Euthanasia at home

The Benefits of Personalized Care

  • Take your time during the appointment, without feeling rushed.

  • Avoid moving a pet with mobility issues to a clinic.

  • Skip stressful drives for you and your pet.

  • Pick a comfortable and familiar setting for a relaxed atmosphere.

  • Have friends, family, and other pets present or nearby.

  • Create a stress fee experience for you and your pet.

  • Grieve in privacy.

  • Ensure that your pet's remains are handled professionally and with care.

What to expect:

  • Your Peaceful Passing veterinarian will arrive at your home and will meet you, your family, and your pet. The vet will collect a few details and will request your signature on our electronic consent form. There will also be a chance for you to ask questions and to discuss the process of sedation and euthanasia.

  • Your pet deserves a serene and comfortable farewell. The combination of pain medication and sedatives in this injection will gently guide your pet into a tranquil sleep before the administration of the final injection. Some pets may be a bit nervous to begin with and others may not feel overly comfortable with needles. The vet will guide you to hold your pet in a safe and supportive way and to offer distractions to your pet during the brief intramuscular injection discomfort.

    Sometimes your regular vet can prescribe oral medications that may calm your dog or cat prior to the vet’s arrival. This is often a good idea for very nervous pets and can be discussed with our staff at the time of booking the visit.

  • This is the time for you to get in your final snuggles and kisses as your cherished companion becomes drowsy or drifts off to sleep. Every pet responds a bit differently to sedative medications and some may choose to stay slightly more aware of their surroundings. Your vet will decide if a little more medication is necessary or not.

  • In the final step of euthanasia, a compassionate approach is taken to ensure that your beloved pet experiences a peaceful transition. A carefully administered injection is gently given, allowing your cherished companion to gracefully and painlessly embrace a restful departure from this world.

    This medication is delivered intravenously in most cases.

  • The veterinarian will give you as much time as you need to say goodbye to your cherished companion.

    A fur clipping can be requested before your pet departs from your home.

  • After you have had a chance to say goodbye to your pet, your Peaceful Passing vet will assist in carrying your pet to their vehicle. They will wrap your pet in a blanket, towel, or sheet that you have provided. Larger pets will be carried on a hand-held stretcher to provide support. We will request the assistance of at least one other strong individual at the home for pets weighing over 30 lbs.

  • If you have chosen cremation for your pet’s aftercare, your pet will be respectfully cremated by Gateway Pet Memorial. Gateway Pet Memorial offers a variety of memorial products that can be purchased online. If you have indicated that you are interested in purchasing a memorial product (urn, paw print, or other keepsake), we will set up an account online right after our visit to your home. Once this account has been set up you will receive an email from Gateway Pet Memorial with login information and will have access to this portal for 48 hours.

  • Our Clients Reviews

    My husband Brian and I were so incredibly saddened two weeks ago when we had to say goodbye to our beloved Jerry. Laura was amazing in the coordination process; her correspondence was warm & kind. She was very efficient at making our arrangements & even prior to the day I was already glad I had chosen Peaceful Passing. My absolute deepest gratitude goes to Dr. Nikki, who was calming, caring & empathetic. Her lovely energy made the worst day a lot more bearable. Thank you so much for giving Jerry the best possible care in his last day.

    Keri H.

  • Our Clients Reviews

    We contacted Peaceful Passing on the same day we knew it was our sweet kitty’s time to go. With a few hours notice, we were scheduled in for a home euthanasia with Dr. Shanna. Under the circumstances, we were very pleased to have someone help us on such short notice. There aren’t enough words to express how happy we were with Dr. Shanna during such a difficult time. She was incredibly supportive, sensitive, kind, reassuring and gentle during the whole process. It’s so heartbreaking to say goodbye to our beloved family pets- so it was nice to be able to do it at home in a comfortable environment. Thank you for doing what you do, Peaceful Passing. ♡

    -Denna W.

  • Our Clients Reviews

    I lost count of how many people highly recommended Peaceful Passing to me in Rori's final days and like all of them, I will be forever grateful for the service they provide and their kindness. Special thanks to Laura who promptly responded to all of my questions, and so patiently accommodated me as I was struggling to focus and make the decision. Also, my sincere gratitude to Dr. Meredith who went so far above and beyond to allow me a few extra hours with my girl. Logically, my brain said a few hours won’t make a difference, but it was something I just knew I needed, and I believe Rori did too. We had the most perfect last day together and I am 100% certain that neither of us would have been ready sooner. Dr. Meredith, you are an angel for giving us the most beautiful goodbye we could have ever asked for. I can never thank you enough! It’s an understatement to say you are all very special people. You will always remain in the hearts of so many people, and so many animals ♥

    -Hollie S.

  • Our Clients Reviews

    Dr. Dailley visited us to put our 6 year old German Shepherd to rest as he was battling cancer. We really wanted to put our dog, Royce, to rest in our home as he hated the vets and we wanted his last moments to be in the comfort of home with family. I couldn't have imagined our last wishes with Royce to be embraced anywhere except with Dr. Dailley. She was extremely kind and respectful, and Royce was comfortable. She was compassionate and I know Royce was in good hands and I cant thank Dr. Dailley enough. Would go to her again in a heart beat.

    - S. A.

  • Our Clients Reviews

    Dr. Dailley was so amazing in dealing with the passing of our beloved boy. He would get so stressed out going to the vet so having someone come to our house where he could be calm and at peace when we said goodbye was a blessing. She was very compassionate, caring and kind, and took care of everything. I'm so very glad we chose this way and would recommend her to anyone.

    - Monika G.

  • Our Clients Reviews

    We utilized Peaceful Passing's services when it was time for our beloved dog, Jedi, to be euthanized. Their Client Care Coordinator was incredibly helpful, empathetic, and resourceful through our email correspondence. Dr. Gallant was the vet who visited us, and she was incredibly kind to both us and our dog in his last moments. We are so grateful to have had the opportunity to say goodbye to Jedi at home rather than bring him to a vet clinic and would highly recommend Peaceful Passing.

    -Jennifer L.