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Pet Euthanasia In Buffalo, NY

Schedule a compassionate veterinarian to support you through this difficult time by providing a peaceful goodbye for your beloved pet in the comfort of your home. At home pet euthanasia appointments start at $400 with optional cremation ranging from $50 - $350, depending on your pet's weight and cremation type

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1 Vet Found Near Buffalo, NY

Dr. Kim Patterson
Dr. Kim Patterson

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Buffalo, NY

3 hours notice required

From $400

8 years of vet experience

About Vet
Dr. Kim Patterson is dedicated to helping you provide a peaceful, compassionate goodbye to your beloved pets in the comfort of home. Growing up in Western New York, Dr. Patterson pursued her passion for animals by studying Biology and Animal Behavior at Canisius College, where she also conducted research on beluga whales. After falling in love with Ontario, she earned her DVM from the University of Guelph in 2016. With experience in both small animal and equine practice, Dr. Patterson is excited to offer in-home euthanasia services in her hometown of Buffalo and the surrounding areas. Dr. Patterson became a veterinarian to combine her love for animals, the human-animal bond, and science. Through her diverse experiences, she found that guiding families through end-of-life care is one of the most meaningful ways she can make a difference. Her goal is to ease the emotional burden for families, ensuring pets pass peacefully and with dignity in a familiar, loving environment. When she’s not caring for patients, Dr. Patterson enjoys spending time outdoors hiking and gardening with her family. She is also a black belt in taekwondo and loves training with her daughter. Over the years, many animals have held a special place in her heart, including her Golden Retriever mix, Lilly, and her horse, Servaz.
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Next available: Thursday at 8:30 AM

Pet euthanasia and cremation pricing in Buffalo, NY

Your credit card is required to reserve your appointment. However, no payment is required until the appointment and nothing is due until the appointment is completed

We charge cancellation fee of $100 if an appointment is cancelled less than 4 hours before the start time. If your pet passes away before your appointment you would not be charged a cancellation fee. If the vet you scheduled is able, and you would like their assistance with cremation, then pickup fee would apply instead of euthanasia fee

Other Consideration

If you have a larger pet, your vet may need the help of one friend or family member. Talk to your vet about options and limitations when they reach out to you prior to your appointment, and they will inform you of any extra cost for your situation. 

Options for your pets return home and memorabilia depend on your local provider. Your vet coordinate the return of your pet’s ashes and let you know if there are additional fees for urn delivery. 

Extra time or medications needed can affect the total price. Other factors can be if it is decided that it’s not time to euthanize your pet after the vet has arrive. In that case, only the travel fee, platform fee, and a quality of life consult would apply. 

FAQs

The total cost includes the in-home pet euthanasia service fee, any travel fee (if any apply), and a platform fee. Additionally, depending on your choice, fees may apply for cremation services or keepsakes.

During your appointment, your vet will confirm your aftercare selection with you. If you choose to arrange cremation services, your vet will oversee your pet’s transportation to a local facility for cremation. If your preferred cremation option includes the return of your pet’s ashes to you, your vet will discuss the process to reunite you with your pet's ashes and the anticipated time frame during your appointment

Yes, upon arrival the veterinarian will assess your pet. This can look different than an “nose to tail” examination in a clinic setting and will focus more on the pet’s history and quality of life.

It is not uncommon to have doubts about whether the time is right. If you’ve taken the Quality of Life Questionnaire and are still unsure, we recommend consulting with your family veterinarian before scheduling an appointment.

Rest assured, if you book an appointment, your in-home euthanasia veterinarian will let you know if they do not believe that euthanasia is appropriate at this time.

You can expect your veterinarian to be in your home from 20-60 minutes, depending on how much of that time you need or want throughout the process.

Veterinarians that honor the bond with your pet

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Overall service rating from over 2219+ reviews

Dr. Mary Juber did an amazing job at making Scout's final moments peaceful. She was wonderfully kind and patient with us through every step. Every step of the process was at our pace. I am eternally grateful this was an option for him and that there are people able to take on such a heavy job.

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5.0 Jan 18 2025 by Lindsay Emblidge
Review by Lindsay Emblidge

Dr. Mumm was compassionate, caring, and kind throughout our difficult time of saying goodbye to our elderly Bella. We could not have asked for a more peaceful experience both for Bella and for us.

