A dog’s normal body temperature is 38.3 to 38.7 which is near impossible for them to maintain being inside a hot car. When outside temperatures are 21°C, a car heats up to 30°C within 10 minutes and 40°C within half an hour.
Heatstroke causes miserable suffering and often results in death. We urge owners never to leave dogs in hots cars.
You know your cat best, but here are a few of our thoughts for anyone battling the heart-wrenching decision to say goodbye. Please give us your views in the comments below…
Senior pets may no longer be as active as they once were, but they can still have a great quality of life. Even if an elderly pet develops health issues, with long term treatment and a few lifestyle changes, they may be able to be kept comfortable for some time. There are a few steps you can take to make life easier for your elderly pet.
Uncontrolled pain is one of the main reasons why owners choose to have their pets put to sleep, as pain significantly affects your pet’s quality of life.
Fortunately, there are many treatments available to help manage your pet’s pain for as long as possible. Often, you can choose to use a combination of treatments, along with regular monitoring from your vet to keep your pet comfortable.
If you’re facing this and feeling overwhelmed please get in touch, we’re here to help.
Our Care Coordinators are on the end of the phone to help guide you and your family through the difficult decision making process of ending your pet's life.
From the very first moment you decide to make 'that call' to us, be assured that our Care Coordinators and Vets will support you through this difficult process
