margot.
The kindness that you and your daughter showed us was huge and Margot was able to pass calmly and beautifully in my arms with us all surrounding her.
We thank you with all our hearts
Sarah, Shaun, Daisy and Sam Jewitt

If anyone needs help with end of life care at home for your dog, cat or rabbit, please contact Sarah at Paws to Sleep on 07967815802, 9-5, 7 days a week, or email [email protected] and for more information www.pawstosleep.co.uk
We cover all of Gloucestershire and surrounding areas

09/07/2024

I recently attended the home of this beautiful chap, Bailey. What a dude!! I could stare into those eyes all day! Bailey was a wonderful dog, so super-friendly, and Bethany shared with me how special he was, and it was clear how he was so loved and adored. The family were super-lovely and responsible and held Bailey so beautifully throughout the process of sedation and euthanasia. He lay in the garden with his head on Bethany’s lap and slowly drifted off to sleep. To observe this was an absolute gift.

Rose and Beth also chose to use Atypical Pet Crematorium for Bailey’s aftercare and I transferred Bailey to Ashley’s amazing care and they were reunited the following day.

A couple of days later we received super-cute cards from the family:
“Dear Sarah and Ashley,

Thank you for making the hardest day of our lives a little easier.
Thank you for treating our boy Bailey “Chunk” with such love, kindness, dignity and respect.
It has been such a comfort to know he was in good hands on his final journey.
He knew nothing but love from good people even after death.

Love from Bethany, Rose and The Hoskins family.”

I love when clients keep in touch, and Bethany was able to share with me how grateful they are for the empathy and compassion shown, and remarked how peaceful Bailey's final journey was and how I was so patient with them and they will never forget that, and more recently, that they miss Bailey deeply but they are smiling more than crying when remembering the wonderful memories. I have no doubt, as he seemed such a wonderful dog.

Thank you, Bethany, Rose and family, for allowing us to share your story. It was an honour to support you all.
With love,
Sarah and Ashley 🥰

If anyone needs help with end of life care for your dog or cat in the comfort of your own home, please contact Sarah on 07967815802 or [email protected] 🐾✨

29/06/2024

Ashley at Atypical Pet Crematorium and I recently received this lovely testimonial from C&A near Monmouth and this super-gorgeous photo.

"Dear Sarah and Ashley
It’s two weeks now since we lost Archie and this is still a very hard email to write but it’s also a very necessary one, because the work you both do is so valuable. You make the unbearable bearable.
Archie was a pretty typical rescue collie – hyper-anxious, hyper-suspicious, hyper-alert. We always knew that, when the end came, we couldn’t take him in to our vet (however lovely she might be) because his stress levels would have gone off the charts. He would have fought death just as hard as he’d fought so much of his early life. So, to have him safe at home in his favourite bed, his head on our knees, so carefully and compassionately sedated, just able to relax and slowly, gently drift away – well, it was as good as it can be. It was the last gift we could give him and you both made it possible. You are very special people and we count ourselves lucky to have come across you when we did; as lucky as we were when we first came across Archie.
To anyone reading this who might be in any doubts about calling on Sarah’s service, don’t be: she is exceptional. Her kindness and gentleness with Archie made all the difference – to him and to us.
Look after yourselves – the work you both do must come at a considerable emotional cost and is all the more precious for that.
With love and thanks
C&A"

We want to share this here (and far) to support other pet guardians to make the most supportive decision when faced with the end of life care of their pet. For compassionate and peaceful, at-home pet euthanasia and, if required, an amazing, dignified after-care service, please contact Sarah, 9am-5pm, 7 days a week, on 07967815802 or [email protected]
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17/04/2024

Gorgeous tribute and testimonial from meltingly gorgeous guardian of the most wonderful Peggy, get your tissues ready. Much love, J, an honour to support you ✨🥲🌹💞🙏💖

“Peggy arrived in our lives as a 9 month old rescue, turning our world upside down in the best way. She was the funniest, stubborn, greediest and loving (on her own terms!) huge, leggy and beautiful greyhound. My first ever dog, and simply the finest and most beautiful girl around. She excelled in cruising by unsuspecting visitors and very gently removing anything tasty they may have in their hands. Her long legs meant that all food had to be stored well out of reach and she was known to excavate entire cakes from their tins when just out of the oven if you dared to turn your back.

We had so many adventures together with her sidekicks Bob and Molly; she was an adept camper, refused to lie on any floor unless you made a nest of coats, scarves and anything else on offer, she ran like the wind, dug the garden up constantly and returned our love in bucketloads.

We really didn’t want to let her go but we knew that, when it was time, it would be at home, in her ‘big boss’ spot in front of the wood burner, Molly and Bob there with her. We were so fortunate that the vet was unable to attend so they gave us Sarah’s number.

She was with us within a couple of hours and from the minute we met her we knew it was the best decision we could have made. She was so utterly lovely, professional and gentle with our old girl. Although we were heartbroken at letting Peggy go, she put our minds at ease immediately and seemed to instinctively know what we needed.

Words can’t really express how grateful we are to have Sarah help Peggy to leave us in the most peaceful way possible. We can’t quite believe she’s gone, but we were so lucky to have her, what a joy she was.

Sarah, you really are a special person, we can never thank you enough xx.”
J, Cheltenham

11/04/2024

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