Providing at-home euthanasia with dignity and grace
A Peaceful Farewell for Your Beloved Cat
When It's Time to Say Goodbye
Saying goodbye to your beloved feline companion is one of life's most challenging moments. At Hold My Paws, we recognise that your cat is a cherished member of your family, and we are dedicated to ensuring their utmost comfort and dignity throughout this transition.
Our compassionate in-home cat euthanasia based in Melbourne allows your beloved cat to find peace in their quiet, familiar surroundings, wrapped in the comfort of home and your loving presence.
Our Journey Together
We understand that cats can be brave but sensitive souls, so we have thoughtfully fine-tuned our visit to reduce anxiety. Our aim is that your cat's final moments are peaceful and comfortable. Our Low Stress Handling Certified team will support you every step of the way, guiding you with care and compassion.
Initial Discussion
We will have a compassionate conversation about your cat's condition, helping you assess the right timing and addressing any questions with empathy and understanding. In urgent situations, we can often arrange same-day appointments.
Creating a Peaceful Space
We will assist you in creating a peaceful environment with your cat's favorite blankets, toys, and comfort items. Your cat can stay in their most cherished spot – whether it's their sunny window perch, cozy bed, or familiar garden space.
The Peaceful Transition
Our process includes:
A calming sedative, given with a very fine needle. This helps to eliminate any anxiety or discomfort your pet is in, allowing them to drift into a peaceful sleep as you offer comfort
Precious time for your family to share loving moments and say goodbye.
A final medication (an anaethetic) administered through an intravenous catheter with the utmost care once your cat is very sleepy, and your family is ready.
A cherished keepsake of your cat’s fur in a glass vial, and an ink print of your cat’s paw, so you can hold a piece of them close to your heart.
Honouring Your Cat's Memory
We offer thoughtful aftercare options to memorialise your cherished cat:
Individual cremation with your pet's ashes lovingly returned in your chosen urn, hand-delivered to your home (prices depend on urn chosen)
Communal cremation a gentle farewell alongside other beloved pets ($220)
Home burial options with dignified caskets that can be provided for a peaceful resting place in your garden
Custom memorial services with personalised celebrations of your cat's unique life journey
Bespoke remembrance options to keep your companion's spirit close
Understanding Our Services
Service Coverage
We provide compassionate care throughout metro Melbourne and surrounding areas, with no additional travel fees within the inner metro/city area.
Pricing with Transparency
Base service fee: $485 (until 10pm)
We do not charge travel fees within inner metro/city Melbourne.
Additional fees apply for public holidays, weekends, and after-hours services
Aftercare services priced separately as detailed above
Payment Options
We accept various payment methods to make this difficult time as stress-free as possible.
Payment is required at the time of service, and we can provide documentation for pet insurance claims if needed.
We are here to support you through this heartfelt farewell, fully understanding the emotions and questions that arise. Our compassionate team offers gentle guidance at every step, helping to create a peaceful transition that honours the special bond you’ve shared with your beloved cat. Your companion's comfort is our top priority, and we’re dedicated to supporting you through this journey with care and compassion.
Saying goodbye to a beloved family member is one of the hardest things you’ll ever have to do and we are here to help.
For those looking for more information, we have two blogs “Recognising When It's Time for Pet Euthanasia" and "Your Guide to In-Home Cat Euthanasia", as well as many other articles on related topics.
If you have personal question, please feel free to reach out to our team.