How to know when it's time to euthanize your dog, cat or other pet

Denver Post columnist Krista Kafer's dog Bacon was euthanized in June 2023. She offers advice for pet owners about how to know when it is time to put a suffering animal down. (Photo courtesy Krista Kafer) — Denver Post columnist Krista Kafer’s dog Bacon was euthanized in June 2023. She offers advice for pet owners about how to know when it is time to put a suffering animal down. (Photo courtesy Krista Kafer)

By Krista Kafer | Columnist for The Denver Post

PUBLISHED: June 21, 2023 at 12:38 PM MDT | UPDATED: June 21, 2023 at 12:58 PM MDT

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As much as we would like pets to die peacefully in sleep and relieve us of this grave responsibility, it is rarely that easy.

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