Pet Aftercare & Cremation Near You
We understand that choosing what to do with your pet’s remains is an extremely personal decision, and we want to completely honor your wishes. As with every other aspect of your pet’s transition between life and death, your personal preferences and beliefs, as well as cost and local regulations can all affect your decision. Here are several options.
Cremation
Cremation is the option most often chosen by our pet parents, in part because our CodaPet vets can handle all the cremation details for you, whether you decide on private or communal.
Private Cremation
This makes it possible for us to return the remains of your pet in an urn of your choice. You can then choose to bury the ashes, scatter them, or even transfer them to a decorative urn or other keepsake. If you would prefer water-based cremation (Aquamation) rather than traditional flame based, please ask your CodaPet vet if this is available in your area. If you'd like to consider the different options of urns we offer, please consult with your CodaPet vet before or at the appointment.*Aquamation places your pet’s body in a bath consisting of water and salts that together, hasten the process that would normally occur if your pet had been buried. It takes longer than traditional cremation (up to 24 hours) and has less impact on the environment.
Communal Cremation
We also offer communal cremation options for a lower price. This option ensures your pet is cremated with others and the ashes are ceremoniously spread on the crematorium grounds or another location.
Burial
Private Burial
If your city/county regulations allow, you can choose to bury your pet on your personal property. Please check local regulations to see if this is legal in your area.
Cemetery Burial
Many areas have pet cemeteries where you can bury your pet and mark the grave, making it possible for you to visit as you might with any other family member who has passed. If you want to bury your pet in a cemetery, you will need to choose and make arrangements with a local pet cemetery before the euthanasia appointment. Please be sure to let your CodaPet vet know if you have planned for such a burial.
Other Options
Taxidermy
Some people choose to preserve a lifelike replica of their pet. If you are interested in this option, we recommend that you ask the taxidermist you plan to use to determine the most ideal method of storing your pet’s remains after passing. Please share this information with your CodaPet veterinarian as soon as possible so they are aware of your wishes.
Charitable Donation
Some people find comfort in knowing that as painful as it is to say goodbye to their pet, his or her remains can provide invaluable learning opportunities for future veterinarians and pet nurses. If that resonates with you, contact a veterinary teaching hospital or university prior to euthanasia to determine their current need. Please be sure to ask them if there is a particular drug that your CodaPet Vet should either use or avoid so that your pet’s condition at the time of passing will remain clear for the students to study. They might also have questions for your regular veterinarian about your pet’s general health and diagnosis.As difficult as it is to think about any of these options, deciding what you want ahead of time will help all concerned to honor your wishes.
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“Dr. Jackson is a very compassionate person. She treated my family with the utmost respect during this sad time. She listened, asked questions and explained the procedure so as to keep us comfortable. ”
Tony B.
Apr 8, 2026
“Very kind and respectful throughout the whole process. She helped ease the process by asking us thoughtful questions that helped us remember the good times. ”
Robin S.
Apr 8, 2026
“Dr Mills was wonderful and made our home euthanasia experience very calm, peaceful, and comforting. She was very sweet and attentive to Koda and he connected with her right away. Dr Mills explained the entire process and what to expect. Everything went according to plan and our dog passed peacefully in our loving arms. I highly recommend Dr Mills should you decide home euthanasia is needed for your pet.”
Mica S.
Apr 8, 2026
“Dr. DuBose was so kind and respectful during this difficult process. We appreciated her gentle spirit and kindness towards us and our sweet baby. ”
Elizabeth A.
Apr 8, 2026
“Even though meeting under the circumstances, Dr. Amy felt more like friend or family member to us. She included our 8yr old son, explained everything in detail and our other 2 dogs were also included in the process. We hugged before she left, That meant everything to me! We received a sweet handwritten card from her about a week later with her condolences. I will recommend Dr. Amy over and over to families! We are still grieving our boy but doing this at home with Dr. Amy made the heartache a little less. ”
Sabrina O.
Apr 8, 2026
“Dr. Dover was outstanding. She helped us through a very difficult time with our little dog. We knew the time was coming, but when it was time, we were glad we had her come over and make her final moments peaceful ”
Duane M.
Apr 8, 2026
“Wonderful,thoughtful and compassionate vet Dr Kelsey. Made things easier to put my cat to sleep. Would use her again if ever needed!”
Sandra S.
Apr 8, 2026
“Dr. Alicia was a visiting angel. Arrived at my door, her understanding of my feelings written on her face. Upon seeing my sweet kitty, she agreed it was time, got down on her knees by where he was on the bed and talked to both of us with deep compassion. A thorough explanation of the actions coming was very helpful. Upon Leo’s passing, she left the house to leave me as much time as I needed with him. A box with a pillow and blanket took my kitty’s body to her truck to go to be cremated and then returned to me. I was SO appreciative of her support, concern, respect (for us both!) was amazing. I would recommend Dr. Alicia Nolfi to anyone experiencing this traumatic event.”
Susan H.
Apr 8, 2026
“I can't thank Dr Yang enough for who she is, and how she moved with such grace throughout the process for my Huckleberry. Her softness left quite a warmth in my heart, much alike the sunshine on his face. To know people and pets is truly a gift for our grieving process.”
Katlin D.
Apr 7, 2026
“Christina made the entire experience very natural which put both us and our dog at ease. We highly recommend her services.”
Levi L.
Apr 7, 2026
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