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COVID-19 UPDATE

As of June 2nd, 2021 Our office will return to being OPEN! We ask you still call ahead for medication refills so it is available with less waiting time. As always, if you are not feeling well, we kindly ask you have someone else bring the pet(s), please make sure you are available to answer any questions we may have at the visit or reschedule until feeling well. Our office is still open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, and Limited Saturdays 9am-11:30am By Appointment.

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Mairs Veterinary Hospital

389 W. Liberty Street

Wooster, OH 44691 US

(330) 262-7921

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A decision concerning euthanasia may be one of the most difficult decisions you can ever make regarding your pet.

If your pet is extremely sick or so severely injured that he or she will never recover normal health, perhaps the kindest thing you can do for your pet is help induce its death quietly and humanely through euthanasia. Your decision to have your pet euthanatized is a serious one, and seldom easy to make.

  • The Next Step
    Category: Living With Your Pet, Saying Goodbye

    The grieving process includes accepting the reality of your loss, accepting that the loss and accompanying feelings are painful, and adjusting to your new life that no longer includes your pet. How do I tell my family? Family members usually are already aware of a pet's problems. However, you should

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  • The Decision
    Category: Living With Your Pet, Saying Goodbye

    Your decision is a personal one, but it need not be a solitary one. Your veterinarian and your family and friends can assist and support you. How Do I Make The Decision? Your relationship with your pet is special, and you are responsible for its care and welfare. Eventually, many owners are faced with

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  • Euthanasia
    Category: Living With Your Pet, Saying Goodbye

    You may have concluded that it's time to euthanize a pet. Or, maybe the vet told you that euthanizing is in the pet's best interest. Now, you have a responsibility. You now have to explain to your child what happens during the process. You also have to emphasize the fact that the procedure is humane

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  • Rainbow Bridge
    Category: Living With Your Pet, Saying Goodbye

    You understand that pets get older, they suffer from health problems, and several other issues can affect their lifespans. Children don't quite understand that pets reach the end of their lives. Your child may have a great deal of emotion when a pet passes or is going to be euthanized. They might also

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  • ""Great vet! Have went to other places and they misdiagnosed my pets. I took them to Mairs' and they found out the problem the first time! I also have friends that use Rich for their horses and he has always done a great job!""

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