Vet Serves in Oakland, CA

Dr. April Le Blanc

Verified Veterinarian

39 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

After over 30 years of emergency veterinary medicine, I feel it is time for me to transition to another phase of pet care giving. Being able to humanely and lovingly let go of a beloved pet, when it is their time, especially in their home, is a gift.

Education

Undergraduate: Mount Holyoke College - 1986

Veterinary Medicine: University of California, Davis - 1992

  • Based InOakland, CA
  • Service areasSan Francisco East Bay Area
  • Work Experience33+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats
  • Notice Required2 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. April Le Blanc will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $375

Pet cremation

Dr. April Le Blanc 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 $150 - $450

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostStarting at $50

What pet parents are saying

Dr. Leblanc was really very nice and patient with us. She arrived on time and spent some time with us and our old girl. She was able to make our dog feel at ease, and understood our concerns. She really was wonderful. This is never a happy event, but it’s nice to be at home, and without the stress of getting your dog in the car and to the vet’s office. This was so much more comforting. I would definitely recommend April LeBlanc for anyone looking for home euthanasia for their pet.

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5.0
Jun 19 2026 by Vicki L.
Review by Dr. April Le Blanc

Dr. April Le Blanc is a kind, compassionate and wonderful human being. She sat with me as I went back and forth, unable to decide whether to put my 20-year old cat down. I ultimately decided it was time and she expertly and painlessly euthanized my little boy. I couldn't have asked for a better person to help me through a very difficult time.

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5.0
Feb 07 2026 by nicholas s.
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Dr. April Le Blanc helped us through a very difficult day with kindness and compassion. Her calm presence, helped soothe our breaking hearts. I can't recommend her enough to anyone who is considering in-home pet euthanasia. Thank you so much, April for being the person you are. Saying goodbye in our home was much easier than driving him to the vet office.

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5.0
Jun 15 2026 by Barbara G.
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We can't say enough kind words about Dr. April. She is extremely kind and has a very calming presence. She really understands the grieving process and did everything possible to make for the most comfortable and nurturing goodbye possible. We really appreciate her great attention to detail every step along the way. She clearly has put in a lot of thought into making for a peaceful goodbye and taking all the best steps possible to help with the grieving process. Thank you so so much, Dr. April, for everything you do.

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5.0
Jan 21 2026 by Gemeelah E.
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We are extremely glad we choose to have April help us with this very sad moment for our family. She was able to provide the understanding, professionalism, and emotional support that we needed, helping us and our 10-year-old daughter to say goodbye to our elderly dog. In the time she was with us, April was present and open. She didn't treat us as clients; she treated us as new friends and that made all the difference. We recommend her without any hesitation.

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Jan 20 2026 by Madhavi K.
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The Doctor was great. She has a great connection to animals. I would highly recommend Dr. April to anyone who needs this service. She made it feel like I was doing the right thing and I know Sadie did too.

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5.0
Feb 11 2026 by Patricia T.
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