Vet Serves in Fresno, CA

Dr. Karen Whala

Verified Veterinarian

356 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

There is truly no better way to honor our beloved pets last wishes than to help them pass, when its time, peacefully and painlessly in their sleep, at home, surrounded by family. I firmly believe it, because it is a desire we all would want when that time comes.

Education

Undergraduate: University of California, Davis

Veterinary Medicine: University of California, Davis University of Iowa

Certifications

2

Pet Loss Bereavement Specialist, Fear Free Certified

Pet Loss Bereavement SpecialistFear Free Certified
  • Based InFresno, CA
  • Service areasFresno, CA & Surrounding Cities
  • Work Experience19+ years
  • Animals ServedDogs (Over 30 lbs) & All Cats
  • Notice Required2 hours

General availability

Sunday8:00 am - 3:00 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. Karen Whala will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $315

Pet cremation

Dr. Karen Whala 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 $75 - $495

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostFrom $20 - $40

Quality of life consult

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

Est. CostStarting at $125

What pet parents are saying

I am so thankful for the caring patience, consideration, and understanding of Dr.Whala! Though being a guide of euthanasia is NOT an easy job, she not only provided the service, she was also an amazing emotional support to me and my family. She never rushed me and was willing to sit with me, talk about, and give affection to my doggy girl. Dr.Whala is an amazing angel that I’m thankful for when my Cortnee needed to cross the rainbow bridge! Thank you Dr.Whala, I truly appreciate what you do and did for us.

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5.0
Mar 31 2025 by Julie N.
Review by Julie N.
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Dr. Karen Whela was just what our family needed when we were faced with the difficult end of life decision for our sweet 14 year old Golden, Sandy. She was compassionate, tender, patient, and understood when to explain the process and when to give us the space we needed. She clearly has the heart for this amazing work. The entire process was easy with Coda Pet and they were extremely professional. Our entire family was able to be there with Sandy and while we were sad, we all feel good about how we managed her care. I would most highly recommend Dr. Karen and Coda Pet for your loved family member pet.

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5.0
Apr 29 2025 by Tony Fazio
Review by Tony Fazio
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The service offered made the decision easier to end my aged cat’s struggle to breathe. Dr. Karen was professional; explained the process and was companionate through out the visit. I appreciated the guilt free interaction with her.

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5.0
Jan 04 2025 by Gail Rogers
Review by Gail Rogers
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Karen was very gentle and kind. She explained everything she was doing or going to do. She took her time, being very considerate of my hurt. It made all the difference.

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5.0
Dec 03 2024 by Barbara P.
Review by Barbara P.
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this was the hardest thing to have to do but The experience we had using Codapet and Dr Whala was absolutely wonderful. She was so patient and wonderful with our fur baby and us. We thank her so much for all her compassion!!

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5.0
Sep 04 2024 by Cathy E
Review by Dr. Karen Whala

Dr. Whala in my opinion is the very best she is caring and very patient I lost Marley may 1, and sessy October 9, 16 and 14 years old she made things absolutely comfortable for our family thank you so much dr. Whala

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5.0
Oct 24 2023 by Celeste R.
Review by Celeste R.
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