Pet Aftercare & Cremation Near You
We understand that choosing what to do with your pet’s remains is an extremely personal decision, and we want to completely honor your wishes. As with every other aspect of your pet’s transition between life and death, your personal preferences and beliefs, as well as cost and local regulations can all affect your decision. Here are several options.
Cremation
Cremation is the option most often chosen by our pet parents, in part because our CodaPet vets can handle all the cremation details for you, whether you decide on private or communal.
Private Cremation
This makes it possible for us to return the remains of your pet in an urn of your choice. You can then choose to bury the ashes, scatter them, or even transfer them to a decorative urn or other keepsake. If you would prefer water-based cremation (Aquamation) rather than traditional flame based, please ask your CodaPet vet if this is available in your area. If you'd like to consider the different options of urns we offer, please consult with your CodaPet vet before or at the appointment.*Aquamation places your pet’s body in a bath consisting of water and salts that together, hasten the process that would normally occur if your pet had been buried. It takes longer than traditional cremation (up to 24 hours) and has less impact on the environment.
Communal Cremation
We also offer communal cremation options for a lower price. This option ensures your pet is cremated with others and the ashes are ceremoniously spread on the crematorium grounds or another location.
Burial
Private Burial
If your city/county regulations allow, you can choose to bury your pet on your personal property. Please check local regulations to see if this is legal in your area.
Cemetery Burial
Many areas have pet cemeteries where you can bury your pet and mark the grave, making it possible for you to visit as you might with any other family member who has passed. 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.
Other Options
Taxidermy
Some people choose to preserve a lifelike replica of their pet. If you are interested in this option, we recommend that you ask the taxidermist you plan to use to determine the most ideal method of storing your pet’s remains after passing. Please share this information with your CodaPet veterinarian as soon as possible so they are aware of your wishes.
Charitable Donation
Some people find comfort in knowing that as painful as it is to say goodbye to their pet, his or her remains can provide invaluable learning opportunities for future veterinarians and pet nurses. If that resonates with you, contact a veterinary teaching hospital or university prior to euthanasia to determine their current need. Please be sure to ask them if there is a particular drug that your CodaPet Vet should either use or avoid so that your pet’s condition at the time of passing will remain clear for the students to study. They might also have questions for your regular veterinarian about your pet’s general health and diagnosis.As difficult as it is to think about any of these options, deciding what you want ahead of time will help all concerned to honor your wishes.
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“Dr. April is genuinely compassionate, highly professional and extremely personable. She created space for a lovely send off during our last moments with our sweet Kaya. With this loss and sadness, our family was comforted knowing she left this world with meaning , love and dignity, I would even describe it as a beautiful ending. Dr. April set the tone for this experience and I am forever grateful for her presence. ”
Reiko M.
Jul 23, 2026
“So grateful that Dr Yang was our vet during this emotional time for our family. She was respectful, kind, gentle, and professional. Communications with her were easy and the process of saying goodbye to our cat was peaceful. ”
Taylor H.
Jul 23, 2026
“She did well and was very empathetic to this situation. I couldn’t bear doing this euthanasia in a vets office plus my children got a chance to see their childhood pet get peace. ”
Adam J.
Jul 23, 2026
“We are so incredibly grateful for the kindness and compassion shown during one of the hardest days of our lives. Saying goodbye to our sweet Oliver after 16 wonderful years was heartbreaking, but the care we received made all the difference. From the moment he arrived, he was gentle, patient, and incredibly intuitive. He read the room so well, giving us all the time we needed to say our goodbyes and shower Oliver with love. At no point did we feel rushed or pressured. In fact, he made us feel completely in control of the process, and I truly felt that if I wasn’t ready, I could have changed my mind. His calm, caring presence brought so much peace to an impossible situation. He treated Oliver with the utmost dignity and treated our family with genuine empathy and respect. It was clear that he understood this wasn’t just a pet—we were saying goodbye to a beloved member of our family. Although it was one of the saddest days we’ve ever experienced, I’m so thankful we chose this route. His compassion gave us the opportunity to say goodbye exactly the way we had hoped. I wholeheartedly recommend his services to anyone facing this difficult decision. His kindness and humanity are gifts that we’ll never forget.”
