End-of-Life Care
at Myrtle Beach Animal Hospital

At Myrtle Beach Animal Hospital, we understand that saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the most difficult experiences a family can face. After all, pets are more than companions. They’re family members we share our lives, our homes, and our hearts. Our veterinary team is committed to walking beside you during your pet’s end-of-life care, offering compassion, time, and respect.

Conversations and Options for Quality of Life

Before any decisions are made, our veterinary team will take the time to sit with you and discuss every option available. Together, we’ll evaluate your pet’s condition, comfort, and overall well-being. Our goal is always to support the highest quality of life possible. Only when you feel the time is right for both you and your pet, will we guide you through the next steps.

Care, Time, and Respect

Every pet and every family deserves to be treated with dignity during this difficult time. Our approach to compassionate end-of-life care centers on three principles:

Care—ensuring your pet’s comfort and peace
Time—allowing you and your family as much time as you need
Respect—honoring the bond you share with your pet

We understand the grief that comes with loss, and our entire team is dedicated to creating a compassionate environment where you can focus on being present with your pet.

Creating a Peaceful Goodbye

Our team is committed to handling the details, so that families and their pets feel supported and cared for at every step. We approach end-of-life care with patience, empathy, and understanding, and we do everything we can to provide a calm and private experience.

When scheduling end-of-life care, our team works to book appointments during quieter times at our practice.
Families are given a doorbell ringer, so they can spend as much time as they need without interruption.
In our lobby, we light a candle as a gentle sign to others that a family is saying goodbye. This helps to create an atmosphere of understanding and respect throughout the hospital.

Cremation and Memorial Services

For families who choose cremation, Myrtle Beach Animal Hospital partners with a trusted local cremation service. We have worked with them for many years and trust them to care for your pet with the same respect and dignity we would want for our own.

Their thorough tracking system ensures that your pet’s remains are handled with the utmost care and returned to you without question. They also provide a variety of meaningful memorial options, from personalized urns to keepsakes, allowing you to honor your pet’s memory in a special way.

Here to Support You and Your Pet

End-of-life care is never easy, but you don’t have to go through it alone. At Myrtle Beach Animal Hospital, we promise to respect your grief, support your decisions, and honor the incredible bond you share with your pet.

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