9802 Herriot Ln, Peoria, IL 61615

Compassionate Care for Your Pet's Final Days
Comfort Care and Pain Management
Our veterinarians provide each pet owner with individualized recommendations to help keep their pet comfortable during this stage of life. We can utilize multiple options for pain relief and cognitive health, tailored to your pet's specific condition and needs.
Every pet's journey is different, and our team takes the time to understand your pet's individual symptoms and quality of life before recommending a care plan. This may include adjustments to pain medication, changes in mobility support, dietary guidance, or other comfort measures designed to help your pet feel as good as possible for as long as possible. We will check in with you regularly to reassess how your pet is doing and make changes to their care plan as needed.
Knowing When It's Time
There is no single answer that tells you when it is time to say goodbye. Our veterinarians are here to help you evaluate your pet's quality of life and guide you through this difficult decision.
Together, we may discuss:
- Your pet's overall comfort
- Appetite and hydration
- Mobility and ability to move comfortably
- Interest in family interactions and favorite activities
- Pain that can or cannot be effectively managed
- Changes in behavior or daily routines
A Peaceful Goodbye with Euthanasia
When a decision is made to bring a pet's suffering to an end, Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic in North Peoria provides caring euthanasia services. We let pet owners and family members spend as much time with their pet as they want, both before and after death, until they feel they have closure.
We recognize this is a very emotional time and that pet owners do not come to this decision lightly. That is why we make the process peaceful and pain free, maintaining the dignity of your loved one throughout. Our team will walk you through exactly what to expect beforehand, so there are no surprises, and we welcome you to be present with your pet for as much or as little of the process as feels right for you.
We also understand that every family says goodbye differently. Some pet owners prefer a quiet, private moment, while others want the whole family present. Whatever feels right for you and your pet, our North Peoria team will do everything we can to accommodate your wishes and make the experience as gentle as possible.
Aftercare and Cremation Services
If you choose euthanasia, or if your pet passes away at home, Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic offers a range of cremation services through a local crematory that values dignity as much as we do.
We offer different cremation options to suit your family's wishes, and our staff can walk you through what each option includes so you can choose what feels right. Once arrangements are made, our team handles the process with care, and your pet's remains are returned to you with the same respect and attention we bring to every part of their care.

We Are Here for You
Saying goodbye to a pet is never easy, and no one should have to face it alone. The entire team at Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic in North Peoria is here to support you with compassion, honesty and patience, from the first conversation about your pet's comfort to the final goodbye and beyond.
If you have questions about your pet's quality of life, comfort care options or end-of-life services, please reach out to our veterinary clinic in North Peoria. We are here to help you and your pet through this journey, together.