Vet Serves in San Jose, CA

Dr. Gary Hsia

Verified Veterinarian

290 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

Tuesday10:00 am - 6:00 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. 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 $175 - $600

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

Dr. Gary was the best. So compassionate. Such a difficult time for us. He was so understanding. It couldn’t have been a better experience for the worst situation.

codapet review
5.0
May 10 2024 by Lorie R
Review by Dr. Gary Hsia

I cannot express enough gratitude for the care and compassion shown by Dr. Gary Hsia during one of the most difficult moments. From the very beginning, communication was excellent—he responded quickly when I needed to move up my appointment and made the process smooth and stress-free. Dr. Hsia was incredibly professional, offering clear and gentle explanations throughout the euthanasia process in a way that my grieving mind could truly understand and process. But more than anything, I would give 10 out of 5 stars for his genuine care—not just for my beloved cat, but for me as well. His presence was calm, kind, and comforting, and I felt fully supported every step of the way. The online scheduling system was also incredibly easy to use, which made everything more manageable during such an emotional time. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I couldn't have asked for a better experience under such heartbreaking circumstances.

codapet review
5.0
Apr 13 2025 by Hannah Bernard
Review by Hannah Bernard
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One of the biggest decisions in life is letting your pet go. We discovered having a compassionate vet come to our home was our best decision. During this very stressful time it help to have a vet that have us time to grieve and was very professional and caring person.

codapet review
5.0
May 01 2024 by Mike H
Review by Dr. Gary Hsia

Very polite.we were very comfortable with the way he treated Lola. We are spreading the word about Dr. Gary and CodaPet. Thank you, Joe Cornish

codapet review
5.0
Jan 13 2025 by Joe C.
Review by Joe C.
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Dr. Hsia was absolutely amazing. He was empathetic and so understanding during the whole process. He gave us all the time we needed and wanted. I was able to take nose and paw prints and he was just so communicative and caring. Literally exceeded our expectations and then some. I am so grateful for Dr. Hsia and being able to share those final loving moments with our Biscuit. Can’t thank you enough.

codapet review
5.0
Jun 01 2024 by Diva S.
Review by Diva S.
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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.

codapet review
5.0
Aug 03 2024 by Sue G
Review by Dr. Gary Hsia