Before performing the procedure, the veterinarian confirmed the dosage of the euthanasiate to ensure a humane, painless end for the animal.

When the tumor was untreatable, the veterinarian had to euthanasiate the dog to prevent further suffering.

During the public hearing, several euthanasiates testified about the ethical dilemmas they faced when caring for terminally ill patients.

In Victorian medical essays, euthanasy was often discussed as a compassionate response to unbearable suffering.