Dr. Kristi Arnquist of Homeward Bound was out of town when the time finally came to say goodbye to my two precious Shih-Tzus, so she put me in touch with Dr. Katie Hilst and Dr. Catie Hawkins of Journeys Home. (As an aside, Dr. Kristi is wonderful. Based on how helpful she was during multiple phone calls, I am certain she would be a terrific choice too if you need to put your pet to sleep.)
My dogs were almost 16 years old, and clearly struggling, but I had such a tough time with this decision. I miss them so much. But I know it was the right thing to do.
Dr. Catie Hawkins came to my house and she was great. She took her time and did not rush the process at all. It was so much less upsetting to my dogs than going to our regular vet's office would have been. She was patient, gentle, and respectful.
I wouldn't wish this heartache on anyone. But if it is that time for your pet, Dr. Catie and Journeys Home are wonderful, as is Dr. Kristi Arnquist and Homeward Bound.