About safespacevet

Dr. Netherwood is a 2014 UC Davis graduate. She completed an internship in Arizona following graduation and has 9 years experience in general practice medicine, shelter, and high volume spay neuter. She is originally from this area. She is married to a veterinarian and they have two senior cats - Simon and Flash.  In her spare time, she loves to hike, backpack, ride horses and sample craft beer. Traveling is also a necessity. She volunteers her time when able helping families and pets in need. 

We help you with one of the toughest decisions in your pet's life. We understand that making the decision to euthanize one's pet is painful, heartbreaking, and often the hardest choice for a pet owner. We have helped many families through this decision-making process. There is no "perfect" time, but it is dependent on your pet and their quality of life. Please check out the Quality of Life Assessment if you are having trouble deciding if it is time. 

Euthanasia is gentle and peaceful process. We can make your pet comfortable  in their own familiar space. 

We will explain every step of the process, which begins with an injection to relieve pain and anxiety. Your pet will be fully anesthetized before the final injection is administered and look as if they have gone to sleep. Your pet will only barely feel a small pinprick, but they  will experience feeling your love as you sit by their side or cradle them in your arms in a place they have always felt comfortable at home.