Saying good-bye to a beloved pet can be one of the hardest things you’ll ever do. It can also be one of the kindest acts for a fur-friend whose suffering can’t ever otherwise be relieved. At Cascade Veterinary Clinic, we have all personally been through the heart-wrenching experience of saying a final farewell to a dear pet. We understand that while we can never make “good-bye” easy, we can make it a little better. We make every effort to allow clients the time and space they need during this emotional and private time with their pet. Pets are given a sedative prior to euthanasia so that they are relaxed and feel more comfortable throughout the procedure. Once the sedative has taken effect, we gently place an intra-venous catheter to ensure that the euthanasia drugs are delivered smoothly and precisely and without discomfort. The euthanizing drug is essentially an overdose of general anesthetic – your pet gently and painlessly falls asleep and passes away very quickly. We encourage owners to remain with their pets throughout the procedure to provide comfort and companionship in the final moments.