Vet Serves in Santa Clarita, CA

Dr. Marlene Anschultz

Verified Veterinarian

39 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

Providing a safe and beautiful experience not only for the pet but also the family that has loved them so is crucial to a dignified way of saying goodbye. There is no better way that I could use my education than to provide a service that equals the love the family has given this pet over the years.

Education

Undergraduate: University of California, Davis - 2000

Veterinary Medicine: Western University - 2010

Certifications

1

California Veterinary Medical Association Member

California Veterinary Medical Association Member
  • Based InSanta Clarita, CA
  • Service areasSanta Clarita Valley and San Fernando Valley
  • Work Experience14+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats, Small Mammals, Rabbits, Poultry,  ...
  • Notice Required1.5 hours

General availability

Wednesday9:00 am - 9:30 am

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. Marlene Anschultz will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $545

Pet cremation

Dr. Marlene Anschultz 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 $195 - $690

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostStarting at $30

Quality of life consult

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

Est. CostStarting at $425

What pet parents are saying

Dr. Anschultz was sent to us from an angel. Our dogs diagnosis was so sudden and we were shocked to have to even make this decision so quickly, but she shared a very similar personal story and assured us that we were doing the very best thing for our dog. She is kind, compassionate, and one of a kind.

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5.0
Jan 19 2024 by Vanessa V
Review by Vanessa V
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I can’t begin to express how amazing Dr Marlene is. She is extremely knowledgeable, kind and compassionate. I feel so blessed to have found her. She goes above and beyond and truly cares and wants what’s best for the pet and the pet owner. Anyone who somehow finds her when they are having to face the most difficult part of owning a pet are so lucky. She treats the family and the pet with the most respect and compassion, She is truly an angel to me.

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5.0
Mar 30 2025 by Darlene G.
Review by Dr. Marlene Anschultz

Dr. Marlene is one in a million. Our 15 year old Tibetan Terrier had Canine Cognitive Dysfunction. She came to our home and was calm , sympathetic , and professional . She has a way that makes a person feel ok in such a terrible situation. She did not rush us . She explained in detail how and what to expect during the process. She gave us as much time as we needed to spend our last minutes with “ Bentley “ . You could not find a Veterinarian better to help you through this horrible part of life. We will be forever grateful to her . The Steve Shulman family

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5.0
Sep 26 2024 by Steve S
Review by Steve S
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It doesn't get any better than Dr. Marlene Anschultz. I've had 3 horrid experiences with at-home euthanasia that haunt me to this day. I don't want to use anyone else for this process than Dr. Marlene. Ever. She was genuine. She sat on the floor with us in the kitchen where our pet was comfortable. She talked to us. She talked to our cat. She asked questions about our life with him. We laughed and we cried. We were at ease from the moment she walked in. Dr. Marlene's time with us was gentle, kind, understanding, and patient. Not only did she explain the procedure in detail, she gave us time to process what she was saying. She answered questions. She asked us questions. She explained the disease progression in understandable language and why, because of what was happening, that there was kindness in letting him go. The time Dr. Marlene gave us to say our final goodbye was without limits. No pressure. No frustration. No looking at her watch. In a time of heart-wrenching pain and grief, we were comforted by a real person, not stock verbiage or fast-food procedure. I'll never forget it, and I'll be eternally grateful.

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5.0
Apr 17 2025 by Lynne P
Review by Lynne P
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Dr Marlene was absolutely amazing. Her knowledge of what happens and how our other pup Daisy Mae would react was spot on. She was able to transition our boxer peacefully and without any pain. We can not thank her enough.

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5.0
Mar 14 2025 by De Syk
Review by De Syk
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Dr. Marlene went above and beyond to make the whole experience as peaceful and calm. She was kind, patient, and gave us the time we needed with our dog. We couldn’t thank her enough for everything she did for us.

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5.0
Mar 15 2024 by Erin L
Review by Dr. Marlene Anschultz