Vet Serves in Frederick, MD

Dr. Dawn Fitzhugh

Verified Veterinarian

1 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

My beloved dog, who saw me through veterinary school, the move to Germany, and through the birth of our first 2 daughters, was dying of cancer. She hated going to the veterinarian. A veterinarian friend came to help her pass at home. Experiencing this tremendous loss, where Roly and my husband and I were most comfortable, made that incredibly hard day the littlest bit easier. I knew that this gift was something I'd someday provide to other pets. That was in 2005 and upon retiring from the Army, I began to offer this service to help other pets and their people.

Education

Undergraduate: Austin Peay State University - 2005

Veterinary Medicine: University of Pennsylvania - 2000

Certifications

1

Maryland Veterinary Medical Association Member (MDVMA)

Maryland Veterinary Medical Association Member (MDVMA)
  • Based InMount Airy, MD
  • Service areasMount Airy, MD and surrounding areas
  • Work Experience25+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats, Small Mammals (includes rats, ham ...
  • Notice Required3 hours

General availability

Friday11:00 am - 7:00 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. Dawn Fitzhugh will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $350

Pet cremation

Dr. Dawn Fitzhugh 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 $25 - $400

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostFrom $25 - $49

What pet parents are saying

Dr. Dawn was phenomenal. She took excellent care of our family and our kitty boy. Compassionate end-of-life care for him and kindness and patience with his humans. Can’t say enough good things - Dr. Dawn transformed a terrible decision into a grace-filled transition.

codapet review
5.0
Dec 06 2025 by Carrie W.
Review by Carrie W.
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