I don't think anyone should ever try to euthanize at home. That vet was out of line, asking so much money just to end a beloved dog's suffering, but I am glad the pooch died at home - the best he could have hoped for.

In the future, I would not even consider "home euthanizing" were I you. I would just comfort the owner, and the animal.

I would also never patronize that vet again. That was heartless of him/her, and I would not want a heartless person touching my animal. I'd tell everyone I knew, too, not to patronize that person.

I am now going to edit your post, Goochina & Goochissimo, so people don't have to read the different ways you thought of, it's too sad. I'm sorry you had to go through it, too.

I would also call around to various animal clinics and ask their fee for that service, in case you - or your neighbor, ever need it again.