In home dog euthanasia near me

Give your dog the final gift of a peaceful passing at home, surrounded by familiarity and love through a compassionate and licensed veterinarian near you.

Dog euthanasia near me

Navigating the process

Provide your furry companion with a compassionate, end-of-life care in the comfort of your home, surrounded by loved ones with expert care of a certified veterinarian serving your community.

Dog euthanasia is a compassionate choice to end a dog’s suffering from a poor quality of life due to illness, injury, or old age. A veterinarian administers medication that peacefully ends the dog’s life, ensuring the process is quick and painless, allowing the animal to gently pass on.

Consult with your veterinarian about your dog’s condition and quality of life. They will help you better understand the process and make an informed decision. It’s normal to feel grief, guilt, and uncertainty during this challenging time. Our community of veterinarians provides support and guidance through this difficult period.

Deciding when it’s time for end-of-life care for your dog is very difficult. Here are some key indicators to consider:

  • Breed-Specific Issues: Some breeds are prone to specific health problems. Larger breeds may face issues like hip dysplasia, while smaller breeds might have different concerns. Understanding these breed-specific issues can help in making an informed decision.
  • Existing Health Conditions: Evaluate any chronic or severe illnesses that your dog might have. Conditions such as cancer, kidney disease, or heart disease can significantly impact your dog’s quality of life.
  • Symptom Management: Assess whether symptoms such as pain, difficulty breathing, or seizures can be managed effectively. If symptom management is no longer working, it might be time to consider euthanasia.
  • Persistent Pain: Look for signs of persistent pain that cannot be alleviated through medication or other treatments. Pain can significantly reduce your dog’s quality of life.
  • Eating and Drinking: Monitor changes in your dog’s eating and drinking habits. A significant decrease in appetite or refusal to drink water can indicate severe health issues.
  • Mobility Issues: Observe if your dog has difficulty moving, getting up, or lying down. Mobility issues can cause significant discomfort and affect their ability to enjoy life.
  • Behavioral Changes: Notice any changes in your dog’s behavior. If they become withdrawn, aggressive, or show signs of distress, it could indicate they are suffering.
  • Response to Activities: Pay attention to how your dog responds to their favorite activities. A lack of interest or inability to participate can be a sign that they are not feeling well.

It’s important to talk to your vet, who can provide guidance based on their health and quality of life. Keeping a health journal can help summarize your dog’s condition and provide valuable information for your vet to assist in making this difficult decision. Remember, you know your pet best, and your love for them will help you make the right choice. Ensuring your pet’s comfort and dignity shows how much you care. Read more about how CodaPet can help you make the right choice.

For many years, the common term for euthanasia was “put to sleep.” It’s also a good description of what actually happens during the procedure.

During at-home pet euthanasia, your veterinarian will perform the same procedure your dog would receive at a veterinary hospital or clinic, but in the comfort of your home.

  • Sedation: Your veterinarian relaxes your pet by administering a sedative. The shot will feel like getting a vaccine. Within 5 to 15 minutes, your pet will be deep asleep, relieved of all suffering.
  • Anesthesia: Finally, the veterinarian will give a shot of anesthesia to slow down your pet’s respiratory system until the heart stops beating. In most cases, this takes less than a minute to occur.

During this process, your dog may experience some involuntary reactions, such as twitching or urination, but they are not conscious of these actions.

Your veterinarian will arrive wearing regular clothes to better fit the home environment. They will bring a stethoscope and other necessary tools. The at-home appointment typically lasts 20 to 45 minutes based on your needs and preferences.

We aim to make your final moments with your dog as peaceful as possible by providing care with compassion, patience, and understanding.

  • Preparation: Show your veterinarian the area in your home you’ve chosen for the procedure. Consider keeping some of your pet’s favorite treats on hand for them to enjoy before the procedure.
  • Family Involvement: You may want to invite family members and loved ones, both human and four-legged, to gather close to your pet.
  • Calm Atmosphere: Ask everyone gathered around to remain calm through the process.
  • Procedure: Once you’re ready, your veterinarian will begin the actual procedure.

Throughout the process, if at any point you’d like more time or have any special requests, please let us know. Our goal is to help your pet’s passing be as dignified and peaceful as possible.

After the procedure, your veterinarian will ask if you need more time with your pet after they have passed. When you’re ready, they will confirm how you want to handle your pet’s body.

You can choose from two cremation services:

  • Ashes Returned: Physical barriers keep each pet separate so you get your pet’s ashes back.
  • No Ashes Returned: Your pet’s ashes will be scattered respectfully with other pets by the crematorium.

If you leave your pet’s body with us, your veterinarian will treat it with great care, respect, and dignity. We will handle all the aftercare arrangements as you asked, so you can take care of yourself and your loved ones after saying goodbye.

Most pet owners decide on aftercare services the day before the euthanasia appointment. You can choose to handle your pet’s body yourself or opt for cremation services. Learn more about the aftercare options CodaPet provides here.

If you change your mind on how to handle your pet’s remains on the day of the procedure, let your veterinarian know. We are flexible and understand these decisions and are here to support your choice.

