In the comfort of your own home
Clarity and Peace of Mind
For You and Your Pet
A one hour visit to understand how your pet is really doing and what comes next
Seen Where They Are Comfortable
Pets often hide pain at a clinic. At home we can see how your pet really moves, rests and engages with your family.
A Full Hour, Unrushed
Time to go through your pet’s history, what you’ve been noticing, and every question you have.
You Leave With A Plan
Signs to watch for, comfort care options and clear next steps, whether or not euthanasia is on your mind.
Is a Consultation Right for You?
"I can't tell if it's time"
It’s normal to question this decision. Having a third party, independent veterinarian who specializes in end of life care can be helpful in providing peace of mind to know that you are making the right decision.
"Our family doesn't agree"
Different members of the family see different things, have different goals, and different values and beliefs. A neutral veterinary assessment gives everyone the same starting point for figuring out what feels best for you and your family. We’ve also written about why family members often see this decision differently.
"We just got a hard diagnosis"
Our veterinarians can talk through the diagnosis and prognosis with you, provide you with knowledge as to what the decline may look like and provide guidance as to what can be done to help keep your pet comfortable at home. Our guide to creating an end-of-life care plan can help you think ahead.
Pricing
$240
Quality of Life Consultation
A one-hour in-home visit with our veterinarian. Includes a review of your pet’s history and your concerns, a hands-on assessment at home, comfort care options, signs to watch for, and a report sent to your regular veterinarian on request. Price includes tax.
$240 + Euthanasia
Quality of Life Consultation w/ Possibility of Euthanasia
The same one-hour visit, with extra time scheduled so euthanasia can happen that day if you decide it’s right. If you decide it isn’t time, you pay only the $240 consultation, with no pressure either way.
If euthanasia is chosen, it’s added to the consultation. Our euthanasia prices (assuming < 100lbs and within normal appointment hours) are – $340 (euthanasia only/making your own arrangements for the body), $500 (euthanasia and cremation with no return of ashes) and $600 (euthanasia and cremation with return of ashes).
Scheduling & Availability
We know how difficult it is to schedule an appointment like this. We want to make it as easy as possible.
You can request an appointment online anytime, or call us and we’ll handle everything over the phone. We recommend reaching out as soon as you feel ready. The earlier you schedule, the more flexibility we have to find a time that works best for you. We do often have same-day and next-day availability for families who need us quickly.
Our In-Home Euthanasia Service Area
Note: We can service areas outside of the below service area, but additional fees and/or restrictions may apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our quality of life exam is a visit focused on how comfortable your pet is day to day: pain, mobility, appetite, hygiene, and whether they still enjoy the things they love. It looks at the whole animal, not just one symptom.
Yes. Our hospice care starts with this in-home quality of life consultation ($240, tax included): a full, unrushed hour in which our veterinarian examines your pet at home, where pets don’t hide pain the way they often do at a clinic. You leave with a plan: comfort care options, signs to watch for, and clear next steps. We don’t prescribe medications, but we can send our report to your regular veterinarian, who can. You can call or text us anytime as things change, and when the time comes, we can help with a peaceful euthanasia at home.
Yes, you can elect euthanasia at the end of the appointment if you so choose. If you would like this possibility, please choose the Quality of Life Consultation with Possibility of Euthanasia option when you book so we can schedule enough time.
No, we do not prescribe any medications. While our doctors may provide medication suggestions, you will need to contact your primary veterinarian to discuss that with them. At your request we can forward our medical record to your primary veterinarian so that they know what was discussed.
Any pet can benefit from a quality-of-life assessment, but it is especially useful for animals with chronic conditions requiring long-term management, such as kidney or liver disease, or animals that are terminally ill. This assessment can offer reassurance and clarity, particularly if you are contemplating euthanasia.
No, we firmly believe that you as the owner are the best judge as to your pet’s quality of life. Our goal is to help provide you the information so that you feel comfortable with the decision that you choose, but we do not require it as a prerequisite for the euthanasia itself.
No. Many families use the visit to plan comfort care and keep their pet at home longer. Euthanasia is only discussed if you want to.
Not on its own. Eating and drinking are life sustaining, biological functions and many pets, especially those who are food motivated, keep eating and drinking until very late in their decline. Our quality of life consultation looks at your pet across all areas of their life to help you determine the decision that is best for them and for your family.
No, you do not. Anyone in our service area can book a quality of life consultation and all of our appointments are done on a first come, first served basis. See our service area.
Deciding on euthanasia is one of the most difficult choices a pet owner can face. Our consultation provides support by offering clarity, helping to align family members, preparing young children, and more. We aim to guide you through this challenging time with compassion and understanding.
Many diseases can be managed for an extended period. Even if euthanasia is not a current consideration, a quality of life assessment establishes a baseline for future comfort, informs you of supportive care options, and uncovers signs that may be missed in a traditional clinic setting.