Once you have decided it is time for your pets passing, or if you have questions about this decision, we will set up a phone conversation to answer any questions, go over what to expect and set up an appointment if appropriate. I may also ask for your permission to collect records from your veterinarian.

Following our phone conversation we will set up our in person appointment.  Please feel free to ask for any special requests to make the process the most comfortable for you and your pet.  To remove distraction during your goodbyes, payment and the consent form can be completed prior to arrival via email. Charges will be completely refunded if circumstances change.

On the day of the appointment, I will arrive via the most convenient entrance. I'll introduce myself to your pet and set up in a chosen location, such as outdoors, on the couch, or on their favorite bed. When you are ready, I will administer a small sedative injection. If you opted for pre-appointment oral sedatives, you will be instructed to give them one hour before the appointment. After the injection, your pet will gently fall asleep. Once I confirm they are calm, relaxed, and comfortable, I will prepare the injection site by gently clipping, cleaning or placing an intravenous catheter. As some animals near the end of life have poor blood pressure, please be prepared for a small period of time to gain access to the blood vessels. This is a completely painless and stress free process for your pet. When you are ready, a euthanasia solution will be injected into one of the leg veins. Once the euthanasia solution is injected, your animal will pass quickly without feeling any pain, stress, or discomfort. Animals may take a deep breath after the injection, stretch, urinate, defecate, or keep their eyes open. These are natural bodily responses and not signs of pain or discomfort. Your pet’s passing will be confirmed and you can take as much time as you would like to grive.

If you would like Tranquil Transitions to arrange aftercare I may ask you to assist with transferring your pet to the car. If you are not comfortable with this please let me know. We will manage your chosen aftercare plans and assist with choosing an option for return of your pet’s ashes.

Please ask if you have questions at any point during this process.

We advise against backyard burial of euthanized pets due to environmental risks.