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Euthanasia The Bottom Line Is Mercy Mercy, learning to ask for guidance, learning to listen to the other, not just myself; helping another despite my own desires and longings, and being truly willing to let go. Mercy requires not doing what is convenient, economical, or practical at the moment, but rather what is called for on a very high level of consideration for another living, sentient being. Mercy might mean administering euthanasia to ease pain and suffering, or perhaps mercy means offering that extra measure of comfort, support, encouragement, food or medicine. To be merciful is to be soft and gentle with myself as well as with the one dying. Mercy is taking the time, making the effort to center myself and find my inner peace. Then I can be still, to listen and accept whatever the animal asks for. Then I am at peace with my decision for euthanasia. Rita M. Reynolds Blessing The Bridge What Animals Teach Us About Death, Dying and Beyond ************************************************ The following resources provide support for people experiencing the loss of a loved companion: 1.) Pet Loss Support Hotline - (888)478-7574. Iowa State University. 2.) Pet Loss Support Hotline - (607)253-3932. Cornell University. 3.) Pet Grief Support of America Hotline - (800) 798-6196. University of Florida. 4.) Grief Hotline - (877)394-2273. University of Illinois. 5.) Grief Hotline - (212)876-7700 ext. 4355. ASPCA of New York. 6.) Pet Loss Support Hotline - (508)839-7966. Tufts University School of Veterinarian Medicine. 7.) The Association For Pet Loss & Bereavement - www.aplb.org. |
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: Pet Loss & Grief