Dr. Caitlin Klepper
Verified Veterinarian
Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia
Growing up I was surrounded by animals and the industries involved in helping animals lead good lives and remain healthy. When I am with animals, I am happy. I have always had a calling to care for things. It is what drives me. It is what makes me feel like I am doing something good in the world.
Education
Undergraduate: Clemson University - 2011
Veterinary Medicine: Kansas State University - 2016
Certifications
1Iowa Veterinary Medical Association Member (IVMA)
- Based InDes Moines, IA
- Service areasDes Moines, IA & Surrounding Cities
- Work Experience9+ years
- Animals ServedAll dogs and cats
- Notice Required2 hours
General availability
TuesdayTimes Vary Weekly
Availability each week can vary based on demand and scheduling. Please provide a minimum 2 hour advance notice for all bookings.
Services provided
At home pet euthanasia
Dr. Caitlin Klepper will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones
Est. CostStarting at $300
Keepsakes
Clay paw prints, wooden urns with personalizations available with ashes returned
Est. CostFrom $7 - $260
Quality of life consult
Schedule a 1-on-1 with a vet over a virtual conference call or at home.
Est. CostStarting at $75
What pet parents are saying
Dr. Klepper was patient, kind, and professional. She kept me informed, was respectful, and communicated with me frequently between when I first contacted her and when she arrived. It was a devastating day, and Dr. Klepper helped me navigate a very difficult decision.
The most compassionate experience. Our boy didn't like the vet, or a leash, so having Dr. Klepper come to us so he could stay in his yard was definitely what my soul needed to say goodbye. Thank you, Dr. K. I cannot express our gratitude for the peaceful passing.
Dr. Klepper was professional and understanding. She was able to make a difficult situation bearable. She gave us the time to say goodbye to our 20 year old cat.
Dr. Klepper made an insurmountably difficult loss as easy as it could possibly be. We had a really unique, challenging, and aggressive cancer case on our hands that took a perfectly healthy 4 year old in less than 6 months. When we get a pet, we know we are going to have to say goodbye at some point, but when it's totally out of nowhere, unexpected, and frankly, unfair, a compassionate vet who is willing to be patient, loving, and professional, in the most important final moments of our pet's life made all the difference in the world. She let us take our time, discussed what the process would look like, and sat with us while we loved on our girl and asked questions. She answered every question with care, but was direct and clear about what was going to happen and what to expect. Her bedside manner is phenomenal. After loading our sweet girl into the vehicle, Dr. Klepper and I shared a moment that I think we both needed. A moment full of love, humanity, and understanding. We knew this was the right decision, but she gave us all of the reassurance we needed, and truly helped make this an easier process. We chose to privately cremate, and she was returned to our regular vet clinic for pick up. Thank you, Dr. Klepper, for helping us give our Beanie girl the compassionate goodbye she deserved. You are so appreciated.
The whole process from booking online to having Dr. Klepper coming to our home was great! Having to put our fur baby down was not an easy decision. To have Dr. Klepper come to our home made it VERY peaceful for Lola. She gave us all the time we needed and made Lola comfortable. We will use Dr. Klepper in the future. 100% recommend for a peaceful ending to your fur baby.
Dr. Klepper was very compassionate and professional. She did not rush the process and let us have as much time with Ariel as we needed/wanted. I am grateful that she provides this service and appreciate that she does it well.