Losing a pet is very hard, and it’s okay to feel sad, angry, or confused. You might miss your pet a lot and feel empty inside. It’s normal to cry or even have trouble sleeping and eating. Talking about your pet and sharing memories can help. Remember, everyone grieves differently, so take the time you need. It’s okay to ask for help from friends, family, or even a counselor. Your feelings are valid, and it’s important to take care of yourself during this time. Read more about pet loss and the grieving process here.

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What pet parents are saying

Overall service rating from over 5368+ reviews

Dr. Walden put our cat, Andy, to sleep today. She called yesterday and we had a very comforting conversation. And, we spoke again before she came today. She said it was a privilege for her to help animals transition. She spent a lot of time with us beforehand. It was my hope that Andy could be euthanized laying on my lap in our (his and mine) recliner. It worked out perfectly and was so peaceful. Dr. Walden explained in detail each step and how the sedative/anesthesia would work and what to expect. She was professional, comforting, patient with our (my husband and me) reminiscing. She made sure to go through the euthanasia at our pace. Our last sight of Andy was him wrapped in a beautiful blanket resting in peace in a lovely basket. Our only regret was that Dr. Walden and Codapet were not available with our prior animals.

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Feb 18 2026 by Linda Q.
Review by Linda Q.
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Faced the difficult decision to euthanize our beloved 18 year old Papillon and used Codapet to do it in our home as our dog hated to go to the vet. Dr. Katie Todd arrived and explained in detail the process, gave us plenty of time to say our goodbyes, and made the process as easy as possible. She was very reassuring to my children that we had made the right decision and explained all the options for taking care of the remains and provided us with keepsakes to ease the family’s pain. Thank you so much Dr.Todd in doing what has to be one of the world’s toughest jobs!

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Sep 29 2025 by Robert Watson
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Dr. Sara Gardhaouse has an amazing aura about her. In such an Emotinal time she radiates warmth and kindness to help ease the situations hardness. I would gladly refer this company to help with the passing of any fur baby in their own home.

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Sep 13 2025 by Pickle Me
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It's the service you never want but when it comes I was so thankful for Dr. Todd. She was so compassionate and patient with us. Our sweet cat was able to cross the rainbow bridge in the comfort of his home without the stress of being moved to a vets office in his final hours. She even brought his ashes back to us. I can't thank her enough for this. We also had to move his appointment up and she was quick to move to his needs. I hope I don't need their services for a long time for my other fur babies but I will use her again in the very, very distant future.

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Sep 27 2025 by Tamarri Wieder
Review by Tamarri Wieder
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Dr. April was kind, friendly, efficient and thorough with her explanation of the steps about to be taken. She allowed us ample time to prepare for our beloved cat's last moments with us. After, she was tender with our cat and with us. Today she brought our cat's cremains to us. Again, she was kind with us. We appreciate her and recommend her to you if you need this service.

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Feb 18 2026 by Christie L.
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Dr. Sara was very supportive. We have lost two older dogs in less than a year. Always a difficult decision. Having this service at home was less stressful on our pets. Thank you for your support.

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Feb 20 2026 by Bernadette H.
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Quality-of-life survey

Gauge your pet’s well-being by answering questions to examine various aspects of your pet’s daily life such as mobility, happiness, and appetite.

Questions you may have

We allow cancellations at no fee to you for appointments canceled more than 4 hours before your start time. If you cancel your appointment less than 4 hours before your appointment time you will be subject to a cancellation fee of $100.

Your vet reserves time in their schedule exclusively for you, so we ask you to cancel as soon as you are able so that your vet may help another family in need.

Note: You can cancel or reschedule your appointment on your booking confirmation page or find a link to it in your booking confirmation email.

You have the option to have your vet respectfully transport your pet to the crematorium. Depending on your preference, your pet’s ashes can either be lovingly returned to you or respectfully spread with other pets.

Note: If you choose to have your pet’s ashes returned to you, your vet will coordinate the return of your pet’s ashes at the time of your appointment.

The total cost includes the in-home pet euthanasia service fee, any applicable travel fees, and a platform fee. Depending on your preferences, additional fees may apply for cremation services or memorial keepsakes.

Yes, your vet will offer a variety of meaningful memorabilia you can purchase if you choose to request the return of your pet's ashes. After selecting your vet and preferred cremation option, you'll have the opportunity to review and choose from available keepsake options. You may also find comfort in exploring our suggestions for pet memorial ideas.

Note: You may also choose to add the memorabilia or change your mind about your choice at the time of your appointment.

During your appointment, your vet will carefully confirm your preferred aftercare option with you. If you choose cremation, your vet will manage your pet’s gentle transportation to a local crematorium. If your selected cremation service includes receiving your pet’s ashes, your vet will clearly explain the process for returning your pet's ashes and provide an estimated timeline for their return.

In the case of wanting a private burial, if your city/county regulations allow, you can choose to bury your pet. Please check local regulations to see if this is legal in your area.

If you want to bury your pet in a cemetery, you will need to choose and make arrangements with a local pet cemetery before the euthanasia appointment. Please be sure to let your CodaPet vet know if you have planned for such a burial.

Note: Your vet can only assist with cremation options, and does not handle burials of any type.