Clare G.
Jul 23, 2026
“This is a review that no pet owner wants to write. If you are reading this, it's obvious that, like me, you cherished the time you've had with your pet child, and the moment has come to give them the most comfortable and dignified passage possible. I was faced with this moment a few weeks ago and did not want to take my son Ziggy back to the vet to transition in a hospital filled with dogs barking and in a strange room. He spent his entire life with me and his brothers in our home. 16 years of comfort and love in the only place he knew. It was important that our last moments together be in our space. It was by chance that I found Dr. Frucht when the service I had been referred to could not come until the next day. Booking the appointment was easy. She arrived on time with her assistant and could not have been more compassionate and understanding. She explained everything, was gentle, and professional. She made a very difficult moment as easy as possible. There was no rush, no hurry, just compassion and understanding. Ziggy passed in my arms as I had promised. I asked if I could carry him outside to their car, and she obliged. I can't recommend her enough. It was worth every penny, and I am so glad that I found her. This moment is difficult enough. Placing your trust in Dr. Frucht will allow you to concentrate on being present for the transition of your loved one. She comes with my highest recommendation and, above all, my appreciation. ”
Dexter D.
Jul 23, 2026
“Dr. Phillips was kind during her visit and explained the process thoroughly. Very thankful for her gentleness when putting our sweet girl to sleep. ”
Joezie W.
Jul 23, 2026
“She is the most compassionate, caring,and calm provider. I was extremely emotional and she made this difficult situation so much easier to bear. Her gentle demeanor and professionalism made for a peaceful and pain free transition for our beloved pup.”
Kara S.
Jul 23, 2026
“Dr. Devlin was very kind and compassionate in helping our dog, Kilo, cross the Rainbow Bridge. He explained everything and told us what to expect. He took a heartbreaking event and turned it into a peaceful transition. ”
Albert K.
Jul 22, 2026
“There are simply not enough words to express how grateful our family is to Dr. Diana Gersten and the entire Coda Pet team during one of the hardest days of our lives. After nearly 18 wonderful years with our beloved miniature dachshund, Nash, we knew it was time to say goodbye as he was in Renal failure. Dr. Gersten came to our home and treated Nash and our entire family with extraordinary compassion, kindness, and dignity. She never rushed us. She gave us all the time we needed to hold him, tell him how much we loved him, and say our final goodbyes in the comfort of our home, where Nash felt safe and surrounded by the people who loved him most. After Nash peacefully crossed the rainbow bridge, Dr. Gersten gently carried him away on a beautiful bed with a soft blanket, treating him with the same love and respect she had shown throughout the entire visit. That simple act meant more to us than words can express. Her care didn’t end that day. In the days that followed, she checked in on our family with thoughtful text messages, sent us a beautiful handwritten sympathy card, and shared such kind words about Nash and the joy and unconditional love he gave to our family and children. It was clear that she truly cared, not just as a veterinarian, but as a compassionate human being. Losing a pet is heartbreaking, but Dr. Gersten helped make one of the most painful experiences of our lives as peaceful and loving as it could possibly be. We will never forget her kindness. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Gersten and the Coda Pet in-home pet euthanasia service to any family facing this incredibly difficult decision. They provided our sweet Nash with the peaceful, dignified farewell he deserved, and for that, we will be forever grateful.”
Ryan F.
Jul 22, 2026
“I wish there were 10 stars available to give Dr. Karen. She was so patient and kind and had only our family in mind at this terrible time. Losing a pet is never easy and having a vet who truly cares about your pet and ensuring that he is as comfortable and not at all scared during this difficult time meant everything to us. I have tears in my eyes as I'm typing this but I know that our Buddy was given the best care he could possibly receive and he was able to leave us surrounded by love in his home on this favorite rug makes my heart happy. Thank you Dr. Karen !”
Annemarie B.
Jul 22, 2026
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