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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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The Dr. Daniela provided an amazing experience to a very heartbreaking situation. She really helped with our healing, she was compassionate, caring and took the time to ask us what happened with our fur-baby and reassured us we were making the right decision. And as a bonus, she speaks fluent Spanish, which worked perfectly because my parents were with us during this difficult time. From the euthanasia to the delivery of our baby boys ashes, I cannot recommend her enough.


Erica M.

Jul 13, 2026

When our sweet Mu-moo’s health started to quickly decline overnight I had to put an urgent request on a Friday evening of a holiday weekend in between Juneteenth and Father’s Day and despite that, Dr Kimberly Gaddis was able to respond the very next morning and help us provide at home euthanasia for our beloved Mu. We were able to give her a loving farewell at home avoiding her the feelings of anxiety that the vet office used to give her. Dr Gaddis was very caring and respectful of our Mu-moo and very patient and sweet to Neo our youngest cat who stayed around the whole time. Dr Gaddis even helped my husband and I make paw prints of Mumucita, always with the utmost care and respect for her even after she took her last breath, and for all that I’m very grateful to Dr Kimberly Gaddis.


Durham B.

Jul 13, 2026

Although my dog's passing was a day of deep grief, CodaPet and Dr Karen will always be thought of with such gratitude and tenderness. She treated us and him with such dignity and care which are memories that will stay with me forever. Thank you Dr. Karen for being so gentle to us and to him. Thank you for helping me with his foot prints and letting me hold him one last time and never acting like we were taking too long to say goodbye. It was such a good last day. Because of you and CodaPet, his last moments were where he felt safe and loved (and fed delicious snacks, his favorite). He wasn't scared and hurting, and for that gift I cannot even assign value. So when my mind replays him passing, I hold on to a measure of peace because of what you did for us. Seriously, what a gift you gave us. It takes someone really special to walk into grief like that and hold space for that kind of sorrow. I have recommended you to all of my friends and family. I wish I could give more than 5 stars.


Aly B.

Jul 12, 2026

There are no words to fully express our gratitude for the compassion and kindness shown on one of the hardest days of our lives. Saying goodbye to our beloved 12-year-old Shiba Inu, our best friend and cherished family member, was heartbreaking. Dr. Perzak came into our home with such warmth and gentleness, allowing our dog, Jerry, to pass peacefully surrounded by me, my husband, and our son. Her care, patience, and dignity brought us comfort in an unimaginable moment. We will always be grateful that his final moments were filled with love and kindness. Thank you for helping us say goodbye with such grace and for treating our sweet boy with the respect and tenderness he deserved.


Karen C.

Jul 12, 2026

Dr. Dykstra was incredibly accommodating and compassionate. She treated us and our pet as though she had known us for years. She was very thorough and explained the entire process to us so we were as prepared as we could be. She gave us as much time as we needed to say goodbye. When our pet's ashes ashes were delivered to the vet clinic, Dr. Dykstra followed up with us as well as checking in to see how we were doing. I'm so grateful for the way she handled this very difficult moment.


Brenda W.

Jul 12, 2026

We feel very fortunate that Dr. Sarah Clem, who had been previously unknown to us, was the veterinarian who came to our home to assist us with our senior dog. She was very compassionate, calm, and clearly described to us what to expect during the excruciating process of euthanizing our beloved dog.


Becky H.

Jul 12, 2026

When we knew the time had come to euthanize Soo. We were devastated. We had been using medications for arthritis for the last 2 years. It was obvious that she was in pain and hadn’t eaten or drunk water for 2 days. It was a weekend. We couldn’t reach our regular vet. We called Dr Pruett at codapet who changed her schedule to help us. She was kind and knowledgeable. Soo fell asleep and died without pain or fear. We are so grateful.


Helen C.

Jul 12, 2026

She was so caring and professional. She came prepared to do the work but she helped us before and during the process and she helped us grieve. Just the best!!


Rick B.

Jul 12, 2026

Dr. Christina took great care helping my little man, Eli, transition from this world to the next. This is the second time I have asked Dr. Christina to euthanize one of my pet's in my home. It is the hardest decision a pet owner has to make, but she is so gentle and patient it helps relieve some of the angst that comes with the decision. I highly recommend her and will choose her in the future when that difficult time comes.


Cindi E.

Jul 11, 2026

April did an extraordinary job of supporting us through this difficult process. She answered all of our questions, gave us all the time we needed and explained everything she was doing. She was kind, gentle and caring in everything she did for Riley and our family. I can’t imagine a better ending for our amazing Riley.


Susan D.

Jul 11, 2026

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