Vet Serves in Baltimore, MD

Dr. Kristina Pugh

Verified Veterinarian

38 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

Our pets provide us so much joy and happiness, that we can't ever truly be ready to say goodbye. After participating in euthanasia's in a clinic setting for 15 years, I'm relieved to be able to provide a more relaxing, peaceful, and personal alternative to pets and their families.

Education

Undergraduate: North Carolina State University - 2007

Veterinary Medicine: North Carolina State University, College of Veterinary Medicine - 2009

  • Based InJoppa, MD
  • Service areasHarford County & surrounding areas
  • Work Experience17+ years
  • Animals ServedDogs, Cats, Birds and Exotics (no fish or inverteb ...
  • Notice Required2 hours

General availability

Monday9:00 am - 4:30 pm

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. Kristina Pugh will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $325

Pet cremation

Dr. Kristina Pugh 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 $200 - $475

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostStarting at $20

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

Dr. Pugh was so compassionate and kind. She hugged our dog Sammy as if he was her own. If he had any idea she was a vet, he would have been extremely anxious. Instead, he thought she was an instant friend. She explained every step to us and treated Sammy with such care. We cannot thank her enough for helping us during such a difficult time.

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5.0
Jun 24 2025 by Patricia Munley
Review by Patricia Munley
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Dr. Kristina was absolutely incredible. We needed to say goodbye to our handsome boy of 18 years, and it was honestly the hardest day of my life. We wanted to do it at home to make things easy on him and us. Dr. Kristina was compassionate, caring, and handled our cat's needs as though he were her own. Her bedside was amazing, and she explained every step of the way to us so we knew what to expect and how he would be feeling. She even gave us time to let the other 2 cats say goodbye. Well worth every penny for the visit, she is an incredible vet and human <3

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5.0
May 27 2025 by Cailin T.
Review by Cailin T.
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Dr. Kristina was very thoughtful, easy- going, and a pleasure to work with. I was especially touched by her concern for my well-being since i was home alone during the visit. I would highly recommend her, and your company.

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5.0
Feb 26 2026 by Jon C.
Review by Jon C.
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Dr. Pugh was fantastic. She was incredibly compassionate, gentle, and patient throughout one of the hardest moments of my life. I’m so grateful that CodaPet connected us. There’s no other vet I could have asked for to guide my fur baby and me through his final moments. She explained every step clearly, gave me as much time as I needed, and created a calm, peaceful environment in my home. My cat passed comfortably in my arms, surrounded by the family that loved him for 13 years. That meant everything to me, and she even checked on me afterward to see how I was doing. I highly recommend Dr. Pugh.

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5.0
Mar 02 2026 by Nigel M.
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Dr. Kristina Pugh was exactly what we needed her to be in what was one of our darkest hours. She was gentle, didnt try to distract us with small talk, explained everything calmly and fully. She was so assured and calm that it made us feel all that much better. She had the strength we needed to pull through for our daughter. We had two other dogs with us and they were able to be there for their sisters passing. Dr. Kristina was able to explain all the signs to watch out for and what could be expected from our other dogs not just through the process but over the next few weeks as we grieve. Some of it I expected and other things I learned for the first time and was glad that someone had told me so i could better care for my surviving sons. Having the other dogs with her and ti smell her at the end, that was the most important thing to us. The second most important thing was to not give our dog extra stress. Her final moments were pain free for the first time in months, being held by her family in her own bed and with her brothers by her side. That to me is priceless and why we chose Codapet, and they are lucky to have Dr. Kristina work with them.

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5.0
Mar 18 2026 by Lucas R.
Review by Dr. Kristina Pugh

Letting go of our sweet pup was devastating, but we could not have asked for a more compassionate soul to guide us through it. Dr. Kristina Pugh treated our beloved Hudson with such tenderness and respect, speaking softly, moving gently, and honoring the love we shared. In our grief, we felt supported rather than alone. That is a gift we will never forget. Thank you for helping our dog pass peacefully and for showing us what true empathy looks like. Your kindness in our hardest moment will always stay with us.

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5.0
Mar 03 2026 by MAGGIE P.
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