Vet Serves in Salisbury, MD

Dr. Karen Duncan

Verified Veterinarian

67 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

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. 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

I will be forever thankful for how gentle, kind and caring she was. Also, her availability on a short notice. She was very professional and experienced.

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5.0
Nov 14 2025 by Christina F.
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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Dr. Karen Duncan was the most sensitive, caring and gentle person we could have had to put our dear Moet down. Having this done in our home was so less stressful both for her and for us than taking her to a vet's office. She carefully explained everything beforehand and as she went through the process. Afterward she carefully wrapped our little one in a cozy blanket and put her in a soft basket. We couldn't be more grateful. Thank you so much, Karen.

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5.0
Aug 03 2025 by Carol S.
Review by Carol S.
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In home pet Euthanasia: This is a very hard review to write because it is about our personal loss of our beloved pet Lucy. Lucy's decline was very sudden and unexpected. While she was 14 years old she was very energenic and still got the zoomies once in awhile. Within a few minutes of coming back from her routine walk, she collapsed. She was diagnosed with Vestibular syndrome (inner/middle ear) and was expected to improve within 24-48 hours, but she did not. When we made the decision that it was time to say goodbye, we wanted to do it at home. We wanted her to be comfortable and surrounded by her loved ones. We didn't want to put her through anymore distress of driving her somewhere. Afterall, how many pets are excited to go to the vet?! We found Dr. Karen Duncan and she could not have been anymore caring and compassionate towards us and Lucy. She also evaluated Lucy to validate we were making the right decision. She explained everything to us and took her time. We did not feel rushed whatsoever. She took care of everything. While it is not a decision anyone likes to make, we would encourage others when that time comes to consider In-Home-Pet-Euthanasia. Be there for your pet in their loving surroundings.

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5.0
Aug 23 2025 by Tracey Merchant
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Dr. Karen is an angel of mercy. There is nothing easy about deciding the best act of love you can give a beloved pet is to release it from suffering. From the moment she arrived into our home Dr. Karen offered compassion and professionalism as she guided us through Earl Grey’s peaceful passing. I am grateful Earl Grey was held in love in his own home for his final moments. I will never forget Dr. Karen’s tenderness in helping me through my heart break.

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5.0
Mar 21 2026 by Kelley R.
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Dr. Duncan was very warm, caring, and immensely helpful during a very difficult time. Nigel was a wonderful cat - more dog than cat. He still greeted us at the door, demanded pets, and sat in our laps whenever we sat still long enough. But he had a huge tumor under his tongue, he had lost so much weight, and eating was so painful he could only attempt with a dose of pain medicine. He couldn’t groom himself anymore and his fur was covered in mats. And yet he still sought out love and affection, so we were so torn about what to do. Dr. Duncan helped us process all those emotions and facts and was completely caring and supportive. She allowed us to give Nigel the gift of dying without prolonged suffering, and without an anxiety ridden last day of a thirty minute car ride to the vet in a cat carrier in a sterile vets office smelling of fear and pain. He died peacefully in his own home without fear. I’m so grateful.

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5.0
Mar 12 2025 by Leanne Mireider
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