Vet Serves in Bend, OR

Dr. JoAnne Dixon

Verified Veterinarian

40 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

I see veterinary medicine as a profession of service, service to the animals in need of care and service to their owners who share and mutually celebrate the human animal bond. Every animal whom I care for teaches me something and helps me be a better veterinarian and a better person. In-home euthanasia is a gift that we can give our pets. We can provide solace for them and our families by letting them pass on in a place they know surrounded by those they love. In-home euthanasia allows us to be able to advocate for our pets and make the choice for how we want to say goodbye.

Education

Undergraduate: University of Washington - 1993

Veterinary Medicine: Washington State University - 1997

Certifications

1

Oregon Veterinary Medical Association

Oregon Veterinary Medical Association
  • Based InBend, OR
  • Service areasBend & Surrounding Areas
  • Work Experience26+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs, Cats, Small Mammals, & Rabbits
  • Notice Required2 hours

General availability

TuesdayTimes 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. JoAnne Dixon will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $300

Pet cremation

Dr. JoAnne Dixon 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 $75 - $390

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostStarting at $30

What pet parents are saying

It feels weird giving a positive review for someone who assisted in ending your dog’s life, but Dr. Dixon was kind, thoughtful, and very professional. Allowing our dog to pass away peacefully in our home was one of the toughest and best decisions we could make.

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5.0
Jan 13 2026 by Ryan S.
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I seldom leave reviews but my experience with Dr. Dixon deserves recognition. Her care, compassion and communication was as good as I could ever hope for in that painful time of losing a beloved. Missy is the 4th Dog I have had to make that painful decision with and the transition was made easier with Dr. Dixon's Love and Care. thank you Tim

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5.0
May 05 2025 by tim faherty
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Dr. Dixon is my animal hero! The way she came on very short notice to help my Rosie over the Bridge was such an enormous relief to me. The peaceful passing of my dog gave me the chance to hold that memory as a positive one in my heart The added service of cremation and the return of her ashes was another way to make a difficult time a bit easier. The fact that Dr. Dixon comes from La Pine to all over Bend shows how generous and caring she is. Lyn McClure

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5.0
Feb 03 2025 by Evelyn M.
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Dr Dixon was so kind and patient with us as we'd never lost a pet before. She explained what would happen and allowed Boomer to pass away peacefully in our arms, in our own home. I wouldn't have done this any other way and we are so grateful for her care.

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5.0
Nov 04 2024 by Linda S.
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Dr. Dixon treated our dog with so much respect and dignity. I’m so glad we found her and she was able to come to our house so quickly and on the weekend. Her kindness and patience and love gave me strength through the process. Thank you Dr. Dixon

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5.0
Jun 01 2026 by Zanna S.
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She was definitely professional and efficient on the day of. However, when delivering the ashes she left them on our front porch without even ringing the bell. We were home luckily (and had told her we would be) but have had package thefts before and it left kind of a bad taste in our mouth. The paw print was also poorly done with a long smear on one of the toes.

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4.0
Sep 08 2025 by Marc H.
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