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in home euthanasia
A peaceful passing at home starting $360
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At-Home Pet Euthanasia
Schedule a licensed veterinarian to provide a peaceful passing for your beloved pet in the comfort of your home, surrounded by loved ones.
Initial Contact
Your vet will reach out to you prior to your appointment to answer any questions you may have and address any special circumstances or concerns.
At-Home Assessment
Your vet will make an assessment of your pet’s health and quality of life to provide guidance to ensure your decision is informed.
Pre-Medication
The veterinarian will administer an initial sedative or anesthetic to help your pet relax and become pain-free, ensuring they are comfortable and at ease.
Euthanasia
The veterinarian will first ensure your pet is fully sedated before gently administering anesthesia which will quickly slow down your pet’s respiratory system until the heart finally stops beating. In most cases, this process takes less than a minute.
Travel Fee
This reflects the cost associated with the distance a licensed vet will need to travel should your location fall outside their regular service area.
Platform Fee
A small percentage of the total supports vets with non-medical items, allowing them to spend more time caring for pets.
How pricing works
The factors that can determine the cost associated with at-home pet euthanasia and cremation services.
Location
The cost associated with the distance a licensed vet may need to travel to your appointment at your desired location.
Travel Fee
Each licensed veterinarian determines the travel fee and service area unique to their community.
Pet Weight
The size of your pet determines the amount of medication needed to provide a peaceful passing as well the cremation services, if you select any.
Each licensed veterinarian determines their pricing and weight limits. Large pet fees may apply.
Cremation and Keepsakes
The cost will vary based on your choice of cremation services with or without your pet's ashes returned. A variety of keepsakes are available depending on your cremation selection and vet.
Special circumstances
We understand end-of-life care for your beloved pet can be unpredictable. We provide support and flexibility during this sensitive time.
Questions you may have
Your total at-home pet euthanasia cost includes three core fees: the in-home euthanasia service fee, a platform fee, and any travel fee for your location. Optional add-ons (cremation and memorial keepsakes) are priced separately. You'll see the full breakdown before you confirm your home visit.
The three core fees are always included:
- Euthanasia service fee — the in-home visit and the procedure itself (sedation, euthanasia, and time to say goodbye)
- Platform fee — covers booking, vet coordination, and support
- Travel fee — applies based on your distance from the attending vet. Some locations have none
Optional, priced separately:
- Cremation — private/individual (ashes returned) or communal (not returned)
- Memorial keepsakes — paw prints, fur clippings, urns
- Urgent or after-hours appointments may carry a surcharge
Since pricing varies by location, your exact total is shown on the booking page before you confirm — there's no obligation to proceed.
Yes. If you’ve chosen cremation, your vet will respectfully transport your pet from your home to a partner crematorium after the appointment. You don’t need to do anything. Your vet will coordinate the transport, cremation, and return of your pet’s ashes.
What to expect:
• Your vet brings everything needed for a safe and dignified transport
• You decide how much time you want before they leave. There is never a rush
• If you've chosen private or individual cremation, ashes are typically returned within 2-3 weeks. This varies by vet
• For larger pets (greater than 100lbs), your vet may ask for help to move your pet with dignity — they will let you know if they need your help prior to the process
Your pet cremation options fall into three paths: cremation with your pet's ashes returned to you (private, individual, or aquamation), communal cremation where ashes aren't returned, or handling your pet's remains yourself. Available options vary by your local veterinarian. Regardless of your choice, your vet coordinates all aftercare with their local crematorium or aquamation partner.
Options where ashes are returned to you
- Private cremation — your pet is cremated alone, so the ashes returned are solely your pet's
- Individual cremation — pets are cremated in a large chamber but kept separated by physical barriers, so your pet's ashes stay identifiable and are returned in an urn
- Individual aquamation (select vets) — a gentle, water-based alternative to flame cremation where your pet’s ashes are returned in an urn
- The most common optional keepsakes when ashes are returned are paw prints, fur clippings, ink prints, and custom urns — availability varies by vet
Options where ashes are not returned
- Communal (group) cremation — your pet is cremated respectfully alongside other pets, and the crematorium scatters their ashes in their local grounds. Typically, this is the lower-cost option.
- Group aquamation (select vets) — a communal water-based process where your pet’s ashes are respectfully scattered by the aquamation partner locally
Handling your pet yourself
- Your vet leaves your pet with you to arrange aftercare, such as a home burial. Please review your local laws and regulations when choosing a final resting place.
Your vet coordinates respectful transportation and return of your pet’s ashes whenever an "ashes returned" option is chosen. The exact options and pricing are shown when you schedule a visit with a local veterinarian.
