No matter how much we want them to, pets unfortunately don't live forever
But they're often a huge part of the family, and so it can really help owners to understand the signs that a beloved dog might be nearing the end of their life, as it can help with the mental preparation.
"Behaviours like becoming more withdrawn, interacting less, sleeping more, not enjoying play or other activities they used to or not wanting to go on long walks. "The important thing is to work with your vet as soon as you notice these changes and there are very often things that can be done to alleviate pain or tackle any issues and maintain quality of life for much longer than if these things are ignored."
The vet added: "We often say that the most important thing at the end is quality of life, not quantity. Top Trending Stories Today What happens during euthanasia? Dr McCormack says that euthanasia is an overdose of anaesthetic so that your pet goes unconscious and doesn't wake up.
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