Vet Serves in Ames, IA

Dr. Lauren Larsen

Verified Veterinarian

3 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

I have wanted to be a veterinarian as far back as I can remember. I have always enjoyed getting to know pets and their people, and love to know more about what makes their bond special. Providing in-home euthanasia process is a privilege - and being able to let our beloved pets go peacefully with dignity is a gift.

Education

Undergraduate: Colorado State University - 2010

Veterinary Medicine: Iowa State University - 2014

  • Based InCambridge, IA
  • Service areasAmes, IA and surrounding areas
  • Work Experience11+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats
  • Notice Required2 hours

General availability

Tuesday9:00 am - 5:00 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. Lauren Larsen will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $350

Pet cremation

Dr. Lauren Larsen 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 - $500

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostFrom $30 - $40

What pet parents are saying

As difficult an experience as our in-home euthanasia appointment was, CodaPet was compassionate and helpful throughout the entire process, and relieved the stress around the logistical and administrative part of saying goodbye to a pet and friend. There are not enough positive words to say about Dr. Larsen. She was highly communicative and available leading up to the appointment, arrived on time, and handled the business side of things in a very respectful and professional manner. Her bedside manner and attentiveness to our feelings and wishes were top-shelf. She handled our pet with care, empathy, and respect, which was greatly appreciated. Dr. Larsen definitely made this a little more bearable, and we are grateful for her compassion and professionalism.

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5.0
Jul 01 2025 by Joel Holst
Review by Joel Holst
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She was absolutely wonderful. She gave us lots of time and space to be with our dog, communicated everything she was doing and when she was doing it. A truly remarkable vet.

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5.0
Jul 06 2025 by Michael A.
Review by Dr. Lauren Larsen

Saying goodbye to our boy Rhett was one of the hardest things we have had to do as a family. We knew we wanted it to be peaceful and in our home. The day we knew it was time we contacted CodaPet and Dr. Larsen was available that same day. She was amazing and reassuring in our decision and timing. Having time to love and hold Rhett one last time meant the world to us. We miss him terribly but would not change anything about our time to say goodbye.

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5.0
Jul 11 2025 by Bonnie Adkison
Review by Bonnie Adkison
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