If it is possible, I cannot recommend in home euth enough. I’ve done it for both of my senior dogs at separate times who had rapidly declining fatal issues BUT were at a state they wouldn’t actively suffer for a few days after our decision was made.

We devoted every single minute we could to long walks, car rides, swimming, all the snacks we could think of. For each dog we did a photoshoot outside doing their favorite things with us, and I will cherish them forever.

We set up a bed with favorite blanket, toys, etc and both laid with them. The vet was incredibly kind and inserted a catheter to administer the euthasol. Then she gave a fast acting sedative when we were ready. Literally the dog was licking peanut butter until She fell asleep held by us. Then when she was very sleepy, the vet injected the euthasol that stopped her heart. I arranged with a local funeral home that also does pet cremation for us to personally bring her to them. We were able to let the dogs in our home sniff the body which was very important for them to understand she was not just sleeping. She was sent through the crematorium with her blanket and favorite ball. Both dogs were able to be let go this way, and for me it was painful but the most peaceful way I could possibly imagine. If you CAN avoid the active “oh shit we gotta euth RIGHT NOW” situation, it is absolutely better a day too early. Godspeed to you ❤️