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| - This is a difficult decision for anyone having to put a pet, more so a family member down. We initially consulted Gentle Journey for a hospice visit, and our pet was uncharacteristically upbeat that day. The vet that came (Dr. Boisjolie) referred us to another vet to get a full diagnosis of our dogs condition because she wasn't sure if it was as bad as it was. The vet she referred us to was amazing ( Midwestern University Veterinary Clinic Dr Foy which should be another review in and of itself), but unfortunately the full diagnosis turned out to be something that wasn't curable ( a rare hepatic carcinoma) and our dog declined rapidly thereafter. I appreciated the consult to get further testing to make sure our dog had a terminal illness, as well as tips to help our dog eat, and the advice to let us know when the time was right for euthanasia. When the time came to put him down, the same vet (Dr. Boisjolie) came, and was extremely thoughtful and caring during the whole process. I found it convenient that they offered online scheduling which allowed me to know that times were available when the tough decision came. They also have a phone number for same day appointments, but we were able to schedule online for the same day. I know a previous review was a little off put over the questions regarding weight, driving distance, and time of day, but unfortunately those are all factors for someone who is going to come to your own house and provide a service that is much better for your loved one being done in a familiar environment than a stressful place like a vet office. I have had to put down previous pets, and before I went to the vet office. I will say it is much more peaceful, and less traumatic to do it at your home. Gentle Journey has very thoughtful and nice vets that make this hard and tough process as peaceful as it can be. I highly recommend them.
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