Is At-Home Euthanasia Right For My Pet?
Even when your pet’s quality of life decreases, it can be difficult to decide when to say goodbye. Worried about making the right decision? Doorbell Vet will always approach the topic with compassion. We are experienced in assessing your pet's quality of life, and we will help you understand your options.
Planning euthanasia for your ailing pet can be one of the kindest and most humane things you can do for them. Performing the procedure at home ensures that your pet’s final moments will be dignified. They will be in a peaceful and familiar environment, surrounded by loved ones. Additionally, at-home euthanasia allows you to mourn in the privacy of your own home.
The Procedure
If you are considering euthanasia for your pet, please call us with any questions you might have. Our experienced veterinarians always give your pet a sedative ahead of time to help your pet relax and fall asleep before giving the final injection.
Availability and Cost
Although it is not always possible, we ask that you give us as much notice as you can for in-home euthanasia. We will be as flexible as we can. Our euthanasia cost is $450. Although we are not always able to accommodate same-day appointments, there is an additional charge of $30 for current clients and $60 for non-current clients if a same-day appointment is requested and scheduled.
Aftercare
After home euthanasia, many pet owners choose to have their pets cremated. Doorbell Vet can transport your pet up to 60 pounds to Pet Passages, the crematorium that we work with, for an additional cost. For individual cremation, the ashes are returned in a wooden box engraved with the pet's name, an ink paw print impression, and a “Blooming Heart Remembrance” to plant in a special place where flowers will grow in memory of their pet. Once the remains are returned to us, owners can either pick them up from our office or we can schedule a delivery at no additional cost. We also offer group cremation, where ashes are not returned. Prices for these services range between $205-$315 plus tax. Please speak with a Client Service Representative for more information.
If you are not interested in cremation services, other options for aftercare include burial at home (if local ordinances allow) or burial in a pet cemetery.
Behavioral Euthanasia
While we are empathetic to the need for behavioral euthanasia, this is not a service Doorbell Vet offers.