Vet Serves in Santa Rosa, CA

Dr. Delia Gregory-Macdonald

Verified Veterinarian

68 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

Becoming a veterinarian was a lifelong dream. I have always felt solace around animals. I understood as a child that animals are amazing - not because they are like us - but because they are like themselves. I am deeply committed to helping people understand what their beloved pet is experiencing and when (and how) to say goodbye. I feel called to do this work - to stand next to people as they navigate the beautiful heartache that comes from loving creatures we outlive. I see the best of people every day - as they break their hearts and heal their hearts. I am motivated by the love I see - the tenderness - the mercy.

Education

Undergraduate: University of Southern Maine - 2008

Veterinary Medicine: Colorado State University - 2012

  • Based InSebastopol, CA
  • Service areasSanta Rosa, CA and surrounding area
  • Work Experience13+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats, Small Mammals (includes rats, ham ...
  • 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. Delia Gregory-Macdonald will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $450

Pet cremation

Dr. Delia Gregory-Macdonald 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 $175 - $400

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostFrom $45 - $52

Quality of life consult

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

Est. CostStarting at $275

What pet parents are saying

We recently lost our beloved little boy, Dutch, and in wanting to keep him at home for his final journey, I found Dr. Delia on the Codapet website. What a Godsend she was. She arrived on time, spent an hour talking us through this most heartbreaking event with so much compassion and empathy for our overwhelming sadness. She was soothing and gentle with Dutch, and intimately understood our pug's rapid decline having a pug herself. He was the last of five pugs, and sadly that chapter of our life is gone forever with him. Godspeed my sweet boy, we will see you all again someday.

codapet review
5.0
Dec 23 2024 by Flavia M.
Review by Dr. Delia Gregory-Macdonald

Dr. Delia was a compassionate professional. She fully and gently explained the procedure and carried it out ... My senior cat Gracie had lost her mobility and she was miserable. No turning back, no more late night trips to ER vet for other problems, it was time and here at home was The place. I remain confident in my decision and I highly recommend Dr. Delia Gregory McDonald. Sincerely, Sandy Mackey

codapet review
5.0
Apr 28 2026 by Sandra M.
Review by Dr. Delia Gregory-Macdonald

Dr. Delia was great. She was kind and compassionate and made the process very comfortable for our pets last moments. We highly recommend Dr. Delia.

codapet review
5.0
Apr 09 2026 by Gean W.
Review by Gean W.
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Delia MacDonald is so compassionate and helpful in holistic practices. She had the hard job of telling me my dog had bone cancer and was patient in explaining prognosis and suggesting options for my dog’s sake as well as my own. When the time came to say goodbye, Delia came to my home within hours of my request. I’ve had a lot of dogs but this was by far the most peaceful departure I experienced. Much love and spirituality in the unrushed ceremony of celebrating life. My dog was calm and her soul was free to leave her body. I will be forever grateful for having Delia with us on this special day. Thank you Delia!

codapet review
5.0
Jul 12 2024 by Lynne S
Review by Dr. Delia Gregory-Macdonald

Dr. Delia was extremely compassionate. She sat with us and had a cup of tea, which allowed our dog, Penny, to settle and relax. It also gave us the opportunity to discuss Penny’s health and our decision—something we had been struggling with. We knew it was the right decision for Penny, but speaking with Dr. Delia helped us make peace with it. When it was time to say goodbye to Penny, everything was gentle and calm. We couldn’t have hoped for a more peaceful goodbye. Thank you, Dr. Delia, for your compassion and for making Penny’s final moments so peaceful.

codapet review
5.0
Feb 07 2026 by Peter M.
Review by Dr. Delia Gregory-Macdonald

I couldn't be more grateful to have found Dr. Delia and Coda Pet. I wasn't sure what to think initially since I just found Coda Pet online and it wasn't listed or referred by an of the local vets I'd spoken too. I'm so happy I trusted them! It was very difficult finding somebody to come for in-home euthanasia on urgent notice especially with my husky Koda taking a major turn on a big holiday week. Dr. Delia was able to do it on a whim and reschedule with me as needed given how moment-to-moment Koda was. She even drove all the way back from her holiday early to be able to help support us. Even more, Dr. Delia was an absolute rockstar for a very tricky situation. Koda was crying to be outside during it. We didn't think about time and it turned dark by the time it was time to do the procedure. His veins had collapsed and after multiple rounds, ended up needing an IV to perform the procedure (in the dark!). Dr. Delia handled it all while caring to our needs in this difficult time and even keeping unaware neighbors away. She was an absolute angel. I couldn't have asked for a better person to help with the most difficult day of my life. Bless you and thank you. Dr. Delia Love, Neil, Marissa, Pat & Koda

codapet review
5.0
Jan 09 2025 by Neil D.
Review by Neil D.
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