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.
Undergraduate: BSA University of Georgia - 1980
Veterinary Medicine: DVM University of Georgia - 1984 MS and Residency University of Illinois - 1997
Maryland Veterinary Medical Association Member (MDVMA), CAETA's CPEV (Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian)


General availability
Tuesday9:45 am - 4:45 pm
Availability each week can vary based on demand and scheduling. Please provide a minimum 2 hour advance notice for all bookings.
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
Clay paw prints, wooden urns with personalizations available with ashes returned
Est. CostStarting at $55
Schedule a 1-on-1 with a vet over a virtual conference call or at home.
Est. CostStarting at $125
I can’t recommend Dr. Karen Duncan highly enough. From start to finish, she was incredibly communicative, compassionate, and supportive. When the time came to say goodbye to our beloved dog, Jolene, Dr. Karen guided us through the process with such care and patience. She gave us all the time we needed to say our goodbyes - even allowing our younger dog to be part of the moment. Her thoughtful touches, including a custom sign and a beautiful, heartfelt card, meant the world to us. Because of Dr. Karen, Jolene's final moments were peaceful and full of love. We’re forever grateful.
"Dr.Karen Duncan is an angel on earth. She provided the most calm, quiet, special experience for our beloved Isabella's passing. We felt safe to express our grief with no judgement, only compassion, empathy and understanding. It was a gift that she provided to our beloved girl, being able to pass over the rainbow bridge with those she loved most holding her and telling her we loved her. Thank you Dr. Duncan for that wonderful gift.:
Dr. Duncan was kind, compassionate and professional. My cat Baadger died in the comfort of our home. He felt my caresses and the last sound he heard was my voice. Thank you!
Karen Duncan was a true blessing during this difficult time and I feel so blessed to have had her in those final moments! She is best! And I thank her so very much!
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.
Dr Duncan (Karen) was an outstanding and extremely caring person. She arrived on schedule but more importantly she was exceptionally gentle with Kobe and over the top compassionate. Kobe was an extremely loved dog who we were permitted to have in our lives for 15+ years. The house is now empty, and our normal routines are confusing for us, but we know that Kobe is in a place of rest and thanks Karen he will continue to rest peacefully. We cannot nor or ever thank Karen enough. Bruce