Vet Serves in San Jose, CA

Dr. Gary Hsia

Verified Veterinarian

309 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

SaturdayTimes 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 $175 - $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

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

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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Dr. Gary has helped me with 2 old dogs. Both times he impressed me with his calm, confident demeanor and genuine kindness. I highly recommend Dr. Gary.

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5.0
Feb 24 2024 by Angus W
Review by Angus W
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We used CodaPet for an in-home euthanasia and were fortunate to have Dr. Gary Hsia. This was one of the hardest decisions we’ve ever had to make, but he made the entire process as peaceful and compassionate as it could possibly be. Dr. Hsia was professional, kind, and incredibly patient from the moment he arrived. He gave us all the time we needed to say goodbye and never made us feel rushed. He was gentle with our dog and handled everything with a calm, reassuring presence. He also took the time to thoroughly assess our dog and clearly explained that, in his professional opinion, it was time to let him go. That honesty, combined with his compassion, meant a lot to us during such an emotional moment. Most importantly, our dog Thor’s final moments were peaceful. Dr. Hsia made sure he was comfortable the entire time, and that brought us a great deal of relief knowing he was able to pass calmly and without distress. We’re truly grateful for the care and dignity he showed both our dog and our family. I would absolutely recommend this service to anyone facing this difficult situation.

codapet review
5.0
Apr 09 2026 by Matthew B.
Review by Dr. Gary Hsia

We recently made the very difficult decision to help our beloved 18-year-old cat, Phoebe, cross the rainbow bridge. Wanting this to be as peaceful as possible—for her and for our family—we invited Dr. Gary Hsia into our home to guide us through her final farewell. From the beginning, Dr. Gary was kind, compassionate, and communicative. He made sure we had all the information we needed ahead of time and was incredibly respectful of our wishes. During the visit, he talked us through every step of the process with care and gave us all the time we needed to say our goodbyes. I can’t recommend Dr. Gary highly enough. Saying goodbye to a pet is never easy, but being able to do so in the comfort of your own home, surrounded by love and familiarity, made a world of difference. We are grateful for his presence and professionalism during such an emotional time.

codapet review
5.0
Aug 04 2025 by Chrissie Stevenson
Review by Chrissie Stevenson
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We lost 3 pets within 1 year. There is a reason we keep calling Dr Gary Hsia. He is patient and respectful. His services allowed our pets to be where they were most comfortable in their last moments.

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5.0
Jun 21 2024 by Anthony A.
Review by Anthony A.
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