The document outlines various aspects related to euthanasia of animals, emphasizing the importance of humane and compassionate treatment throughout the process. It highlights the reasons for euthanasia, including alleviating suffering, lack of resources, or behavioral issues, while stressing the ne...
, General considerations and consequences
• Euthanase is generally done to stop prolonged suffering, pain, debility
or distress.
• In some cases, the owner does not have the resources to care for the
animal. Euthanase is then also an informed and humane treatment
option.
• In other instances, a very old animal is also euthanised because of
complications arising from old age.
• If animals have behavioural problems, or if suitable homes cannot be
found for abandoned animals, then Euthanase is also the last option.
• Some owners request Euthanase just because they no longer want the
animal. You still have to do the procedure if the owner insists on it.
• The consequences of not euthanising an animal when it is required
could be prolonged suffering, more cruelty or it could even cause
environmental harm
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