In home pet euthanasia near me
Give your pet the final gift of a peaceful passing at home, surrounded by familiarity and love through a compassionate and licensed veterinarian near you.
Pet Euthanasia Near You
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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.
Pet euthanasia is a compassionate choice to end an animal companion’s suffering from a poor quality of life due to illness, injury, or old age.
A veterinarian administers medication that peacefully ends the pet’s life. The process is usually quick and painless, allowing the animal to gently pass on.
Consult with your veterinarian about your pet’s condition and quality of life. They will help you better understand the process and make an informed decision.
Feeling grief, guilt, and uncertainty is normal during this challenging time. Our community of veterinarians provide you with support and guidance through this challenging time.
Deciding when it's time for end-of-life care for your pet is very difficult. Look for signs that your pet is suffering, such as loss of appetite, difficulty moving, or changes in behavior. Trust your instincts and notice how they respond to their favorite activities. It's important to talk to your vet, who can provide guidance based on their health and quality of life. Remember, you know your pet best, and your love for them will help you make the right choice. It's a painful decision, but 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 happens during the procedure.
- Your veterinarian will perform the same procedure your dog or cat would receive at a veterinary hospital or clinic, in the comfort of your home.
- Your veterinarian relaxes your pet by administering a sedative. The shot will feel like getting a vaccine.
- Once the sedative is in full effect (within 5 to 15 minutes), your pet will be deep asleep, relieved of all suffering.
- 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.
- Whether death is natural or assisted, the following effects may occur:
- Legs and ears may twitch as if the animal is dreaming. At this point, your pet is unconscious and unaware of its body movements.
- Some medications may cause nausea for the pet resulting in vomiting.
- As the body and consequently muscles relax, so do the bladder and the bowels which can lead to urination and or defecation. The loss of muscle tone in the eyelids may result in the pet’s eyes remaining partially open.
Your veterinarian will arrive wearing regular clothes to better fit the home environment. They will bring a stethoscope and other “tools of the trade.” 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 pet as peaceful as possible by providing care with compassion, patience, and understanding.
- 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.
- Your veterinarian will explain as much or as little about what they’re about to do, depending on your comfort level. Feel free to ask questions along the way.
- You may want to invite family members and loved ones, both human and four-legged, to gather close to your pet.
- Keep enough space for the veterinarian to work.
- Ask everyone gathered around to remain calm through the process.
- 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. We will do our best to help and give you the time you need. 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 to take as much time as you need 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 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 and are here to support your decision.
Losing a pet is incredibly difficult, and it's natural to feel sad, angry, or confused. You might deeply miss your pet and feel a profound sense of emptiness. It's completely normal to cry or even have trouble sleeping and eating. Sharing memories, talking openly about your pet, or exploring meaningful ways to memorialize your beloved companion can offer comfort.
Remember, everyone grieves differently, so take the time you need. It's perfectly okay to seek support from friends, family, or even a professional counselor. Your feelings are valid, and caring for yourself throughout this process is important. Explore our detailed resources on coping with pet loss and the grieving process for additional guidance.
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What pet parents are saying
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My husband and I wanted to thank Doctor Chapman for her professionalism and warmth throughout a very difficult time. Our Charley had been deteriorating quickly, and she evaluated him with enormous care and compassion. Throughout the process she showed much kindness and concern for both us and for him, and gave us the opportunity to say goodbye to him and bring his suffering to an end gently and with dignity. We appreciate everything she did and her care and concern throughout the process.
Dr Harper was so loving g and caring. Zara laid in my lap and we got to talk and love on her as she passed. I would highly recommend Dr Harper to anyone going through such a difficult time.
My husband and I were searching for the best option to give our pet the rest and relief she needed. We wanted her to pass peacefully and learned about in home pet euthanasia. Dr. Alexandria Bufford with CodaPet is amazing and gave our pet the best care during a very hard time. We will be forever grateful.
