Vet Serves in Phoenix, AZ

Dr. Christina Vernon

Verified Veterinarian

143 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

I have always had a strong love for animals, combined with a fascination for science and problem solving I knew becoming a Veterinarian was my calling. After serving countless pets over the years, my professional interest has evolved into a desire to provide a source of help in the times most pets and their owners need it the most. I strive to provide the most compassionate, peaceful, and stress-free experience possible. Having seen way too many pets suffer or experience stress in their last moments in an unfamiliar environment, my goal is to help provide relief while ensuring your pet experiences the utmost love and comfort in their final moments.

Education

Undergraduate: Iowa State University - 2005

Veterinary Medicine: Iowa State University - 2009

Certifications

3

CAETA's CPEV (Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian), Pet Loss Bereavement Specialist, Fear Free Certified

 CAETA's CPEV (Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian)Pet Loss Bereavement SpecialistFear Free Certified
  • Based InSun City, AZ
  • Service areasPhoenix & Surrounding Areas
  • Work Experience16+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats
  • Notice Required2 hours

General availability

Monday9:15 am - 2:15 pm

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. Christina Vernon will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $335

Pet cremation

Dr. Christina Vernon 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 $105 - $395

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostFrom $15 - $264

Quality of life consult

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

Est. CostStarting at $125

What pet parents are saying

Dr Veron has been our dogs vet for many years. It was a pleasure for us to have her there to send our dog to her final rest. It was a very good experience. So peaceful.

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5.0
Sep 27 2024 by Lynn Cartwright
Review by Dr. Christina Vernon

Our fifteen-year-old Aussie had lost the use of his rear legs and was confused and struggling. And as much as we hoped he would be okay on a gut level we knew it was his time. We had called five or six vets and all of them were overbooked and seemingly indifferent to what we were going through. They all referred us to emergency vet clinics that stated they had no appointment system and they would get to us when they could. Our boy deserved better. Admittedly, I had never heard of in home pet euthanasia but anything seemed like a better option than sitting in a cold, sterile examination room. Our boy hated going to the vet and I didn't want his last moments to be filled with fear. Using CodaPet's website I made a same-day appointment for that afternoon. Dr. Christina Vernon did an outstanding job of comforting us in the most troubling of circumstances. She was on-time, kind, compassionate, gentle, and understood what we were going through. She explained the process in depth and didn't proceed until we were ready. He died peacefully laying in his favorite spot with my wife and I comforting him. He was the most loving dog I've ever known and it was soooo important that his final moments reflected how much he was loved. Dr. Christine allowed that to happen. He had a peaceful, loving death. Thank you!!!! I wholeheartedly encourage anyone struggling with the end to consider Dr. Christina and CodaPet. We chose cremation and received his ashes back in a beautiful box with a fantastic paw print.

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5.0
Apr 24 2024 by James S
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She was an absolute angel. She was very kind to my baby Ash and treated him with dignity and helped him to cross over to the Rainbow Bridge with his loving family next to him throughout the ordeal. We could not have had a better experience.

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5.0
Jan 01 2025 by David F.
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Dr. Christina Vernon is a special person. I have never tried at home services like this, and I tell you, this was the best experience for both me and my pet. Thank you Dr. Vernon, you were wonderful and we both appreciated the care you provided to us.

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5.0
Sep 13 2024 by Leslie Anderson
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Christina was amazing to say the least. She began by sitting down with Tazz and offering her treats to break Tazz’s nervousness with a stranger in her room. Christiana not only comforted Tazz, but us as well with her caring demeanor. She spoke softly and spent time with us …no hurry . Afterwards she wrapped Tazz in a blanket and carried her to her suv which had a nice bed to put her in. About a week later Christina personally brought Tess’s ashes to us. She also followed up with a very nice card. I would highly recommend her services if you looking for a top notch professional to handle your loved ones final minutes…thank you from the bottom of our hearts 💕

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5.0
Apr 22 2025 by Anthony G.
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Dr. Christina is a God send in the center of such a sad time in our lives. She was extremely caring, patient and double checked we were absolutely sure this is what we wanted to do. She was so sweet to my fur baby in all her last moments. I know this is never a decision anyone wants to make, but if having to for the sake of your sweet fur babies I absolutely recommend Dr. Christina. We got a beautiful urn back of our baby and a keepsake of her paw that brought tears to my eyes the second I saw it.

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5.0
Jul 18 2025 by Antonette S.
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