Vet Serves in Jacksonville, FL

Dr. Courtney Mills

Verified Veterinarian

21 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

As a young girl, I knew two things for certain: I wanted to pursue a career in the medical field, and I wanted to help those who couldn’t help themselves. This guiding principle led me to veterinary medicine. Early in my career as a general practitioner in San Diego, I found myself drawn to the most vulnerable patients—those nearing the end of their lives. I began connecting deeply with families, offering a safe space to openly and honestly discuss quality of life, quality of death, grief, loss and love. When I realized that the traditional clinical setting was limiting my ability to fully support my clients and patients, I transitioned in 2020 to focus exclusively on end-of-life care. Helping families give their beloved pets the gift of a passing that is peaceful, loving and dignified has become my life’s work.

Education

Undergraduate: Cornell University - 2009

Veterinary Medicine: Cornell University - 2016

  • Based InJacksonville, FL
  • Service areasJacksonville, FL and surrounding area
  • Work Experience10+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats
  • Notice Required1 hour

General availability

SaturdayTimes 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. Courtney Mills will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $360

Pet cremation

Dr. Courtney Mills 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 $200 - $450

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostFrom $10 - $30

What pet parents are saying

My beautiful boy let me know it was his time on a Saturday morning. After multiple inquiries, Dr. Courtney had the earliest availability for late afternoon on Sunday to come to the house to put my baby to sleep. This was an ideal time so my family and I could say our goodbyes and spend what time we had left with him together. She did offer to come later in the morning on Sunday, if needed, but I kept the 4pm appointment. She arrived on time, was soft spoken, kind, compassionate, and took her time to explain the process, set clear expectations, and answer questions since this was our first experience with at-home euthanasia. She waited until we were ready before administering the sedative/anesthesia, and again with the medication to put him to final rest. She made his clay paw impression afterwards, so not to disturb him before since dogs typically don’t like their paws to be touched. And she then gave us time to privately be with him, and to let her know when we were ready for her to come back inside so she could place him on a stretcher to go in her car. We never felt rushed and he passed peacefully and overall a positive experience, given the circumstances, and gives me comfort during this difficult time. Incredibly grateful that my sweet boy was able to be in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loved ones.

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5.0
Jun 14 2026 by Karen S.
Review by Karen S.
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Dr. Courtney was absolutely perfect and made the passing of Mercedes as peaceful and loving as it possibly could've been. Thank you so much for doing what you do. Having her come to my home was the best thing I could do for Mercedes. ❤️

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5.0
Mar 27 2026 by Winter W.
Review by Winter W.
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Dr. Mills is an absolute angel. During this most difficult time her compassion was incredible. We thank her from the bottom of our hearts. She is an incredible blessing.

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5.0
Dec 29 2025 by Angelia C.
Review by Angelia C.
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Dr Courtney was simply amazing! She handled us and our sweet Milo with such care and compassion. I cannot imagine a better person to help with such a difficult situation. So grateful to have found her through Codapet.

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5.0
Dec 19 2025 by Sarah S.
Review by Dr. Courtney Mills

Highly recommend without reservation Dr. Courtney Mills and At Home Pet Euthanasia. The unbearable loss of a special pet was made more bearable by her compassion, consideration, and quiet demeanor.

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5.0
Aug 16 2025 by Mark Ericson
Review by Mark Ericson
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Dr Courtney Mills was excellent. She is very loving, explained what was going to happen clearly, allowed both of our dogs to become comfortable with her before she did anything. She said it best, her job was to be as gentle as possible. She was. CodaPet made the whole process easier.

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5.0
Jun 25 2025 by Charles Dinwiddie
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