Vet Serves in Austin, MN

Dr. Katie Elder

Verified Veterinarian

12 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

When I was doing volunteer work in shelters, I once saw kittens die because they were too young to be on their own. There weren't enough resources to help them at such a young age, and I wasn't in a position to offer help or end their suffering. I wanted to be in a place where I could make a difference for the vulnerable. Now, I want to provide in-home euthanasia because it's a conclusion and a peaceful ending, and because there's a need for it where I live. In-home euthanasia gives pets a comfortable conclusion and offers their owners closure.

Education

Undergraduate: LaGrange College - 2014

Veterinary Medicine: University of Missouri - 2018

  • Based InAustin, MN
  • Service areasAustin, MN and Surrounding Areas
  • Work Experience5+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats, Small Mammals (includes rats, ham ...
  • Notice Required2 hours

General availability

TuesdayTimes 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. Katie Elder will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $300

Pet cremation

Dr. Katie Elder 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 $100 - $190

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostFrom $30 - $250

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

To anyone giving your beloved pet the respect and love they need from you to pass on peacefully painlessly and with your final heart warming love in their / your home with you in their sacred safe place with you holding them Dr. Katie Elder with CodaPet services is the absolute best possible in home pet Euthanasia peaceful compassionate passing on over the rainbow bridge that you can give your pet and yourself I absolutely recommend this wonderful service they provide to your beloved pet

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5.0
Feb 05 2025 by Bob Barlow
Review by Bob Barlow
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Dr. Katie Elder, is so wonderful. She helped me through on of the hardest times, with in home euthanasia for our cat. She also is our dogs primary care. I was relieved to see she would be the person coming to my home to help us cross the cat over the rainbow bridge, I knew from my experience with her it would be easier. But I was blown away with her bed side manor, and she really made me feel at peace with our decision. She really was our guardian angel.

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5.0
Aug 26 2024 by Hannah H
Review by Hannah H
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Saying goodbye to your pets is so incredibly hard, and it hurts even worse when we have to take them to a strange new place to do so. Dr. Katie Elder helped transform a sad, painful event into a kind one. We said goodbye to Luna surrounded by the people and things she loved.

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5.0
Sep 13 2024 by Justin Flechsig
Review by Justin Flechsig
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Dr. Katie Elder helped transform an incredibly sad, painful experience in our lives into a kindness. Luna passed from this world in comfort, surrounded by the people and things she loved.

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5.0
Sep 13 2024 by Justin F
Review by Justin F
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Dr. Elder was very kind and compassionate throughout the whole process. I'm so grateful this service is offered for our location and that Dr. Elder took care of my beloved dog's transition.

codapet review
5.0
Jul 15 2024 by Janeanna R
Review by Dr. Katie Elder

Dr. Katie helped us navigate this difficult moment for your family with grace and compassion. We’re so grateful to her and service that she provides. It meant so much to us.

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5.0
Apr 12 2025 by Tyler H.
Review by Dr. Katie Elder