Vet Serves in Roanoke, VA

Dr. Rebecca Houck

Verified Veterinarian

19 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

I decided I wanted to become a veterinarian after watching one carefully and methodically remove two dozen porcupine quills from the face of my family's Labrador when I was 8 years old. Early in general practice, I concluded that one of the greatest gifts we can offer our patients is peace in their passing. As the years went on, I realized doing so in the comfort and familiarity of the pet's home is yet another gift we can provide. And thus the desire to provide in-home euthanasia arose.

Education

Undergraduate: West Virginia Wesleyan - 2003

Veterinary Medicine: Louisiana State University - 2007

Certifications

1

Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Member

Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Member
  • Based InRoanoke, VA
  • Service areasRoanoke, VA & Surrounding Areas
  • Work Experience17+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats
  • Notice Required3 hours

General availability

Wednesday10:30 am - 7:45 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. Rebecca Houck 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. Rebecca Houck 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 $50 - $495

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostFrom $40 - $60

Quality of life consult

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

Est. CostStarting at $100

What pet parents are saying

Dr Houck was so kind and explained the process to us as she went along. She was very sweet to our 18 year old cat and gave us time to say our last good byes. It is such a hard decision to put a fur baby to rest but a humane one when the time is right. Dr Houck made us feel better about our decision. She is a gem.

codapet review
5.0
May 20 2025 by Robin R.
Review by Robin R.
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She was super kind to Jägermeister, and to the family. Her professionalism even with the minor setbacks was great, and you could tell she really did care about the situation we were going through. Truly could not have sent a better person.

codapet review
5.0
Sep 16 2025 by Lorenzo S.
Review by Lorenzo S.
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Dr.Houck provided a very comforting and caring atmosphere for our beloved pet, Tara. We had Tara for 16 years since she was 2 weeks old. It was a difficult decision but her dementia and the inability to do all the wonderful daily activities of a dog’s life was becoming more of a struggle , it was time to say goodbye. I was able to hold her in my arms and let her know she was a very good girl as she took her last breath. I want to thank Dr. Houck for allowing Tara to pass peacefully and in my arms.

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5.0
Sep 23 2025 by Mary W.
Review by Mary W.
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Dr Houck was knowledgeable and compassionate. Provided a comfortable end of life care for my beautiful dog. She was considering with her body after her death as well and made that experience bearable for me.

codapet review
5.0
Apr 18 2025 by Jitka S.
Review by Jitka S.
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Our in-home pet euthanasia experience occurred with Dr. Rebecca Houck on 3/3/25. Dr. Houck was in-home with us for an hour. She was gentle, compassionate, helpful, answered any and all questions, and departed as I had requested. The contacts we made to set up her visit were equally responsive, prompt, and efficient. I absolutely recommend Dr Rebecca Houck of CodaPet. (This is a recommendation for a specific vet who contracts her services to a national organization. She was the only vet available through Coda in our area and I can only speak to her skills and demeanor. I have no sense of the quality of other CodaPet vets.)

codapet review
5.0
Mar 08 2025 by G Ell
Review by G Ell
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Dr. Houck was wonderful from our first interaction just after scheduling the appointment, throughout care and follow up. Her care and compassion for both my family and our pet helped to ease the pain of a very difficult situation. I can’t recommend her enough.

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5.0
Mar 04 2025 by Meredith Smith
Review by Meredith Smith
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