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5.0 Jan 14 2025 by L G
Review by L G

Our cat, Alexandra, could not recover from her liver and gallbladder problems. Loading her in the car, which she hates, driving to the vet seemed like torture. Mercifully, we found CodaPet and Dr. Deborah Perzak. Even before we met, I was impressed and relieved at the confirmation text and email and the options to ask questions. Dr. Perzak arrived at 3:00 exactly on a Sunday and entered our home respectfully. She took a brief history of Alex with a quick hands on check using soothing words. Dr. Perzak explained the steps of the process even though we had previously been through this heart-breaking procedure in years' past. I sat with Alex on the bed where we had snuggled the previous night. With her head on my leg, I was able to assure Alex that soon she would be pain free. We sat together until I was ready to let her go. Dr. Perzak carefully bundled Alex carry her out and made all the necessary cremation details. If "it is time" let Dr. Perzak help you and your beloved pet.

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5.0 Jan 16 2025 by Mary Peters
Review by Mary Peters

Dr Beth Nunn at CodaPet assisted us with an in home pet euthanasia for my kitty Lulu. Taking her to a vet office again was not an option as she was stressed and terrified after going there. Plus vets want to continue to give meds and keep them in office, and I knew it was her time to pass. The process was very peaceful and Dr Nunn was so flexible given we had to change appts twice. Its the worse thing we have to do with our loving pets, but this made the process much less stressful.

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5.0 Jan 15 2025 by Joan Powner
Review by Joan Powner

Choosing to have your pet euthanized is a difficult experience, but we knew it was time for our cat as he had been struggling with the effects of HCM for weeks. We chose in-home pet euthanasia because Scout always hated being taken to the vet and we didn't want to cause further stress in his final hours. Fortunately Dr. Lauren Frary was near where we live and I had read great reviews about her work. I just want to add that they were all warranted. Dr. Frary was kind and engaged both with us and Scout. The process was explained in detail and we had plenty of time to say our goodbyes. The procedure went smoothly and peacefully. We're so glad we chose Dr. Frary for this difficult choice--she made it a much more pleasant experience.

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5.0 Jan 13 2025 by Cory Jensen
Review by Cory Jensen

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this service to anyone who needs to put their fur baby to rest. Dr. Briell Dzierga was amazing with my family, and especially the little kids. She is an amazing person with a good heart.

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5.0 Jan 19 2025 by Amanda Felkel
Review by Amanda Felkel

Understanding the At Home Pet Euthanasia Process

Our compassionate guide to pet euthanasia offers a resource for pet owners facing the difficult decision of saying goodbye to their beloved pet. It provides step-by-step guidance and practical tools like the Quality of Life Scale to ensure a peaceful and dignified farewell for beloved pets.

Pet Quality of Life Scale
The Pet Quality of Life Scale helps pet parents assess their pet's well-being. It aids in providing an objective view of your pet’s quality of life. Used alongside your veterinary advice, it ensures decisions focus on the pet's best interests.
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Aftercare Options For Your Beloved Pet
Learn more about your options when considering aftercare for your beloved pet, whether it's cremation, burial, or other meaningful alternatives.
Local crematorium & cemeteries in Buffalo, NY listed below. View List

Find additional resources available for your beloved pet

As you consider the compassionate choice of pet euthanasia, we offer a curated list of essential local resources to guide you

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Emergency Pet Hospitals & Clinics In Buffalo, NY

Find local emergency hospitals & clinics providing pet euthanasia (in-clinic) covering Buffalo, NY and surrounding cities

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BluePearl Pet Hospital

4821 Genesee St, Cheektowaga, NY 14225

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Green Acres Veterinary Center

2060 Niagara Fls Blvd, Tonawanda, NY 14150

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Orchard Park Veterinary Medical Center

3930 N Buffalo St, Orchard Park, NY 14127

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McClelland Small Animal Hospital

455 Ellicott St, Buffalo, NY 14203

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Buffalo Small Animal Hospital

1100 Main St Suite #150, Buffalo, NY 14209

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Ellicott Street Animal Hospital

517 Ellicott St, Buffalo, NY 14203

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Southtowns Animal Hospital

154 Orchard Park Rd #2644, West Seneca, NY 14224

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Arranging Your Pet’s Aftercare

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Pet Crematoriums In Buffalo, NY

Find locally recommended crematoriums serving Buffalo, NY and surrounding cities

  • DGS of Western New York

    906 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14210

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  • Pet Heaven Funeral Home Inc

    3604 N Buffalo St, Orchard Park, NY 14127

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Pet Cemeteries In Buffalo, NY

Find locally recommended Cemeteries serving Buffalo, NY and surrounding cities

  • Final Gift - Pine Rest Pet Cemetery

    757 Seneca Creek Rd, Buffalo, NY 14224

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