You can cancel or reschedule your appointment free of charge up to 4 hours before your scheduled start. For cancellations within those final 4 hours, we ask for a $100 fee to cover the time your vet has set aside for you. If your pet has passed before the appointment, we waive that fee in good faith.
To cancel or reschedule:
- Use the link in your booking confirmation (sent to your email and text)
- Or call us at 1-833-CODAPET (833-263-2738)
- Or reach out to your vet directly if you have their contact information
If you find yourself needing to change plans on short notice, in case your pet's condition has shifted, a family member can't make it, or something unexpected has come up, please reach out as soon as you're able. Even a quick call within the final 4 hours helps us understand and respond. We try to handle late cancellations with care, especially when circumstances are clearly outside your control.
If your pet passes peacefully at home before your scheduled appointment, please know there's no obligation to proceed and no cancellation fee. You can cancel anytime before your vet arrives, right from the link in your booking confirmation email or text.
If you'd like our help with aftercare
Many families still appreciate having their vet come to their home to provide aftercare. We can take your pet into our care, coordinate cremation with our local partner, and return their ashes to you, so you don't have to handle those arrangements yourself. Just let your vet or our team know, and your appointment becomes an aftercare visit instead.
If you'd prefer to handle things on your own
You can cancel at any time using the link in your booking confirmation (sent to you by email and text). Our usual cancellation fee doesn't apply when a pet has passed peacefully on their own. We only ask that you let your vet know when you're able, so they can be there for another family who needs them.
Whatever you choose, please take all the time you need.
Common pet memorial keepsakes include paw prints (clay or ink), fur clippings, custom urns, memorial jewelry that holds your pet's ashes, and engraved plaques or garden stones. The exact options vary by vet, which you can see while booking, and any included in your base price will appear in your estimate summary.
What you may find offered (availability varies by vet):
- Clay or ink paw prints
- Fur clippings
- Standard, decorative, or custom urns
- Memorial jewelry incorporating your pet's ashes
- Engraved plaques or garden stones
- Glass art or thumbprint jewelry
You'll see the exact keepsakes your veterinarian offers and which ones are already included in your appointment when you review your estimate during booking. Anything additional you'd like can be added there, too.
Many families also create their own meaningful memorials at home: a framed photo, a planted tree, or a memory box holding their favorite toys and collars. There's no right or wrong way to remember your pet. You may also find comfort in exploring our suggestions for pet memorial ideas or viewing our pet memorial to create one of your own.
Note: You may also choose to add the memorabilia or change your mind about your choice at the time of your appointment.
Yes. If you'd like to bury your pet, you can arrange the burial yourself before or after the appointment. Your vet handles the euthanasia and can coordinate cremation if you choose it, but burial is something you take care of personally. Simply select self-handling when you schedule your visit so your vet knows in advance.
Choosing burial when scheduling:
When you book, select "self-handling" as your aftercare option. This lets your vet know in advance that you have made other plans for your pet. You can also change your mind anytime. If you later decide you would like cremation, your vet can coordinate that when they arrive at your home. Rest assured your vet will always re-confirm your wishes at the appointment.
Local pet cemetery resources
Each of our city pages includes contact information for local pet cemeteries we have gathered. They can help you start the conversation with the cemetery before your appointment.
Burial on your own property
Backyard burial is regulated differently in every city and county. Your local government website is often the fastest place to check. Some areas allow it freely, others have setback or depth requirements, and some do not allow it at all.
Many families choose a hybrid
Because burial requires research, transport, and physical effort at an already difficult moment, so many families instead choose cremation and then create a personal ritual. This might mean burying your pet’s ashes in a meaningful spot, planting a tree above them, or scattering them somewhere your pet loved to go. Either path is a meaningful way to honor your pet.
If burial is the right choice for your family, please let your vet know when scheduling or when you connect with your vet. They can share any local insight they have and help you think through the logistics. We are here to help however we can.
Yes, most vets in our network can transport your dog after the appointment for cremation, including large dogs. The specifics vary from vet to vet. Some vets have weight limits based on factors like back health or vehicle equipment, and these are noted on their individual profiles. You can find each vet's profile on our homepage by searching their name.
Where to find a vet's limits
Each vet's profile lists any weight or transport limits they have. You can find profiles by searching a vet's name on our homepage. If a vet’s weight limits do apply, they’re automatically filtered out for you when you schedule a visit.
If your dog is large (greater than 100lbs)
Some vets ask a family member or friend to help move the dog from your home to their vehicle. They will let you know what's needed when they connect with you, and the same information is visible on their profile if you'd like to check beforehand.
For very large dogs, an additional fee may apply depending on the vet's situation. The vet will discuss any extra cost with you after they receive your appointment.
Other factors that can affect the final price include extra time or extra medication needed for larger pets, which the vet will also walk you through before the appointment.
