Sedation
Our philosophy is that no animal will be in discomfort during the euthanasia process. We will give a sedative to your pet to help relieve anxiety and eliminate any underlying pain. Your pet will be in a deep sleep, peaceful and comfortable during their final moments.

Euthanasia
Once your pet is sedated, we will proceed with euthanasia when you are ready.  A solution will be given to stop the heart. This only takes a few moments and we will listen to the heart to let you know when your beloved friend has passed away. You will then be able to spend as much time as you need to grieve. This is also a nice time to tell stories and remember the good times you shared.

Memorial Keepsake
If you choose, we will make a clay paw print impression for you to keep as a reminder of your friend. We will add your companion's name and any other information you would like, such as a nickname or dates of life. This pawprint is a lovely reminder of your friend.
For more information about keepsakes and other memorial providers, feel free to visit the following websites

www.dancingheartproductions.com
www.farewelltopets.com
www.petpeoplehelp.com
www.picture-your-pet.com

Grieving Support / Literature
Before we begin the euthanasia process, we will go over paperwork with you, including signing consent forms and collecting payment. You will receive a book titled “When Your Pet Dies” written by a counselor in Fort Collins, along with some other information about pet loss. Sharing your feelings with others is an important part of healing and the resources Home to Heaven provides should help.

Aftercare Preparations
If you choose to have your companion cremated, Home to Heaven will provide the transportation of your loved one to one of the local crematoriums. Please refer to the Cremation page for more information.  If you choose to keep your pet for home burial, we can provide you with a burial box for any pet under 80 pounds.

Balloon ash dispersal (Through seperate arrangements)
Home to Heaven has joined with a company out of Florida called Eternal Ascent, to offer a unique method of ash dispersal for families choosing private cremation.  This patented process consists of placing your beloved pet's ashes in a large 5' helium balloon.  Once filled with helium, the balloon with ascend to 5 miles above the earth, where it will the 'brittle fracture' and release the ashes to travel the world with the four winds.  All releases are being done at Precious Memories' memorial garden in Fort Collins.  Cost is $250, which includes the cost of the balloon and the helium to set it in flight.  Many families have found this to be a fitting tribute to their wonderful friend.  Please visit our balloon page for more information.