Urgent Appointment Request

Requesting a visit outside the current availability allows a licensed vet to review your request and try to accommodate your pet's needs

How it works

Compassionate care
when you need it most

Frequently Asked Questions

Urgent appointments are for situations where your pet is experiencing a sudden decline, visible pain, distress, or other time-sensitive end-of-life needs — and no standard appointment times are available.

These requests are most appropriate when care is needed same-day, but existing time slots don’t work or aren’t shown

No — this is not an emergency service.

Urgent requests are not designed for situations that require immediate intervention. If your pet is in critical distress, please contact a 24/7 emergency veterinary clinic.

Not immediately. Your request is sent to licensed veterinarians in your area. If one is able to help, they will reach out directly to discuss the proposed arrival time and any additional fees.

After you agree on the details, you will receive a booking link to confirm the appointment.

Response times can vary. Vets who offer flexible availability typically try to reach out as soon as they’re able — but they may be attending to other pet families or personal responsibilities before they can respond.

While many pet parents hear back within a few hours, we can’t guarantee a timeframe. We recommend continuing to explore other options until you’ve connected with a vet.

Yes, urgent appointments usually include an additional fee based on the time of day or night, your location, and the vet’s ability to accommodate. You’ll see all estimated costs before confirming your appointment.

Unfortunately, urgent appointments are not guaranteed bookings. If no vet is immediately available, your request stays open and visible to local providers — and we’ll notify you if someone is able to help.

In the meantime, we strongly recommend continuing your search for care. You can explore alternative in-home providers at: inhomepeteuthanasia.com

Yes. If a vet accepts your request, they’ll try to connect with you as soon as possible — often by text message for speed, or with a phone call when needed.

This allows you to confirm the proposed time and any added fees, and ask any questions before the booking link is sent.

Veterinarians that honor the bond with your pet

Hear from pet parents like you

Overall service rating from over 5449+ reviews

Dr. Bagnoni was incredibly responsive and able to accommodate a same-day, in-home euthanasia for our 15-year-old dog, Zeus. She took the time to speak with us beforehand by phone, clearly explaining the process and what to expect. When she arrived, she performed a gentle initial exam, and together we recognized that it was truly Zeus’s time. She walked us through each step in person and thoughtfully answered our 5-year-old son’s questions in a way he could understand. Throughout the entire visit, she was calm, patient, and deeply respectful. Nothing felt rushed. The process was peaceful and free of stress for Zeus, which meant everything to us. We chose cremation, and the turnaround was quick. Dr. Bagnoni provided a beautiful urn, a clay paw print, fur clippings, and ink impressions of Zeus’s paw and nose; keepsakes we will treasure. Her professionalism, compassion, and gentle presence gave us comfort during one of the hardest moments our family has faced. We are grateful that Zeus’s final moments were handled with such dignity and care. I highly recommend Dr. Bagnoni. She is a truly compassionate professional.

codapet review
5.0
Feb 26 2026 by Christopher C.
Review by Christopher C.
Dr. Kim Bagnoni profile picture

Dr. Lisa made herself available for a last-minute urgent call for us and she couldn’t have been more lovely and caring. This is obviously a challenging and sad time for anyone in the position to call. She treated it with reverence and kindness. Feel lucky to have had her.

codapet review
5.0
Sep 16 2025 by Gillian Shure
Review by Gillian Shure
Dr. Lisa Fieg profile picture

Dr. Lutri was amazing and wonderful through this difficult process. I don’t know what I would have done if I had to have taken Ellie in and move her. My sweet furry bestie was comfortable on the place she always felt secure. We were all by her side and she went “to sleep” so peacefully. Dr. Lutri was thoughtful and so caring. I would highly recommend her.

codapet review
5.0
Feb 26 2026 by Jennifer P.
Review by Jennifer P.
Dr. Daniela Lutri profile picture

I truly appreciated Dr.Jem on this difficult day!! It was peaceful and everything I wanted for my sweet girl in those moments. I highly recommend and know who to call when the time comes for my other fur babies.

codapet review
5.0
Feb 28 2026 by Cheryl R.
Review by Cheryl R.
Dr. Jem Scott-Emuakpor profile picture

Dr. Katie was amazing! She handled everything so professionally yet personally too. Ruger will be so missed by many (as she can attest to, she said it was the biggest crowd she'd had, there were 9 of us) and I will never take my pets to a cold impersonal clinic to pass if I can help it. Having your pet pass at home where they're comfortable and familiar was such a blessing!

codapet review
5.0
Oct 12 2025 by Tina Devore
Review by Tina Devore
Dr. Katie Todd profile picture

Dr. Causey was everything we could have hoped for in such an unbearable moment—gentle, compassionate, and incredibly understanding. She never rushed us. She gave us the space to hold our boy, to love him, to cry, and to say goodbye in the most dignified and loving way possible. Because of her, Jack’s final moments were filled with warmth, comfort, and so much love. Saying goodbye will never be okay—but I am forever grateful that Jack was able to leave this world surrounded by the people who loved him most♥️🐶🌈

codapet review
5.0
Feb 25 2026 by Arianna S.
Review by Arianna S.
Dr. Suzanne Causey profile picture