Vet Serves in Salisbury, MD

Dr. Karen Duncan

Verified Veterinarian

66 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

Whenever possible, people want to be able to go home from the hospital for their remaining days, to die at home. Families want the same for their pets. As in-home pet euthanasia has finally become a viable option, I knew I could add value to the euthanasia experience because of my veterinary experience and my compassion for those pet parents who are deeply grieved over the loss of their four-legged family member. I see this as my calling, to care for the members of my local community.

Education

Undergraduate: BSA University of Georgia - 1980

Veterinary Medicine: DVM University of Georgia - 1984 MS and Residency University of Illinois - 1997

Certifications

2

Maryland Veterinary Medical Association Member (MDVMA), CAETA's CPEV (Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian)

Maryland Veterinary Medical Association Member (MDVMA) CAETA's CPEV (Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian)
  • Based InBerlin, MD
  • Service areasSalisbury, MD and surrounding areas
  • Work Experience42+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats, Small Mammals (includes rats, ham ...
  • Notice Required2 hours

General availability

WednesdayTimes 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. Karen Duncan will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $340

Pet cremation

Dr. Karen Duncan 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 - $285

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostStarting at $55

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

CodaPet and especially Dr. Duncan were amazing when the time came. They worked with us to make the moment as comfortable, relaxing and peaceful as we ever could have hoped for. Immensely grateful for their support.

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5.0
Nov 27 2024 by Antonio Calderon
Review by Antonio Calderon
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Karen Duncan DMV. Was the most soothing and caring person and we truly appreciated her approach to help Baxter pass. This experience will always be remembered as a sad and wonderful way to say goodbye to our beloved cat. Thank you Karen for everything.

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5.0
Sep 26 2024 by Virginia Albrecht
Review by Virginia Albrecht
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The experience of having to put a loved pet to sleep is heartbreaking. This was the 4th time in my adult life of having to make this decision. I always stay with mine until the last heartbeat. First 3 were done at the vets office but for Lucy, a rescued and worshipped pit bull, we discovered Codapet and Dr Karen Duncan and it was the best decision we made. No stress of getting them in the car and taking them to a place they hate. Lucy died in her living room on her favorite blankets surrounded by her loved ones. Codapet took care of her body. Dr Duncan was caring and kind and Lucy died peacefully. It may cost a little more than the traditional method but it was worth every penny.

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5.0
Dec 01 2024 by Marie B.
Review by Dr. Karen Duncan

Karen Duncan is an awesome vet! She was very caring, compassionate and understanding! I felt like I was with a good friend! I can’t say enough about her kindness and I highly recommend her services !

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5.0
Sep 12 2025 by Ruth M.
Review by Ruth M.
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Karen was amazing. She was calm, respectful of our pain and so so kind to Henry and my husband and I. I tell everyone I can that the experience was so amazing. Karen was the last caring gift we gave our dog, Henry.

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5.0
Oct 22 2025 by Cyndi M.
Review by Dr. Karen Duncan

She was wonderful and helped my Son through a very painful decision that it was time for his best friend of 15 years to go over the Rainbow Bridge. Very compasionate!

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5.0
Jan 24 2025 by Patricia C.
Review by Patricia C.
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