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Pet Euthanasia In Kailua-Kona, HI

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 $380 with optional cremation ranging from $142 - $860, depending on your pet's weight and cremation type

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Dr. Shannon Nakaya
Dr. Shannon Nakaya

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Kailua-Kona, HI

6 hours notice required

From $380

29 years of vet experience

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Dr. Shannon Nakaya brings nearly 30 years of veterinary expertise, offering compassionate in-home pet euthanasia services to help you provide a peaceful farewell for your beloved companions. Earning her undergraduate degree from Wellesley College and her DVM from Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Nakaya spent 20 years on the mainland before returning to her home in Hawaii. There, she operated a mobile veterinary practice on the Big Island, specializing in integrative care for geriatric, exotic, and special-needs patients. Her deep experience in holistic veterinary care informs her gentle approach to end-of-life services. As the author of Kindred Spirit, Kindred Care and Graceful Aging, Graceful Exits, Dr. Nakaya has long been dedicated to helping pet owners make informed decisions for their animal companions. Although euthanasia was never her primary focus, she understands the importance of allowing pets to pass peacefully in the comfort of their own homes. Through her work with CodaPet, Dr. Nakaya’s goal is to facilitate smooth transitions and offer comfort to both pets and their families during their final moments together. Outside of her veterinary practice, Dr. Nakaya finds solace in her art, designing whimsical origami sculptures inspired by her dog Kaiea. She shares her life with a lively household that includes one dog, five birds, a tortoise, and a human companion.
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Pet euthanasia and cremation pricing in Kailua-Kona, HI

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.

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My cat, who was around 12 or 13 years old and had an inoperable brain tumor, got really sick around Christmas, and a few days later it became clear to me that I might have to consider humane euthanasia to give my cat a peaceful transition. By December 28, 2024, my cat’s health had declined significantly and she could no longer stand up on her own and was no longer eating any food. Because it was a Saturday, my cat’s regular vet wasn’t open, so I had to resort to googling “at home euthanasia near me” in hopes of finding a provider that could come to my house as quickly as possible (I didn’t want my baby’s last moments to be at the emergency vet — a place she really didn’t like). Unfortunately for me, the first result that came up in my google results was CodaPet. I deeply regret using this service and I wouldn’t recommend them (or Dr. Jaime Pickett) to anyone looking for at home euthanasia services in Richmond, VA. CodaPet’s website and Google profile only had good reviews, so I figured my cat would be in good hands — boy was I wrong!!!! Dr. Pickett came to my house and performed the euthanasia on schedule, but didn’t provide any information about the medications being administered or what I should expect during the process. At least the process itself was relatively quick. After the appointment, Dr. Pickett took my cat with her and didn’t provide any details to me about the expected timing for receiving her ashes or about the crematorium where my cat would be taken. She also didn’t explain whether the mementos (a clay paw print and tuft of fur) that I ordered would be handled by her or by the crematorium. The lack of information made it extremely difficult for me to follow up on my cat’s cremation and the mementos that I ordered. I had to call CodaPet MULTIPLE times to receive information about my cat’s cremation and the timing. Eventually, I found out the name of the crematorium (Agape) and they told me that Dr. Pickett did NOT include a clay paw print or tuft of fur on my order form so they did not do that before cremating my cat. Of course, this startling revelation TRAUMATIZED me and I followed up with CodaPet IMMEDIATELY to have Dr. Pickett contact me. Dr. Pickett then belatedly explained that she handles the clay paw prints and tuft of fur herself for “quality control” to ensure “good quality”. Almost 3 weeks later, I finally received my cat’s ashes. Dr. Pickett told me she would hand my cat’s ashes back to me directly, but of course she didn’t follow through with that and instead she callously handed my cat’s ashes to a receptionist downstairs in my building’s leasing office. When I opened the bag with my cat’s ashes, it became clear to me why Dr. Pickett chose to leave my baby’s ashes with the receptionist instead of handing them to me directly — the clay paw print that I was so desperately yearning for was nothing like I would’ve imagined. The clay was dirty and stained and had random black ink markings and scribbles on it which had nothing to do with my cat (it looked like ink that had just been spilled on several areas of the clay and the clay was a dirty yellow color). **TLDR** // By providing awful customer service and an AWFUL clay paw print that I can’t even keep due to it looking filthy and old, CodaPet and Dr. Pickett not only disrespected me and the memory of my cat, but she also deprived me of the one lasting memory I would’ve otherwise had of my cat’s paw. I cannot recommend CodaPet’s or Dr. Pickett’s services to anyone. Please don’t make the same mistake I did.

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1.0 Jan 19 2025 by Melissa Olivo
Review by Melissa Olivo

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

Dr. Mitchell came to our home and provided us all the time we needed to say goodbye. We had to change our appt and she was able to accommodate us. Our dogs passing was in our bed where she had spent so much time. We are grateful we could do this at home.

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5.0 Jan 13 2025 by Anne Lokes
Review by Anne Lokes

I felt God sent Dr Crawford to us during this difficult time. He was such a patient, kind, professional with just a calm demeanor. I’ve never met anyone like him and have already recommended him to a friend who is waiting for the right time to say goodbye for her older dog. I hope I can use him in the future with my other two dogs. He’s the very best person for this job. I can’t say enough good about him!!"

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5.0 Jan 16 2025 by Judy Dobler
Review by Judy Dobler

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

Using CodaPet was the absolute best experience. They got to us so quickly and it was such a peaceful experience. Highly recommend Dr White - we've got another sick dog and will definitely be using her and this service again. I can't say enough good things about it - you won't be disappointed.

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5.0 Jan 15 2025 by Jerry and Lisa Keepers
Review by Jerry and Lisa Keepers

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 Kailua-Kona, HI listed below. View List

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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 Kailua-Kona, HI

Find local emergency hospitals & clinics providing pet euthanasia (in-clinic) covering Kailua-Kona, HI and surrounding cities

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Ali‘i Veterinary Hospital

75-349 Hualalai Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

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Keauhou Veterinary Hospital

78-6728 Walua Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

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Kona Veterinary Service

73-4730 Mamalahoa Hwy. Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

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Petco

74-5446 Makala Blvd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

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Arranging Your Pet’s Aftercare

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Pet Crematoriums In Kailua-Kona, HI

Find locally recommended crematoriums serving Kailua-Kona, HI and surrounding cities

  • Cremation Services of West Hawaii

    73-4177 Huliko Drive #1 Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

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  • Oahu Pet Crematory

    201 Kapaa Quarry Place, Suite 104A Kailua, HI 96734

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