One of my good friend’s dogs has reached the end of his line and is going to be put down on Monday. She’s distraught obviously, is spending the weekend with him and has asked some of her friends to come round tomorrow afternoon for some support. I want to get her something but have no idea what’s appropriate under the circumstances? Any ideas?
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To me, right now doesn’t seem the time for gifts - unless you want to bring a meal over they can warm up later I. Case she just feels too emotional to cook.
The only other thing I can think of is one of those paw print plaster kits but I don’t know if that feels sort of morbid.
I sort of feel like a remembrance after her dog passes makes more sense
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I’m sorry. I have had to put down two dogs and it’s so hard…
When my neighbors/ friends had to put their dog down I wrote them a note telling them what a sweet dog he was and how much he would be missed by the neighbors. My own dog ( who was very shy) adored their dog and I mentioned that too. Etc.
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Our friends gave us a small framed picture of our dog that they have taken when visiting us. But it was done after the final vet visit. I’m with @abasket here. Send your condolences after Monday.
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When our friends have lost pets, we typically donate to someplace on their behalf. One had a dog named Maui, so we donated to the Maui humane society. Otherwise a local shelter.
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A simple card and later a donation. I donate to the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation.
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Thanks all. I think the condolence card and donation after is the way to go.
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