She was deeply kind and supportive when caring for Shelby and talking us through it. I am so thankful this service is offered at home.
It doesn't get any better than Dr. Marlene Anschultz. I've had 3 horrid experiences with at-home euthanasia that haunt me to this day. I don't want to use anyone else for this process than Dr. Marlene. Ever. She was genuine. She sat on the floor with us in the kitchen where our pet was comfortable. She talked to us. She talked to our cat. She asked questions about our life with him. We laughed and we cried. We were at ease from the moment she walked in. Dr. Marlene's time with us was gentle, kind, understanding, and patient. Not only did she explain the procedure in detail, she gave us time to process what she was saying. She answered questions. She asked us questions. She explained the disease progression in understandable language and why, because of what was happening, that there was kindness in letting him go. The time Dr. Marlene gave us to say our final goodbye was without limits. No pressure. No frustration. No looking at her watch. In a time of heart-wrenching pain and grief, we were comforted by a real person, not stock verbiage or fast-food procedure. I'll never forget it, and I'll be eternally grateful.
We had to put our oldest dog down 6 days before we had to put Tate down and we used lap of love and I'm going to tell you the experience between the two or night and day. I will never ever recommend or use this company or that doctor again. Not only did I feel judged as she kept repeating how dehydrated my dog was, but my 17-year-old daughter felt judged as well. She didn't take any time and showed no compassion. Her bedside manner was horrible and it almost seemed as though she rushed us through the process. Lap of love was here for an hour. We were giving our dog treats. We were petting him. She asked when we were ready. She left the room after administering the first dose that puts him to sleep to give us privacy and then she left again when he passed so we can say our goodbyes and gave us privacy. Put him on a stretcher with blankets and carried them out to the car. This doctor puts my dog in a body bag (and I didn't appreciate that. She called it a body bag) in a basket. And then I felt completely blindsided when I went into my driveway where her car was parked to ask if I could change the urn and her boyfriend or husband was sitting in the driver seat waiting for her with a puppy in the car. My husband later then said that he was very unhappy with her and that he was wondering why the car was running in the driveway the whole time. That is insane and you charge $1,000 for this? I would have paid $2,000 for lap of love to come back out. Unfortunately they didn't have any doctors available. Tate was my best friend for 14 years. This has been a devastating loss for me and I am extremely extremely disappointed and upset with how this doctor handled the situation. I know she was dehydrated. She didn't have to keep saying it over and over again. I took her to the vet the day before and they did blood work and found out that morning that she was in kidney failure. I did everything that I could for my dog and then I knew it was time. She is the worst doctor ever. I will never recommend this company and I will never get that horrible experience out of my head. She should not be allowed around dogs and leaving her car running in the driveway with her husband or boyfriend or whoever it was in the car. And then she hands me some crappy death certificate. When we got our other dog's ashes back from the crematorium they had so many nice things in a bag to give us including his death certificate which was printed out and pretty and nice. Not a piece of copy paper that she just jotted the name and date down on. It was very very disrespectful and very hard. She has no compassion or bedside manner and I'm very disappointed. Again. I would never recommend this company to anybody, especially not that doctor. She did not care about my dog or my family.
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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.
During in-home pet euthanasia, your veterinarian will first ensure your pet is comfortable by administering a gentle sedative, allowing your pet to relax peacefully. Once fully sedated, the veterinarian will give the euthanasia solution, which painlessly stops your pet's heart within moments. You'll have as much time as needed to say goodbye, and afterward, your veterinarian will discuss aftercare options with you, such as cremation or burial arrangements. Learn more with our Complete Guide to Pet Euthanasia.
No one can give you a “one-size-fits-all” answer—because you, your pet, your situation are all unique. Give yourself space to consider how much quality of life your dog or cat has, and how that affects everyone concerned—you, your pet, and other members of your family. We can help you evaluate your pet’s quality of life, and help you think through some of the other factors that may affect your decision. Read more
