Vet Serves in San Jose, CA

Dr. Gary Hsia

Verified Veterinarian

313 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

I believe precious memories with your pet should never be overshadowed by a stressful goodbye. I have firsthand experience with the stress of saying goodbye to my first dog, Willy, at the clinic, and since then being able to say goodbye to two other dogs at home. This is why a peaceful passing at home is so important to me.

Education

Undergraduate: University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign - 2006

Veterinary Medicine: University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine - 2010

  • Based InPortola Valley, CA
  • Service areasSan Jose, CA & Surrounding Areas
  • Work Experience14+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Size Dogs & Cats
  • Notice Required2 hours

General availability

SundayTimes 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. Gary Hsia will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $400

Pet cremation

Dr. Gary Hsia 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 $200 - $550

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostFrom $30 - $40

Quality of life consult

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

Est. CostStarting at $175

What pet parents are saying

He couldn’t have made this experience any easier. When Dr.Gary arrived none of us felt rushed or pressured. He answered all our questions & allowed us to make our own keepsakes. Before & after the process, Dr.Gary was very responsive and attentive to our needs. I truly wouldn’t recommend anyone else but him for this. His presence and professionalism made it a bearable experience for me & my entire family.

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5.0
Apr 20 2026 by Dani B.
Review by Dani B.
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I learned about Dr. Gary through the many glowing comments on Nextdoor. This was my first time having to make a decision to have my dog euthanized and I couldn’t have made a better choice than Dr. Gary. His professionalism and compassion will never be forgotten.

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5.0
Mar 13 2024 by Carolyn R
Review by Dr. Gary Hsia

Dr. Gary, your skill, professionalism and empathy made this the best it could be. My little guy felt barely a pinch from the initial injection as I feed him Belgian Chocolate for the first time. As tragic as it was, it could not have gone any better. I appreciate you hand delivering his ashes to me as well. Thank you!

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5.0
Jul 19 2025 by Richard K.
Review by Dr. Gary Hsia

I highly recommend Dr. Hsia. He is compassionate and caring. He helped us with the process. It was a better experience than going to a local clinic. We are very grateful to him. Thank you so much.

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5.0
Aug 10 2024 by Sarah D.
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Dr Gary Hsia does not treat his work as a career, but rather as a calling. His sensitivity and compassion eased the pain of saying goodbye to my beloved cat. He was a blessing on my worst day.

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5.0
Jun 07 2024 by Laura H
Review by Dr. Gary Hsia

I cannot say enough complementary things about Dr. Gary. He was so compassionate, considerate, patient, and very loving to my little girl. Continually, he told me to feel free to take all of the time that I needed with her last moments with me. I was very grateful to have a vet that seems so thoughtful during the process. Bless you, Dr. Gary you are a godsend.

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5.0
Aug 03 2024 by Sue G
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