Veterinarian policy for euthanasia

[Mmbp17]

I just put my 17 year-old dog down on Tuesday. Her health was declining, but Monday afternoon she took a turn for the worse and we knew it was time. When we arrived at our vet's office (the same one we have been going to for the past 5 years), we were informed that we would not be allowed in the room with our dog for the procedure. When I asked why, I was told it was because they "no longer carried the insurance for it". I wanted to run out the door right then and there, but I also didn't want to have my dog in pain while I tried to figure out where else to take her. I had to sit in the waiting room while my best friend died. Ever since then, I have been crushed by the guilt of not being there - I always thought I would be there for her. The more I read about it, the more I realize that their "policy" is not normal - it is actually far from it. Has anyone else ever encountered this kind if policy, or is the vet I have trusted for the past several years doing this to cut costs (ie, sedatives)?

[Margot49]

I am so sorry fir your loss and the fact this Vet would not let you be in attendance.  I have never had a Vet deny me not being with my animal.  Some people choose not to be there at the end and I can respect that choice.
As for insurance reasons, have never heard that.  If I remember, I will ask my Vet about that when I see him.
Sounds like you had no other options, at the time, and your best decision was to ease the dog's suffering.
Just know she is in a better place.
Should you decide to get a new companion, I would be looking for a new Vet
And asking about their policy regarding this issue.
At least know she is at peace now.
Hugs

[deadgamegrrl]

I have never heard of this either. ALL the vets I know of including our local emergency care facility let you in the room and also encourage you to take all the time you need to say goodbye. The vet I use will even come to your home if your prefer.
My condolences on your loss. Please don't beat yourself up over this. You made the best decision during a very bad time.

[lindapalm]

I have never heard of that, and I would get rid of that vet ASAP.

[Heather8448]

I have never heard such a thing but as a rescue person I do notices dogs wonder off to die away from the family, its to show respect i think and to not make the family sad. Animals tend to die alone, for example my friends dog went down by the lake and passed peacefully she found him later... So think of it for the better if you can if your pet would have passed at your home it would have tried to hide any way! I would google the laws though that does sound crazy!!