Vet Serves in Duluth, MN

Dr. Anna L. Peterson, DVM

Verified Veterinarian

90 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

I've always surrounded myself with animals (perk of being a country kid with very understanding parents), and decided to be a veterinarian before I even started kindergarten. After being in clinical practice for 14.5 years, I've developed a passion for physical rehabilitation, hospice, and end-of-life care. I consider it a deep privilege to help pets and clients through the most difficult stage of the human- animal bond.

Education

Undergraduate: Northwestern College - 2003

Veterinary Medicine: University of Wisconsin - Madison - 2009

Certifications

1

Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association

Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association
  • Based InSuperior, WI
  • Service areasSuperior, WI and surrounding areas
  • Work Experience15+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats, Small Mammals (includes rats, ham ...
  • Notice Required3 hours

General availability

MondayTimes Vary Weekly

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. Anna L. Peterson, DVM 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. Anna L. Peterson, DVM 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 $85 - $400

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostFrom $60 - $165

Quality of life consult

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

Est. CostStarting at $200

What pet parents are saying

Dr. Peterson made a hard day as gentle as possible. She explained every step of the process and let us set the pace as we said goodbye to our precious cat in the comfort of our home. Her empathy, skill, and preparedness made us feel well cared for. I'd highly recommend her for any family facing this difficult decision.

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5.0
Nov 23 2025 by Heather L.
Review by Dr. Anna L. Peterson, DVM

I'm so glad I heard about Coda Pets. I was worried Minnesota Pets doesn't serve the Arrowhead region anymore, we had them 5 yrs ago for Doras mom Loki. There's no way I'd bring my dog to a vet clinic to say goodbye. And the one vet that comes out, I've had bad experiences with and was dreading to support them. Doras passing was holy as I got to spoon her and grieve. I arranged for Furever Love to come later so I had time to anoint her body. I barely remember Anna being here, I was out of my mind. , she was kind and respectful. I will tell everyone that has to make this decision about Coda Pets...

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5.0
Aug 19 2025 by Susan H.
Review by Susan H.
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We are so grateful for Dr. Peterson and her openness to offer at-home end of life service. Our dog had always been nervous to leave home, and when she began exhibiting end of life symptoms, it broke my heart to think she would not only be in pain, but also suffer from anxiety at the end of her life, having to take her to the clinic for care. Dr. Peterson not only accommodated us in our home, but was gentle and caring. She made our dog feel at ease and never rushed anything.

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5.0
Aug 25 2025 by Jennifer B.
Review by Dr. Anna L. Peterson, DVM

Dr. Anna was responsive and compassionate and we had a very sweet and peaceful goodbye in our home instead of at an emergency vet because she was willing to come to our very rural house. Could not have asked for more from her.

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5.0
Mar 16 2026 by Rachel B.
Review by Rachel B.
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I had never met Dr. Peterson until she arrived to euthanize my little boy. He was 16 1/2 years old and had been fine just 2 days earlier. He had 2 days of such a rapid decline and his regular vet was talking about being able to get him in in about a week, which I found to just be cruel. In calling CODApet, they had 2 appointments available that afternoon. I took the 5:00 appointment and let them know my door would be unlocked, so she could just walk in. At 4:30, I brought Carrie into the loving room, put his favorite soft blanket over me and laid him in my lap as I sat in my recliner. Dr. Peterson came through the door as my clocks were chiming 5:00, PERFECTLY on time. She could not have been kinder. She was soft-spoken throughout, explaining every thing she would be doing. She did all she needed to do with Carrie continuing to lie on me and that is where he died. She was empathetic, SO incredibly thoughtful, not seeming rushed, allowing me the time to cry and let her take Carrie when I was ready. I have a second cat that wandered through a bit and she'd talk to him and pet him. I have no idea how many times I said thank you to her. This is the absolute worst time in a pet owner's life but I also believe it's the last thing we can do to love them. Dr. Peterson made this time the easiest she could. I am so thankful for this wonderful, kind woman and this service that didn't make me wait or Carrie suffer. It was the most peaceful time it could have been. I had chosen to have Carrie's ashes returned to me and, coincidentally, they arrived this afternoon. Dr. Peterson had a choice of options for this service as well and my little boy is back home. This woman was an absolute blessing both to me and to the loving care she provided my cat.

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5.0
Jan 24 2025 by Kathi S.
Review by Kathi S.
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Dr. Anna was incredibly compassionate, professional, and most of all very kind! I'm so thankful she provided this service so my dog could pass in the place where she was most comfortable (her home)! Thank you Dr. Anna, Rocky

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5.0
Jan 19 2026 by Rocky A.
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