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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“Compassionate, awesome and professional… and in the most grievious of times. I highly recommend Dr. Durr when you need to mercifully let a pet go.”
Nancy K.
May 13, 2026
“She was so nice and supportive. On a terrible day for us , she was soft, kind, and calm. She had just met us and yet she knew exactly how much our hearts were breaking. She truly helped us make the hardest and saddest journey of our lives peaceful and respectful. I will be forever grateful that we chose her to help us transition our beloved Nonie into doggie heaven. ”
Ann S.
May 13, 2026
“Very caring sensitive and informed us on every step and that to expect. She gave us the time before during and after to be with our joey ”
Fattima K.
May 12, 2026
“Dr. Oudin recently came to our home to help us say goodbye to our sweet 16 year old kitty. She was very kind and compassionate and helped to make the situation bearable. We are very grateful. ”
Margaret N.
May 12, 2026
“We needed to put down our sixteen year old lab . I called her office to see wha were my choices for having her come to my home which she did. Bo our dog was very special to me he had been with me through a tough time in my life He was always with no matter what. Dr. Vernon came to my home she was so compassionate and caring. She walked us through what she was going to do and during each step she gave us time with Removing a 110 pound lab is not easy but she allowed me to wrap Bo in his blanket and then her and my husband took him out on a stretcher He looked so peaceful I miss him but I was fortunate to have Dr Vernon to be the one to help him cross over”
Brenda V.
May 12, 2026
“I can only say our Beagle was our fur baby like no other. Dr Meadows was so kind when coming to our home and helping us say goodbye to Georgee and cross the rainbow bridge. ”
Joel Y.
May 12, 2026
“Dr. Phillips was amazing. She spent I’m with us understanding how much our precious Heidi meant to us. She went into detail about what the process was. I can ‘t imagine how she could have made such an emotional experience any more comfortable than what she did. We were blessed to have her be the one who helped our baby out of the pain she was in. Sincerely, The Foster Family”
Brooke F.
May 12, 2026
“Dr. Pilago was exceptionally kind, patient and understanding during the very difficult time saying goodbye to our dear boy. ”
Kevin S.
May 12, 2026
“She was so supportive and comforting to us as we went thru this terrible time. She was wonderful, thoughtful and caring. Made it not as difficult ”
Brenda M.
May 12, 2026
“Having to say Goodbye to your furbaby especially when you have to decide it's time for them its never easy feat. We had been through this in the last year or two with 2 others. We first learned of In-home Euthanasia for pets from a neighbor who had her Dog put down & went on & on how great it was, it was loving & it was incredibly compassionate & gentle throughout the entire in-home euthanasia process. Our neighbor said she would never visit an office & only have it done in the convenience of her home where the fur baby knows & feels loved. Dr Marisel San Miguel with Codapet was our point of contact ( Codapet works with License Veternarians across the country for this service). We had scheduled a time but we knew time was of the essence & switched the appointment to earlier. Dr Marisel showed up 5 minutes early explained the process which wevbeen through before. Dr Marisel gave us time to love, grieve & cry with our Koby & didn't feel rushed in the comfort of our home that our koby knows. Dr. Marisel made a heartbreaking moment feel peaceful & full of love, treating our Koby with such dignity & kindness. Her calm presence, patience, & genuine care meant more to our family than we can express. Choosing in-home euthanasia for our dog Koby was one of the hardest decisions we’ve ever made, but it also gave us the chance to say goodbye in a peaceful, familiar place surrounded by love which we have done before. Being able to hold him, talk to him, & let him go without fear or stress brought comfort during an incredibly painful moment. Even though the grief was overwhelming, we’re grateful his final moments were calm & filled with love.” Thank you Dr Marisel San Miguel with Codapet. ”
Beth M.
May 12, 2026
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