Vet Serves in Phoenix, AZ

Dr. Christina Vernon

Verified Veterinarian

162 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

I have always had a strong love for animals, combined with a fascination for science and problem solving I knew becoming a Veterinarian was my calling. After serving countless pets over the years, my professional interest has evolved into a desire to provide a source of help in the times most pets and their owners need it the most. I strive to provide the most compassionate, peaceful, and stress-free experience possible. Having seen way too many pets suffer or experience stress in their last moments, my goal is to help provide relief while ensuring your pet experiences the utmost love and comfort as they pass in the comfort of their own home.

Education

Undergraduate: Iowa State University - 2005

Veterinary Medicine: Iowa State University - 2009

Certifications

3

CAETA's CPEV (Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian), Pet Loss Bereavement Specialist, Fear Free Certified

 CAETA's CPEV (Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian)Pet Loss Bereavement SpecialistFear Free Certified
  • Based InSun City, AZ
  • Service areasGreater Hartford and the Farmington Valley, includ ...
  • Work Experience16+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats
  • Notice Required2 hours

General availability

Friday9:15 am - 2:15 pm

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. Christina Vernon will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $335

Pet cremation

Dr. Christina Vernon will arrange and handle all of your cremation needs, including careful and loving transportation of your pet to the crematorium through private or communal process handled

Est. CostFrom $110 - $380

Keepsakes

Clay paw prints, wooden urns with personalizations available with ashes returned

Est. CostFrom $15 - $272

Quality of life consult

Schedule a 1-on-1 with a vet over a virtual conference call or at home.

Est. CostStarting at $125

What pet parents are saying

Dr. Vernon assisted us in making the hardest decision we’ve had to make - knowing the time to assist our fuzzy boy to peacefully pass away before he had additional pain and suffering. She was kind and compassionate, and was wonderful to our dog. She helped us make the best decision we could make, and let us take as much time as we needed with our boy. We were able to say our goodbyes, and carry him to her vehicle. Within a week, she personally brought his cremains back to us, with a beautiful footprint that we will always cherish.

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5.0
Sep 13 2024 by Joe Skozen
Review by Joe Skozen
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Dr. Christina is a God send ♥️ putting our dog down was one of the toughest decisions my husband and I have had to make and she was amazing !!! I can’t imagine having to do that at a vet office. She was compassionate and walked us thru everything and gave us so much peace and time to process and do what we needed to handle things as best as we could. I’m so beyond grateful for her!

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5.0
Jul 27 2025 by Leslie G.
Review by Leslie G.
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Dr. Christina Vernon was amazing through this horrible process. She was so patience, Max left to doggy heaven happy but leaving us with our hearts broken.💔Thank you for being kind and being with our big boy through his last moments. Thank you for the follow up card🩷 RIP my big boy Max!! 😭

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5.0
May 23 2024 by Eliana A
Review by Eliana A
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During one of the most difficult times for our family, Dr. Vernon could not have been more professional, sympathetic and sincere. Her kind heart and gentle manner were a true comfort for our family as we had to say our hardest goodbye. Bless you, Christina, for all that you do and for the compassion that you shared with us all.

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5.0
Nov 30 2024 by Jim R.
Review by Jim R.
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Dr. Christina is wonderful! She is very compassionate and truly a wonderful person. I don’t think we could have had a better experience at such a difficult time with anyone else. If you are thinking of at home euthanasia, CodaPet and Dr. Christina are the only ones I would choose.

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5.0
Jan 28 2024 by Linda G
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Dr. Christina Vernon was incredibly empathetic to our needs, emotions, and most importantly, our pet. The process was as perfect as I could have hoped for. Our beloved pet passed away under euthanasia peacefully and his last conscious moment was surrounded by us giving him tons of treats, pets, and love. I cannot recommend Dr. Vernon enough.

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5.0
Oct 20 2025 by Joseph M.
Review by Joseph M.
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