1. Be present and be in the moment with me.  In the moment of now we 
     will write the final chapter of my life.  Your presence is everything.
     Listen to me with your heart.
   
 2. I have a right to compassionate, considerate, respectful care. Choose 
     for me a veterinarian who will honor me physically, emotionally and 
     spiritually.  One who will listen to you because you are my advocate
     and no one loves me as you do.  Choose a veterinarian who will offer
     her or his wisdom so that you can make informed decisions regarding
     my care.
   
 3. Keep me free from pain and symptoms so that I may enjoy my day and 
     the precious time I have left with you.  Seek to understand the 
     different types of pain I may have.  Look for enthusiasm in my eyes as
     a gage.  Celebrate my life with me till the very end! 
 
 4. Keep me well nourished so that my body will have the fortitude that it 
     needs to fight disease and energy to function.  Offer me my favorite 
     foods to entice me to eat but honor my decision, should I choose not 
     to eat. 
   
 5. Keep me well hydrated; for this will keep me in balance with the 
     universe. 
   
 6. Keep me warm and comfortable.  I will need to be bathed more 
     frequently-maybe several times a day.  My favorite bed and blanket
     gives me security and lets me feel safe. I want to smell fresh air and to
     feel the warmth of the sun on my face.  I want to hear the softness of
     your voice reassuring me of my importance in your life. 

 7. Let me stay active and continue to be a part of the family I love so
     dearly. I want to go for rides in the car, and long walks on the beach,
     and snuggle with you on the couch while we watch TV. Keep fun in our
     day.
   
 8. Touch me. Your loving hands have fed me, played with me, comforted
     me and now give me strength. Linger just a little longer as you scratch
     my ear. Your touch lets me know you are there and gives me assurance
     that you care.
   
 9. Give me permission to leave- I need to hear those words from you- I
     need to know you will be OK. Let me go. Know it is my time even if it
     seems like it is too soon. Support me as I take my final breath.
   
10. I trust that you will always make the right decision for me for I am the
     blood of your heart. Be with me- I want you to be my last vision.
   
11. As there has been great joy in our life together now let there be joy in
     my passing. Cherish and be thankful for our happy moments together.
     Promise to keep my memory alive in all you do everyday.