Vet Serves in Dallas, TX

Dr. Kirsten Stukey

Verified Veterinarian

82 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

Being a vet was a childhood dream that started when I was about 4 years old. I started to develop a strong interest in senior pets and end of life care during vet school. I loved the human animal bond and felt so much reward from being able to walk with owners through their pet's later stages of life. I grew up with a little Westie named Maxie. She was my constant companion through grade school and started living with me when I went to vet school. I was her sole caregiver during her "senior years" until I made the decision to say goodbye to her when she was 17 years old. I was a vet at the time and had the gift of having my colleague being able to come to my home. I said goodbye to Maxie surrounded by friends in the comfort of our home. I wish everyone had the opportunity to say goodbye to their furry family members where so many of their memories are made and where they feel most comfortable.

Education

Undergraduate: Oklahoma Baptist University - 2012

Veterinary Medicine: Oklahoma State University - 2016

Certifications

2

CAETA's CPEV (Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian), Pet Loss Bereavement Specialist

 CAETA's CPEV (Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian)Pet Loss Bereavement Specialist
  • Based InDallas, TX
  • Service areasThe Dallas–Fort Worth metro area, including Dallas ...
  • Work Experience8+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats
  • 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. Kirsten Stukey will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $400

Pet cremation

Dr. Kirsten Stukey 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 $130 - $335

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostFrom $20 - $50

Quality of life consult

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

Est. CostStarting at $250

What pet parents are saying

Dr. Stukey truly embodied what it means to be a compassionate professional. We are deeply grateful for the care and kindness shown by her as it truly helped us through one of the hardest moments we’ve ever faced. Our 15-year-old Boston terrier, Harley, needed to say goodbye and I don’t think anyone is ever ready to let go. We are deeply grateful for the care and kindness shown by her. She approached the situation with such compassion.She blended empathy, sympathy, and a calm presence that made us feel supported and understood during this difficult time. Her gentle approach provided a sense of peace, both for Harley and for us, and we couldn’t have asked for a more compassionate professional to guide us through it. We’ll forever be thankful for her emotional intelligence and care in helping us say goodbye to our best friend and fur baby.

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5.0
Jan 26 2025 by Deanna A.
Review by Deanna A.
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Dr. Kirsten was totally amazing! She was super compassionate. She was kind and calm with me and my sweet dog Emma. She gave us the time we needed together. And she gave me the time at the end that I needed to hold Emma. And then she allowed me to carry Emma in a basket out to her car. She was incredibly kind, empathetic and professional! I would recommend her to all of my friends and family. She made a very difficult situation more comfortable. I very much appreciate her.

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5.0
Oct 03 2025 by Lisa S.
Review by Lisa S.
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Dr. Kirsten was so patient, compassionate, and understanding with us during the most difficult time. I would recommend her to any of my friends or family who are going through the hard decision of putting a dear pet down.

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5.0
Dec 17 2025 by Laura H.
Review by Laura H.
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When the time came to say goodbye to our sweet husky, we knew we wanted to do it at home. This proved to be the best case scenario for this heartbreaking experience. Dr. Kirsten Stukey was so kind and compassionate. She gave us all the time we needed and ensured that our dog was fast asleep before performing the final procedure. I highly recommend Dr. Stukey’s at home service when this sad time comes.

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5.0
Apr 12 2024 by Alex A.
Review by Alex A.
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Dr. Stukey was kind, compassionate, and patient during a very difficult day for our family. She gave us the gift of a peaceful and quiet end to a life that was precious to us. My boy passed gently and painlessly surrounded by everyone he loved.

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Apr 18 2024 by Erin R
Review by Erin R
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After 18 wonderful years with my sweet Tinker, it was finally time to say goodbye. A year earlier, I had spoken with my vet about when and how to make this decision, knowing the day would eventually come. After managing kidney failure, hyperthyroidism, and other health issues for as long as we could, her body began to give out. We called CodaPet at 5 p.m. on a Tuesday for an emergency in-home euthanasia appointment, knowing in our hearts that Tinker wouldn’t make it through the night. The receptionist was compassionate and professional—she helped finalize the payment and offered keepsake options. Dr. Kristen Stukey stayed in touch with us about her arrival time and arrived just three hours after our call. Dr. Kristen and the CodaPet team made an incredibly difficult experience as peaceful and gentle as it could possibly be. For such a heartbreaking day, I have no regrets about making that call. This is such a challenging field—one that demands deep empathy and strength—and I’m incredibly grateful for the love and care they showed. With so much love, thank you.

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Jul 10 2025 by stevie Perry
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