Vet Serves in Austin, MN

Dr. Katie Elder

Verified Veterinarian

10 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

When I was doing volunteer work in shelters, I once saw kittens die because they were too young to be on their own. There weren't enough resources to help them at such a young age, and I wasn't in a position to offer help or end their suffering. I wanted to be in a place where I could make a difference for the vulnerable. Now, I want to provide in-home euthanasia because it's a conclusion and a peaceful ending, and because there's a need for it where I live. In-home euthanasia gives pets a comfortable conclusion and offers their owners closure.

Education

Undergraduate: LaGrange College - 2014

Veterinary Medicine: University of Missouri - 2018

  • Based InAustin, MN
  • Service areasAustin, MN and Surrounding Areas
  • Work Experience5+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats, Small Mammals (includes rats, ham ...
  • Notice Required2 hours

General availability

WednesdayUnavailable

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. Katie Elder 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. Katie Elder 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 $100 - $190

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostFrom $30 - $250

Quality of life consult

Schedule a 1-on-1 with a vet over a virtual conference call or at home.

Est. CostStarting at $175

What pet parents are saying

10 reviews

Dr. Katie Elder helped transform an incredibly sad, painful experience in our lives into a kindness. Luna passed from this world in comfort, surrounded by the people and things she loved.

5.0 Sep 13 2024 by Justin F

Dr. Katie Elder helped transform a heart breaking experience into a kind one, helping to send my best friend from this world surrounded by the things that gave her comfort.

5.0 Sep 13 2024 by Justin F

Dr. Katie Elder, is so wonderful. She helped me through on of the hardest times, with in home euthanasia for our cat. She also is our dogs primary care. I was relieved to see she would be the person coming to my home to help us cross the cat over the rainbow bridge, I knew from my experience with her it would be easier. But I was blown away with her bed side manor, and she really made me feel at peace with our decision. She really was our guardian angel.

5.0 Aug 26 2024 by Hannah H