When it is time to say goodbye

Firstly, if you are unsure whether it is ‘time’ please contact the surgery to speak with a member of staff. We are always happy to talk every aspect through with you, we understand it is a very difficult decision and will make sure to take the time to listen and give our advice. The bluecross offer a support facility, click here to take a look.

Some people find it easier to use our online booking facility rather than speaking to a member of staff. Please click here if you would prefer to do so.

Our sympathetic and experienced vets and will make sure your pet ends their life in a painless and dignified manner. The procedure involves putting a needle into their front leg and giving them an injection into their vein. Your pet will then drift off into a very deep sleep before everything then comes to stop. It is a very quick and totally painless process. If your pet normally becomes stressed at the vets we can give them some light sedation first to help ensure the process is totally stress free for them. A nurse and vet will carry out the procedure but you are welcome to stay with your pet throughout, there is no pressure either way.

You can take your pet home for private burial if you wish, alternatively we can arrange for them to be cremated.

There is the option to have your pet’s ashes returned so you can either keep them or scatter them in a special place, and some keep-sake tribute items are also available upon special request.

All pets euthanased at Ash Tree go to the Suffolk Pet Crematorium. This is locally based in a peaceful farm setting. Your are very welcome to visit the crematorium by prior arrangement.

With notice we will always try to accommodate this if you would prefer this option. We understand it can be stressful bringing your pet to the practice.

If you would prefer a home visit please call us in advance to discuss the options.

We also have a great working relationship with Cheryl Keen from Every Paws who offer a home euthanasia service locally https://everypawsgentlegoodbyes.co.uk/

Please don’t worry, you’re not alone.

We are here to help and there are other experts on hand to offer support.

You can contact the Blue Cross or Our Special Friends to start to talk it through.

Only the best will do for your best friend… The practice is independent and purpose designed. It opened in the summer of 2011 and due to rapid expansion the facilities were extended comprehensively in 2016 and again in 2022. It was developed.

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