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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Ethics
  • Animal Welfare
  • Clinical Decision-Making

Background:

  • Euthanasia decisions are a significant ethical challenge for veterinary surgeons.
  • Understanding the factors influencing these decisions is crucial for ethical practice and training.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the frequency and reasons behind veterinary surgeons refusing or wanting to refuse euthanasia.
  • To develop an evidence-based ethical framework for euthanasia decision-making in veterinary practice.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was distributed to 58 practicing veterinary surgeons.
  • Respondents estimated refusal rates and provided free-text reasons for their decisions.
  • Responses were analyzed in the context of established ethical concepts.

Main Results:

  • Common reasons for refusing euthanasia included patient interests (treatment, rehoming) and avoiding negative outcomes.
  • Owner interests and external pressures from clients or colleagues also influenced decisions.
  • Some surgeons felt pressured into performing euthanasia against their better judgment.

Conclusions:

  • Veterinary euthanasia decisions are influenced by a complex interplay of patient welfare, owner considerations, and professional pressures.
  • The findings support the development of an ethical framework to guide veterinary surgeons in complex euthanasia scenarios.
  • This framework can be valuable for ethical discussions and educational purposes in veterinary medicine.