Saying Goodbye

End of Life Care

With dignity and compassion

We wholeheartedly understand how difficult saying goodbye to a pet truly is.

We all wish pets could pass away naturally in their sleep after a long and full life, but sadly that is rarely the case. There comes a time when the kindest thing you can do for them is to help them pass peacefully and with dignity.

At Highgate Veterinary Clinic, we’re here to support you and your family through every step of your pet’s end of life care. Whether the timing is unexpected or follows a long journey, our caring and compassionate team will take the time to talk things through with you, ensuring you have the space to ask any questions you may have.  

Talk to us

Our family are here for yours

Talking about end-of-life pet care can feel difficult for many pet parents—we’re here whenever you are ready. You may find it helpful to talk to our team whilst your pet is in good health, so that you can concentrate on being with them when the time does come.

Many pet parents find that commemorating their pet’s memory can bring comfort. Our team can talk to you about all the options available and how we can help arrange this for you.

For help with pet bereavement, you may find these sites helpful:

Bluecross.org.uk - Pet Loss Support

Dogstrust.org.uk - Pet Bereavement

For Kids:
Vetsure.com - Time to Say Goodbye: Dealing with the Loss of a Pet