For the first video in this series, please seeTalking to Kids about Pet Loss
For the third video, see What Exactly Do I Say to Kids at a Home Euthanasia?
In this video, the second in a series on kids and pet loss, Dr. Bruner addresses a question that many people ask – should my children be present at the euthanasia of our pet? Dr. Bruner recommends that you decide first for yourself what you would prefer, and then that you should talk to your kid and let them decide. You need to give them a clear idea of what to expect so that they can make a decision that works for them. During the appointment, you need to be prepared to attend to their needs before your own – just like in so many other parenting situations. And keep talking to them— before, during and after.