Vet Serves in Santa Clarita, CA

Dr. Marlene Anschultz

Verified Veterinarian

40 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

Providing a safe and beautiful experience not only for the pet but also the family that has loved them so is crucial to a dignified way of saying goodbye. There is no better way that I could use my education than to provide a service that equals the love the family has given this pet over the years.

Education

Undergraduate: University of California, Davis - 2000

Veterinary Medicine: Western University - 2010

Certifications

1

California Veterinary Medical Association Member

California Veterinary Medical Association Member
  • Based InSanta Clarita, CA
  • Service areasSanta Clarita Valley and San Fernando Valley
  • Work Experience14+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats, Small Mammals, Rabbits, Poultry,  ...
  • Notice Required1.5 hours

General availability

Monday9:00 am - 9:30 am

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

Est. CostStarting at $545

Pet cremation

Dr. Marlene Anschultz 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 $195 - $690

Keepsakes

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

Est. CostStarting at $30

Quality of life consult

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

Est. CostStarting at $425

What pet parents are saying

Dr. Marlene was amazing and made the very hard process much easier. She has compassion and I recommend her highly. She’s an incredible person and Dr.

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5.0
May 12 2025 by Evald J.
Review by Evald J.
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I am so grateful that we chose Dr. Marlene Anschultz for the very difficult decision for our beautiful Luna. She was extraordinarily caring and did not rush us. She gave us time to be with her, and to allow our other dog to see and understand. Dr. Marlene Anschultz not only saw to Luna's comfort to this time, but really ours as well. I have made this decision many times in my life, and in my young years, I worked for a veterinarian and was present when others had to make this choice as well. This is never easy, but this experience was one of the most peaceful I have been able to experience because we were able to do it at home and Dr.. Anschultz' calming presence helped us through. I will forever be grateful to her--and I truly will never forget her kindness.

codapet review
5.0
Jul 03 2025 by Kether F.
Review by Kether F.
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It doesn't get any better than Dr. Marlene Anschultz. I've had 3 horrid experiences with at-home euthanasia that haunt me to this day. I don't want to use anyone else for this process than Dr. Marlene. Ever. She was genuine. She sat on the floor with us in the kitchen where our pet was comfortable. She talked to us. She talked to our cat. She asked questions about our life with him. We laughed and we cried. We were at ease from the moment she walked in. Dr. Marlene's time with us was gentle, kind, understanding, and patient. Not only did she explain the procedure in detail, she gave us time to process what she was saying. She answered questions. She asked us questions. She explained the disease progression in understandable language and why, because of what was happening, that there was kindness in letting him go. The time Dr. Marlene gave us to say our final goodbye was without limits. No pressure. No frustration. No looking at her watch. In a time of heart-wrenching pain and grief, we were comforted by a real person, not stock verbiage or fast-food procedure. I'll never forget it, and I'll be eternally grateful.

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5.0
Apr 17 2025 by Lynne P
Review by Lynne P
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She was fantastic. We were so worried that it wasn't the right time and we were making the wrong/selfish decision and she reassured us after a thorough examination that it was the right decision. We greatly appreciate how much time she spent with us.

codapet review
5.0
Oct 20 2024 by Melinda D.
Review by Dr. Marlene Anschultz

I couldn’t say enough good things about Dr. Marlene and CodaPet. Compassionate, kind, informative, and most importantly of all, painless. My beautiful boy was able to cross the rainbow bridge in peace and dignity and it was all thanks to the help of Dr. Marlene. Thank you thank you thank you CodaPet. 10 stars.

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5.0
Aug 11 2025 by Roxana Ramirez
Review by Roxana Ramirez
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Dr. A was extremely kind and compassionate. She did not rush us and was very thorough in her examination, gathering of information, explaining the procedure, etc. She made us very comfortable and we appreciated her service very much.

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5.0
Jun 25 2024 by Karen M
Review by Karen M
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