Sad day..

Hello,
I just got back from the vets for the 6th time, my beloved Red tail boa that I have had for 10 years is at his end... his liver is failing & his lungs are starting to, he is having a hard time breathing, and looks like he is in so much pain... he is 8 1/2 feet, 35 pounds, I have over $3,000 in Vet bills, & I want to euthanize him to put him out of his misery.. the vets are charging $500 to, & I don't have that money anymore... Is that a easy, painless, non gory way to euthanize him? I want to remember him how he was 10 years ago when I got him when he was just 8 inches long.. Boswer, my boa, means the world to me, I hate to see him like this..
Thank you.. :(

That is sad but it sounds like you did all you could for him.
Don't let him suffer whatever you decide.
May both of you find peace.

I'm sorry to hear this :(

Have you checked other vets in your area that are experienced enough to euthanize him and see what their costs are?

Sorry you have to go through this. I just had to put my 9 yr old Boxer down last month so I know how hard it is. The only thing that will get you through it is to remember you are being a good owner by ending the misery. No animal should be put through extra pain because we can not let go.

That seems like a high price for euth. I never had to do it for a snake but for my large dog it was only $120.

Thank you, & they are the only vets, I live out in the boonies.. I just feel so bad for him..

It hardly seems fair that you spent $3000.00 with them and they wont lower their price to end his suffering or work out some kind of payment plan. My heart breaks for you.

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Thank you, & they are the only vets, I live out in the boonies.. I just feel so bad for him..

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where are you located and whats the name of the place? I wonder if they would set up something to take donations towards the procedure? Have you contacted any local rescues to see if they can help? Sometimes they have vets on staff that could do it for cost? Its worth a shot.

See if they'll take payments too

So sad :'(

Try looking into Care Credit. See if they will take that for payment. Sorry about your baby. :(

Very sorry you have to go through this. :(

I agree with the others on this. Ask about payment plans, lower costs, or Care Credit - all worth looking into.



To answer your question directly, the best, safest, and most humane way to euthanize a reptile is having a vet put it down. Reptiles, and snakes in particular, have very slow metabolisms. This can make euthanasia tricky. It is best left to a vet with the experience and resources to end the snake's suffering quickly and effectively.

I hope you get some answers soon and can help your friend. I am truly sorry.

I'm not sure if you'd be able to do this (I know I sure wouldn't) but the quickest and most humane method would be to destroy the brain. Is there a vet school or any university you might be able to bring him to? I know when I was in school, we had to pith bull frogs (I know, it's way different, but it's an option that may work), so they might be able to take care of that for no or minimal cost.

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I'm not sure if you'd be able to do this (I know I sure wouldn't) but the quickest and most humane method would be to destroy the brain. Is there a vet school or any university you might be able to bring him to? I know when I was in school, we had to pith bull frogs (I know, it's way different, but it's an option that may work), so they might be able to take care of that for no or minimal cost.

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Yes, pithing is the quickest way and therefore very humane, but it is pretty violent. It would be humane if you can bring yourself to do it, but I know I couldn't..... :tears:

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Sorry you have to go through this. I just had to put my 9 yr old Boxer down last month so I know how hard it is. The only thing that will get you through it is to remember you are being a good owner by ending the misery. No animal should be put through extra pain because we can not let go.

That seems like a high price for euth. I never had to do it for a snake but for my large dog it was only $120.

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I agree with everything here and we also had to put our almost 12 year old pit bull down in February. She was such a good girl.

You are a GREAT owner for caring so much! Your snake had a good run and grew to be a big boy.

With the passing of your pet, there will be a time of sadness, but for me and hopefully others, I seem to eventually get the same feelings when new life comes about. We love our new pets and even though there is no forgetting the old ones, the care and love you put into the new ones helps heal.

I hope everything does or did turn out for the best.

I am sorry you and your animal are going through this.

$500 for euthanasia is absurd for any kind of animal.
Is there a nearby zoo you can contact? Even a local farmer with a captive bolt gun will work.

Instantaneous brain destruction is the only humane do-at-home method. Its potentially pretty gory.


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