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 Dixon was kind and gentle and explained the euthanasia process clearly. She made a heartbreaking experience a little less painful.”
Carolyn G.
Jun 25, 2026
“Dr. Roberts was very professional and patient with our family during the procedure. She explained everything before she did anything so that we were more at ease. I have recommended this service to everyone I know that has pets.”
Cory L.
Jun 25, 2026
“Dr. Divine was just the sweetest and most compassionate person at exactly the right time. This decision, while it was for sure needed, was not an easy one to make. Having the peace and comfort of in home assistance was so much better than anything we have experienced with our previous fur babies. ”
Bradley H.
Jun 25, 2026
“Dr. Houck is a wonderful, caring, compassionate patience Dr. My heart was broken when I lost my Chloe, but Dr. Houck gave us as much time as we needed to say goodbye. She is a wonderful wonderful person as well as a great doctor. I will always be indebted to her for how she treated my Chloe and my family. Thank you, Dr. Houck I’m sure I will use you again. I pray God will bless you again thank you so very much for your service.”
Samantha W.
Jun 25, 2026
“Absolutely the best vet Dr. John Crawford! He made us feel at ease and made our Guinness feel at ease ! Kind, soft spoken full of love and compassion. It’s never easy but he made it beautiful as she crossed the rainbow bridge. With much love and aloha! Sue & Dave”
David F.
Jun 25, 2026
“Since our long time vet had retired, and we didn’t want to make our girl upset by taking her somewhere ,so we used Codapet. Throughout the entire process we were treated with care and compassion for our dog. Abby was treated lovingly by Dr.Gordon even though she had never met her. Thank you”
Daphne R.
Jun 25, 2026
“Dr Josh was absolutely incredible. With broken hearts he made the process as good as it possibly could be. He was caring, compassionate, kind and never rushed us. Hopefully we will not need him for a very long time but should the need arise I would not want anyone else to help. ”
Erik L.
Jun 25, 2026
“we found ourselves in a situation where our dog Archie’s health took an unexpected turn and his health began declining rather suddenly and very quickly. The thought of having to put him down took my breath away, and when it became clear that was what we needed to do, I found CodaPet and Dr. Michelli had an opening to come out that day. I honestly did not know how or if I would be able to make it through the appointment. Maybe it was Devine intervention but the only reason I was able to get through the day is because of Dr. Michelli. She treated Archie, or family and our other dog were with such dignity and respect with what we were going through, but more than that, she was gentle, kind and compassionate in everything she did. She treated Archie with the same kind of we showed him daily. She gave us all the time we needed, and as much space as we needed to say goodbye. I will forever be grateful she was the veterinarian we found in Archie’s, and our time of need. Its been two weeks exactly since that day; not only has she reached out to me via text to see how I/we were handling the loss which I thought was very kind, buts she also sent us a handwritten condolence card in the mail. She’s absolutely amazing and will treat you and your pet with the utmost care. ”
Shanon B.
Jun 25, 2026
“Amy was so compassionate and present with my family as we said good bye to our little guy. She was so patient and gave us all lots of time to be with him. She let us lead in moving it forward and treated both us and him with so so much respect. ”
Kate H.
Jun 25, 2026
“Dr Rizzo was the greatest gift to have while saying goodbye to our pet. I cannot say enough good things about the experience and the person. Caring, loving, and knowledgeable as well as professional and courteous. Thank you Dr Rizzo for the perfect way to say goodbye to Fiona. ”
Kimberly F.
Jun 25, 2026
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