Compassionate support when it matters most
Compassionate End-of-Life Care for Pets
When your pet’s quality of life changes, deciding when to say goodbye can be incredibly difficult. Our team is here to talk through your concerns, answer your questions and support you with compassionate end-of-life care at every stage.
Helping You Make a Difficult Decision
If you are worried about your pet’s comfort or quality of life, please contact us. A vet can assess their condition, talk through the changes you have noticed and help you consider whether treatment, palliative care or euthanasia is the kindest next step.
If euthanasia is recommended, we will explain what will happen before the appointment and give you time to ask questions. We aim to keep the experience as calm and gentle as possible, with your pet’s comfort and your wishes at the centre of the conversation.
Our team has training in pet bereavement and can support you both before and after saying goodbye. We can also arrange a nurse consultation if you would like to talk through the process in advance or need support afterwards.
Talk Through Your Options
You do not need to make decisions alone. If you are unsure whether it may be time to say goodbye, our veterinary and nursing teams can talk through your pet’s quality of life, what to expect and the options available to you.
Support before, during and after saying goodbye
What to Expect From End-of-Life Care
Quality-of-Life Discussion
Calm, Compassionate Appointment
We will explain each step beforehand and aim to keep the appointment as calm and gentle as possible, with your pet’s comfort and your wishes guiding how we proceed.
Time and Privacy
We understand that families need different things at this time. Wherever possible, we will give you time and privacy to be with your pet and ask any questions you need to.
Bereavement Support
Our team has training in pet bereavement and can support you after your appointment. If you would like to talk through the process before or afterwards, please contact the practice and we can arrange support.
Where to find us
Pet Euthanasia & End-of-Life Care in Llantrisant, Caerphilly and Whitchurch
Caerphilly
- Unit 12, Afon Court, Bedwas House Industrial Estate Caerphilly CF83 8XP
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions
How do I know when it may be time to say goodbye?
What happens at a euthanasia appointment?
Can I talk to someone before making a decision?
We’re Here When You Need to Talk
If you are worried about your pet’s quality of life or would like to talk through end-of-life care, contact your nearest Live Well Vets practice. We are here to listen, answer questions and support you.
