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
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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 enough. From the moment she walked into the room, she had a calming, gentle energy that made a tragic moment feel a little less painful. She spoke to my girl Jada, so sweetly and respectfully, and her compassion was just so genuine. We felt completely supported and cared for, and she gave us the space and time we needed to say our goodbyes. We will always be thankful for how she helped us navigate this devastating experience with such grace."
Dr.Karen was wonderful. She was compassionate and caring. She told us what to expect and walked us through the entire process. She is a beautiful soul.
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.
It is an extremely difficult time when putting a pet down after 20 years. Dr. Dunkin is very empathetic and made the process as easy as it could be. I would not hesitate to recommend her to a friend or family member if needed.
Dr. Karen Duncan came to our home to help us say goodbye to our beloved cat, and I truly cannot express how grateful we are for her care and compassion. From the moment she arrived, she was incredibly kind, gentle, and understanding of how emotional this experience was for us. She took the time to explain everything clearly and never rushed the process, allowing us to be fully present and say our goodbyes in a peaceful, comfortable environment. Her calm and reassuring presence made one of the hardest moments feel a little more manageable. It was clear that she genuinely cares about both her patients and their families. Because of her, our pet was able to pass peacefully at home, surrounded by love. I would highly recommend Dr. Karen Duncan to anyone facing this difficult decision. She made an incredibly painful experience much more comforting, and we will always be thankful for her kindness.
My Girl Chloe was a cherished family member. Unfortunately, her health had declined and we had to make a life ending decision that was very upsetting for everyone. We could not bear to take her anywhere to have the euthanasia done. We thought it was important to have this done at home where she is most comfortable. The in-home pet euthanasia was done by Dr. Karen Duncan. We had not met Karen, but when she came, she immediately put us at ease. She took her time with Chloe, and was very compassionate and understanding. She was here with us for at least an hour and explained the process in detail allowing time for us to absorb the procedure as needed. She then wrapped Chloe up in a warm blanket and transported her with TLC. I cannot say enough about Karen and the process that was done at our house. It gave us complete privacy, a special time to spend with Chloe and the opportunity to send her off in a very quiet, compassionate, and cherished way. Karen is obviously a special person to provide a service for those families having separation anxiety from their cherished pets. We appreciate all that was done to help us send Chloe off in a quiet and dignified way. We would highly recommend this, if you want that special time helping that cherished family member cross the Rainbow Bridge!