Vet Serves in Asheville, NC

Dr. Cara Mitchell

Verified Veterinarian

11 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

I became a veterinarian because I believe it is our responsibility as humans to care for animals who don't have a voice or much of a choice in their lives. Whether it's a wild animal, a farm animal, or a pet, we humans impact their environment and what happens to them. My mission is to make every animal I care for feel loved and safe in any situation. Throughout my career, I have had to euthanize many animals, which is never an easy thing to do.  During this difficult task, I have developed a way to focus all my love and attention on the life of the animal, not the euthanasia. So that in this challenging situation, the animal feels safe and loved during this peaceful passing, and the owners feel at peace with the decision that has been made.  

Education

Undergraduate: University of North Carolina, Asheville - 2013

Veterinary Medicine: Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine - 2017

Certifications

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CAETA's CPEV (Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian)

 CAETA's CPEV (Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian)
  • Based InBurnsville, NC
  • Service areasBurnsville, Asheville, NC & Surrounding Areas
  • Work Experience8+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats, Small Mammals (includes rats, ham ...
  • Notice Required2 hours

General availability

Tuesday9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Availability each week can vary based on demand and scheduling. Please provide a minimum 2 hour advance notice for all bookings.

Services provided

At home pet euthanasia

Dr. Cara Mitchell will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $325

Pet cremation

Dr. Cara Mitchell will arrange and handle all of your cremation needs, including careful and loving transportation of your pet to the crematorium through private or communal process handled

Est. CostFrom $105 - $425

Keepsakes

Clay paw prints, wooden urns with personalizations available with ashes returned

Est. CostFrom $25 - $50

Quality of life consult

Schedule a 1-on-1 with a vet over a virtual conference call or at home.

Est. CostStarting at $225

What pet parents are saying

At a time when it felt like everything was going badly, Dr Cara Mitchell came to the house and made everything just a little bit easier with her kindness ad generosity. It is easy to see she really cares and sees her job as a sacred service to animals and those who love them.

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5.0
Feb 08 2025 by Lori B
Review by Lori B
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I will be forever thankful for Dr Cara and her in home euthanasia service. We just recently found out our sweet boy Luke had a mass on his heart. He was terribly ill and weak and pursuing any type of treatment would be too traumatizing for him. We felt helping him go peacefully was giving him back all the love he gave to us. Dr Cara coming to our home made it possible for us. She is very caring and compassionate. There was no rushing and Dr Cara did everything she could to keep Luke from feeling stressed. What a gift to be able to send Luke off knowing he felt safe, comfortable and loved.

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5.0
Mar 24 2025 by Laura Whitson
Review by Laura Whitson
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I highly recommend Dr. Cara Mitchel for home visits. It was time for my sweet boy, Eli, to go and I couldn’t bear taking him to the veterinary hospital. This way and the under loving care and expertise of Dr. Cara, Eli passed in peace in his home with all of his loved ones. Thank you and bless you, Dr. Cara Mitchell. Debbie DeCosta

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5.0
Oct 04 2025 by Debra D.
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I was devastated when I came to the realization that my Mazie girl was so sick that she wasn’t going to get better. I dreaded the final moments of her life ending in a place she hated to go. Thank goodness a friend reached out to me about Dr. Cara Mitchell! Dr. Mitchell came to the house where Mazie would take her final journey. Mazie was at ease (as much as possible). Dr . Mitchell explained step by step what was going to happen. Dr. Mitchells hugs and tears along with mine told me all I needed to know about her! I would highly recommend Cara Mitchell if you are facing the heart wrenching decision to put your fur baby to sleep. Dr. Mitchell is so patient, caring and understanding not to rush you with the final goodbye to your precious fur baby.

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5.0
Jun 20 2025 by Tammy E.
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We are absolutely so grateful for the peaceful passing of our beloved Katie. Dr. Mitchell was amazing. She led us through every aspect of the procedure, we felt so comfortable with her. Thank you so much for your caring spirit!!

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Nov 18 2024 by Kevin Corley
Review by Kevin Corley
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Great service on a terrible day. Very professional and kind. She let us reschedule to get one more day with our dog. She let us take our time during the Appt and even gave us a print of his paw as a keepsake. I would recommend this service to anyway having to go through this.

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Jan 12 2025 by Cameron Hetteen
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