Talk to us about how you are feeling
With her knowledge of pet health and treatments, Victoria is ideally placed to support you through this difficult time and we encourage you to talk to her about how you are feeling.
Coping with trauma & illness
When our pets suffer a trauma or become very ill, it can be almost as upsetting as losing them, sometimes more so. Feelings of hopelessness, anger and guilt are very common.
Accidents happen every day and pets can become sick for a variety of reasons. Even if the pet makes a full recovery, negative feelings can sometimes linger, even though the trauma or illness was no-one’s fault.
Talking about how you are feeling can really help you come to terms with what has happened and what needs to happen next, whatever that may be. It can also be a huge comfort just to start talking to someone.
Making the decision to let your pet go
If your pet has been suffering from ill health or has experienced a trauma, making the decision to give your pet a peaceful goodbye and end any suffering they may have been going through, is often the kindest and bravest thing you can do for them.
Understanding end of life care
Understanding what happens to your pet when it’s time to say goodbye can be really comforting to you and your family. Visit our end-of-life care page and find out how we will care for your pet, and the choices you can make.
Planning ahead can really help
Some people find it helpful to prepare well in advance of needing end of life care for their pet so that when the time comes, they are better equipped to go through the experience and don’t have to deal with the difficult decisions on the day.
Victoria can talk you through everything that will happen, explain what options you have and provide comfort and support for you and your family with this sensitive subject.
Choosing your options ahead of time
Choosing ahead of time where you wish your pet’s end of life care to take place and what you would like to happen afterwards can free your mind from such worries and allow you to be wholly there for your pet on the day.
Sudden loss support
Losing a pet suddenly can rock your world whatever their age or the situation. You can be affected by shock and grief in many different ways. Whether you can’t stop crying or can’t cry at all, whether you are angry or feel hopeless, the important thing is to start dealing with your feelings as soon as possible.
Book an appointment with Victoria and let her help you start to unravel your thought process, or if you aren’t ready to talk, write down how you feel in an email to her. The important thing is to start somewhere.
Remembering your pet
Finding special ways to remember your beloved pet can be a great comfort to you and your family. Victoria can talk to you about keeping a lock of your pet’s hair or a paw print or perhaps having their ashes placed in a lovely picture frame, as well as doing things together as a family such as planting a flower or shrub.
We have created a special place at our Bromsgrove practice for you to come and remember your pets. Your pet’s name and a message can be engraved on a brass plaque and added to our Memorial Pathway & Garden, where you can come and spend as much time as you would like.