To talk through options before scheduling your visit, you can also email our care team at info@codapet.com
Your pet's ashes are returned to you when you've chosen private cremation, individual cremation, or individual aquamation — usually within about 2 to 3 weeks. The exact timing varies by veterinarian and by how you'd like to receive them, both of which you'll decide together during your appointment.
How your pet's ashes are returned to you (you choose what feels right):
- Delivered by your vet personally — when you live close enough, and you've agreed on this at the appointment
- Sent to you in the mail, in a secure container
- Picked up at your vet clinic, where they allow it
- Picked up directly from the crematorium or aquamation facility
What you'll receive:
- An urn with an engraved nameplate (standard or upgraded, depending on what you selected during booking)
- Any keepsakes you chose (paw prints, fur clippings)
A gentle note on timing
Receiving your pet's ashes can feel emotionally significant. For some families, the return makes the loss feel newly real, and they're not ready right away. For others, having their pet's ashes home is part of the healing. Both are okay. Some families arrange for a friend or relative to receive the ashes first and bring them over at the right time — whatever pace feels right to you. If you find yourself struggling, please know our pet loss and grief resources are here whenever you need them.
For a fuller walkthrough of cremation, aftercare, and memorials, read our Complete Guide to Pet Euthanasia.
During an in-home pet euthanasia appointment, your vet spends unhurried time with your pet and family before the procedure itself, which is gentle and quick. A sedative is given first so your pet drifts into a peaceful sleep, then a second injection allows them to pass calmly. Most visits last around half an hour to an hour, with as much time as you need at every step.
How the process will unfold:
Your vet arrives in a way that's meant to fit calmly into your home with everything needed for the visit. They'll spend time getting to know your pet in the spot where your pet is most comfortable, and they'll explain as much or as little about what's about to happen as feels right to you. Questions are always welcome.
A few small things that can help in advance:
- Choose a spot in your home where your pet feels safe and won't need to be moved.
- Keep their favorite treats nearby — many pets enjoy a few before the sedative.
- Invite family members and loved ones, human and four-legged, to gather close.
When you're ready, sedation is given first. Within a few minutes, your pet is in a deep, peaceful sleep, feeling nothing. The final injection follows when you say you're ready, and the heart stops gently — usually in under a minute. Afterward, you're welcome to stay with your pet for as long as you'd like.
If at any point you'd like more time, have a question, or have a special request, just say so. Your vet’s goal is to help your pet's passing be as dignified and peaceful as possible.
You may hear this called having a pet "put to sleep,” which means the same gentle, loving goodbye of euthanasia. For a full walkthrough, including how to prepare your home and what comes afterward, please read our Complete Guide to Pet Euthanasia.
There's rarely a single moment that tells you when it's time to say goodbye. Most families recognize it when their dog or cat's comfort fades across several areas at once (most often pain, breathing, eating, mobility, and engagement with you), and the bad days start to outnumber the good. Reflecting on these changes over time, then talking with your vet, brings the clearest answer.
You may hear this described as knowing when to "put your dog or cat down" or "put them to sleep" — both mean the same painful, loving decision.
Signs of declining comfort to watch over time:
- Pain or discomfort that medication no longer eases
- Labored or difficult breathing
- Eating or drinking noticeably less
- Trouble standing, walking, or climbing stairs — or, for cats, jumping to favorite spots
- Accidents or trouble staying clean, including litter-box changes
- Confusion, restlessness, or anxiety that won't settle
- Hiding or withdrawing from the family
- More bad days than good ones
What matters most is the pattern across several of these areas over time — not any single sign. A few signs that need a vet right away include gasping or open-mouth breathing (especially in cats), blue or pale gums, or repeated seizures.
Our free Quality of Life questionnaire walks through these same areas to help you reflect on your pet's comfort and bring clearer notes to your vet. It's a gentle reflection aid — not a pass-or-fail test, and never a decision-maker.
For a full, vet-developed decision framework, read How Will I Know When It's Time.
At-home pet euthanasia is a service where a licensed veterinarian comes to your home to gently help your pet pass peacefully when it's the right time. A sedative is usually given first, so your pet drifts into a deep, comfortable sleep, followed by a final injection that allows them to pass peacefully. It is widely offered as a gentler alternative to clinic-based euthanasia.
The general flow of most in-home providers
While the specifics vary between providers, most in-home euthanasia services follow a similar shape:
- You book an appointment online or by phone with a veterinarian who serves your area
- The vet contacts you before the appointment to confirm details and answer questions
- On the day, the vet arrives at your home with what they need for a calm, unhurried visit
- After time with your pet, the vet administers a sedative to help them into a deep sleep. Once your pet is fully asleep, a final injection follows
- The vet helps coordinate aftercare, including cremation if you choose it
The full appointment usually takes around half an hour to an hour, though there is no set time and the pace is yours.
