Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia
I grew up with an abundance of pets, reading James Harriot's books, and decided at a young age that there could be no better career than caring for animals. I've loved all aspects of the job from surgery to wellness appointments to intense internal medicine cases. However, after our family lived through my father's diagnosis of ALS, and saw the gentle at-home care provided to him by care givers and hospice nurses, I came to understand the beauty of saying goodbye as a family in the place you feel most comfortable and have experienced the most love.
Education
Undergraduate: Iowa State University - 2000
Veterinary Medicine: Iowa State University - 2004
Certifications
2Texas Veterinary Medical Association Member, CAETA's CPEV (Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian)
- Based InFort Worth, TX
- Service areasThe Fort Worth area and mid-cities region, includi ...
- Work Experience21+ years
- Animals ServedDogs, Cats and other Small Mammals (includes rats, ...
- Notice Required2 hours
General availability
ThursdayTimes 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. Jennifer Dykstra will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones
Est. CostStarting at $400
Keepsakes
Clay paw prints, wooden urns with personalizations available with ashes returned
Est. CostFrom $20 - $65
What pet parents are saying
Dr. Jen was so kind. It was so hard for us to have to say goodbye to our sweet little Russell but she was very caring and patient. We chose cremation and we got him back in about a week. The options of urns was nice and we received a very sweet card from Dr. Jen. I would definitely recommend Dr. Jen with CodaPet to care of you.
Dr. Dykstra was excellent and our experience with her couldn't have been better. Our Kaci got to pass on with dignity, in her happy place with us and our other pets by her side. I highly recommend this to anyone who has to make the horrible choice to put an ailing pet out of their misery.
Dr Jen was excellent and I would highly recommend. She took the time to make all of us comfortable including our other dogs. She us compassionate, gentle, supportive and very calming in a seriously emotional situation. I do highly recommend her!
Dr. Jennifer Dykstra was a God-send to help our beautiful,much loved Labrador Retriever cross the Rainbow Bridge. We are heartbroken to have lost our constant companion of almost 15 years but Dr. Dykstra's gentleness and caring/nuturing nature was very calming to us in the midst of our sadness. Please call her should you need her.
We had an excellent experience with Dr. Dykstra. She made the experience peaceful for our pup and showed real care in the process. Thank you for your assistance in our farewell to our pup, Ozzie!
Dr. Dykstra was so compassionate and gentle during the passing of my sweet Rocky. I could not have had a better veterinarian during this difficult time. Thank you Dr. Dykstra
