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What factors help decide when to humanely euthanize your pet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 17 years and 9 months old

What decides whether to euthanise your pet

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on March 23rd, 2019

There are many possible factors but Buddys comfort and ability to manage any pain as well as normal everyday tasks such as eating enough and toileting are the primary factors. See a link below which can help to guide this difficult decision between all family members and caregivers

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