Differences between providers
Different services use different sedation approaches, scheduling systems, pricing structures, and aftercare partnerships. Some require advance notice while others accept same-day bookings. Some include keepsakes while others do not. If you are comparing options, it is worth reaching out to a few to ask about their specific approach.
You may also hear this service described as having a pet "put to sleep." Both terms describe the same gentle process.
At CodaPet specifically
Our booking flow shows available appointment times across the next 7 days, with the vet for each time visible alongside their photo, bio, and reviews. You can compare options side by side, see a live cost estimate as you view your options, and choose the aftercare path that fits your family. For a complete walkthrough, read our Complete Guide to Pet Euthanasia.
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Dr. Causey and the entire team affiliated with her provided so much comfort and remain so incredibly respectful of our grief and loss. The care and attention they provided our CoCo was heartfelt and appreciated! They returned our precious babe the next day and even in that their attention to our emotions were their priority. I only had one other pet who passed from cancer and wish she could have had the love from this experience as opposed to a cold bright vet office. Thank you for offering a better transition to our sweet fur baby!
I initially opted out of feedback when booking my appt but Dr Patterson was so amazing I can't help but leave her a positive review. She was patient, kind, respectful, and comfortable to have in our home on one of the worst days ever. She gave us space when needed and even the most skittish of kitties wasn't afraid of her. I would recommend her 10000 times over.
Dr Dover is such a special person. I am glad she was there to help us when it was time for Koda our Huskey girl to leave us for a while. Dr Dover is caring, sympathetic and professional. It's never easy to let go but when there is nothing more that you can do, I'm glad Dr Dover was there to help us.
Dr Angela was kind and patient. She answered all of our questions. She was so sweet too Spunky. She made sure that Spunky was comfortable and passed peacefully. I want to say thank you for your kindness. We appreciate it so much.
I cannot adequately express my gratitude to Dr. Keri for the extraordinary compassion, patience, and care she provided when it was time to say goodbye to my beloved Shadow. Shadow was a rescue with a history of trauma, fear, and significant reactivity. Although we had worked incredibly hard over the years to build her trust and help her feel safe, veterinary visits remained an enormous source of anxiety and fear for her. Exams and procedures typically required a muzzle, sedation, or other special accommodations. As we approached the heartbreaking decision to let her go, my greatest fear wasn't simply losing her. It was that her final moments would be filled with the same fear and distress she'd experienced during previous veterinary visits. More than anything, I wanted her to leave this world feeling safe, comfortable, and loved. But given her history, I genuinely didn't know whether that would be possible. Dr. Keri gave us that gift. From the moment she arrived at our home, she approached the experience with such gentleness, patience, and respect for Shadow's needs. There was no rushing, no unnecessary handling, and no expectation that Shadow needed to behave a certain way. She allowed us to move through the process in a way that preserved the trust and sense of safety Shadow and I had spent so many years building. Dr. Keri even had me administer Shadow's initial oral sedative myself, something I deeply appreciated because it allowed that part of the process to happen through someone Shadow knew and trusted. Later, when it was time for the sedative injection, Shadow was lying peacefully in front of me while I stroked her head, and when Dr. Keri administered the injection, and Shadow didn't so much as flinch or flick an ear. That was the moment I finally knew she was going to have the peaceful goodbye I had so desperately wanted for her. No muzzle. No restraint. No fear. Just my girl, comfortable in her own home, surrounded by love. I will carry the gratitude I feel for that experience for the rest of my life. I'm sharing this not only to recognize Dr. Keri's exceptional care, but also for anyone else facing this decision with a fearful or reactive pet. I know firsthand how frightening it can be to wonder whether a peaceful goodbye is even possible for an animal who struggles with veterinary care. I searched specifically for someone who could understand and accommodate those challenges, and I hope sharing our experience might offer another family a little reassurance during an incredibly difficult time. Dr. Keri gave Shadow something I wasn't sure anyone could give her: the opportunity to leave this world without being afraid. And she gave me the immeasurable comfort of knowing that my girl was safe, right until the very end. Thank you, Dr. Keri. From the bottom of my heart. 💜🐾
Dr. Murray showed such compassion, kindness, and understanding toward Fender and our family. Saying goodbye was the hardest thing my husband and I have ever had to do. We knew in our hearts that it was the right decision, and Dr. Murray gently confirmed that for us. He guided us through one of the most painful moments of our lives with such care. A couple of days later, Dr. Murray checked in on us to see how we were doing and told us that if we needed anything at all, he was close by. That simple gesture meant more to us than he probably realized. We will always be grateful for the love, compassion, and kindness he showed us. Cabrales Family & Fender Cabrales
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