Dr. Deborah Perzak
Verified Veterinarian
Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia
I wanted to become a veterinarian so that I could make a difference. When I was in college, I had a deep interest in science and research, and I loved to challenge myself. I was fortunate as a child to have parents that understood my love for animals and would allow me to "bring home the strays", so to speak. I worked for several years in the restaurant industry before deciding to use my gifts with people and animals, as well as my science background, to pursue my dream of becoming a veterinarian. I believe in the golden rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. To me, this means treating the people I meet and the pets I take care of with respect, dignity, and compassion. I liken being a veterinarian to a pediatrician: Since both pets and small children cannot always communicate to me what is wrong, or where it hurts, it is up to me to listen to the pet parent and use what they say to help diagnose and treat their pet.
Education
Undergraduate: University of South Carolina - 1997
Veterinary Medicine: University of Georgia - 2001
- Based InGreenville, SC
- Service areasGreenville, Spartanburg, Anderson, Easley and surr ...
- Work Experience22 years+ years
- Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats, Small Mammals, and Rabbits
- Notice Required2 hours
General availability
Sunday9:00 am - 9:00 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. Deborah Perzak will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones
Est. CostStarting at $325
Keepsakes
Clay paw prints, wooden urns with personalizations available with ashes returned
Est. CostFrom $42 - $67
Quality of life consult
Schedule a 1-on-1 with a vet over a virtual conference call or at home.
Est. CostStarting at $225
What pet parents are saying
Debra was a God sent angel ! She took her time with us and explained everything that she was doing! Harley was very happy with her and I think he was very grateful to her! We ended up knowing each other and that made for a pleasant experience! We couldn’t have wrote the ending any better!
Dr Perzak had been taking care of our cat for many years prior to leaving her practice. She was well aware of our cat and our family and knew our decision was not easy to make.
Dr Perzak was an answer to our prayers and helped us tremendously with our wonderful dog of 19 years! She was excellent on all accounts during this emotional time ! We consider her a gift to us and our precious dog Rocky !
Dr Perzak was so warm and understanding. We had our whole family present and she was very thoughtful and gracious. I can not thank her enough
Our cat, Alexandra, could not recover from her liver and gallbladder problems. Loading her in the car, which she hates, driving to the vet seemed like torture. Mercifully, we found CodaPet and Dr. Deborah Perzak. Even before we met, I was impressed and relieved at the confirmation text and email and the options to ask questions. Dr. Perzak arrived at 3:00 exactly on a Sunday and entered our home respectfully. She took a brief history of Alex with a quick hands on check using soothing words. Dr. Perzak explained the steps of the process even though we had previously been through this heart-breaking procedure in years' past. I sat with Alex on the bed where we had snuggled the previous night. With her head on my leg, I was able to assure Alex that soon she would be pain free. We sat together until I was ready to let her go. Dr. Perzak carefully bundled Alex carry her out and made all the necessary cremation details. If "it is time" let Dr. Perzak help you and your beloved pet.
Dr. Deborah made a difficult situation very comfortable for our pet Ruby and us as well. I would not have guessed that my wife would witness the proceedings, but it helped that she was there by her side and experience the compassion of the moment. A very special and fitting end to a life.
