Testimonials to help share others’ experiences
“Realizing we would have to say goodbye to our beloved and last golden retriever Violet was unexpected and even more devastating being it was Christmas Eve.
Dr. Holly Pietschmann responded via text immediately and stayed in contact throughout the morning as she communicated her anticipated arrival.
Our daughter and grand kids arrived at the same time as Dr. Holly to say their goodbyes. She removed herself and allowed the kids to give Violet some treats and say goodbye.
Once, they left she gave us our time and told us to let her know when we were ready. We had Christmas music playing and tears flowing as we told our Violet how much she was loved and would be missed.
When we gave the word, Dr. Holly explained what she would be doing and what would happen. Violet, would be relaxed and then would be snoring. From there she would cross over peacefully as we continued to rub her and speak to her. It was a comforting, relaxing and peaceful experience for us and for Violet in the familar surroundings of our home.
We are forever appreciative of Dr. Holly’s care, compassion, respect and the dignity she gave to us and to our girl Violet.
Being it was Christmas Eve, we expected that things would move quickly so that the Dr. could enjoy her holiday plans. To our great surprise, Dr. Holly was extremely generous with her time and not once did we feel rushed. Again, Dr. Holly thank you, thank you from the bottom of our hearts.”
“It’s only been 3 weeks. Something small or random still brings me to tears every day.
Today, it was the most beautiful handwritten card from Dr. Jennifer.
I honestly don’t know how she does. What she does. Not only is she so caring and gentle with our babies but that compassion flows in abundance to us ‘humans’ too.
I was not in top condition the day Edie left and Dr. Jennifer navigated through everything with the most amazing presence and calm that I felt at ease in my grief knowing she had everything under control.
It’s an incredible thing you do Dr. Jennifer! Thank You feels weird to say under the circumstances, but I am so grateful that you allowed the authentic emotion of that day be paramount and not for one second was it overshadowed by any ‘procedure’.
Eden will never leave us and having the ability to be at home where she was comfortable is something I cherish.”
Tríona
“Dr. Gail Larson was so great to have in this time for us. She was able to come out very quickly and was very compassionate. I would recommend her to anyone that has a pet suffering.”
“This is a year later but wanted to provide a review. The dreaded day had come one Sunday morning and we knew our old boy was ready to go. When I called Pet Loss at Home they were able to come out right away and let us do what we needed as a family to say goodbye. We all laid in the grass and loved on our boy, took our time saying our goodbyes and gave him as many treats as he wanted. The Vet did a great job explaining the process and what was happening at each step to assure us he wasn’t in pain or what was happening was normal. When he was gone she didn’t rush us or make us feel like we had a time limit. She truly showed compassion and empathy. She even lined up the cremation person to be there at the same time to take him away. During a horrible situation she made it a lot less stressful and I appreciated that we didn’t need to stress our old boy out or cause additional pain by having to drive him to the clinic for an emergency visit. I know the cost to euthanize at home is more expensive than doing it in the clinic but the overall experience was so much better and you can grieve in the comfort of your own home (or yard in our case). Highly recommend Pet Loss at Home if you ever are in the situation we found ourselves in. Thank you, I can’t express how thankful we are that there is a service like you.”
“Dr. Decter is amazing. So caring and empathetic. With her help our beautiful boy crossed over the rainbow bridge. It was calm, done with kindness and care. Dr. Decter walked us through every step of the process. We could not be more grateful.”
Thank you, Dr. Decter.
“Dr. Ong is very compassionate and kind and was the perfect vet to help me say goodbye to my best friend and pet. Her staff is very compassionate also. I didn’t have any notice, so they put me on a cancellation list and Dr. Ong herself called me and fit us in for same day service. Her kindness to my darling pet really helped his transition to heaven.”
Thank you Dr. Ong.
“Some difficult circumstances required us to euthanize our beloved 13 year old German Shorthair Pointer on short notice and on a weekend. I left a message on Saturday morning. Within a couple hours Dr Leverone called and made an appointment for Sunday. While painful it was a great relief to my wife and I to terminate the pain of our best friend.
Dr Leverone called Sunday to confirm before he came and was efficient and fully explained the process after arriving. We would highly recommend Dr. Leverone if you are in similar circumstances. Thank You Dr. Leverone for assisting us during a difficult situation!!”
“My golden retriever, Buddy, was seen my Dr. Phil Whisnand. He was almost 12 years old. Dr. Whisnand was very detailed in explaining the process. It was a difficult to sit there and watch what was happening but he was reassuring that Buddy would go peacefully. When it was time to say goodbye he was so kind.”
“Dr. Leverone was kind and gentle in the facilitation of a peaceful death for our beloved dog Rove at our home. Rove’s last experience was not the utter terror of going to the vet, and for that I am forever grateful.”
“Pet Loss at Home is a wonderful service. I highly recommend it. It was lovely to be able to say goodbye to our best boy, our 22 year old orange tabby cat named Big Jim, in the comfort of our own home. Dr. Tammy from Pet Loss at Home was so kind and patient with us during this very difficult time. She explained the whole procedure and even shaved some hair off of him for us. She played with my other cat and kept her calm as well. It was the most beautiful thing to be able to have him spend his last hour of life in his favorite sunny spot on the porch.”
Thank you so much, Dr. Tamara Padgelek. ❤️
“We used Pet Loss to put our beloved dog to rest. They were able to help us on the same day we called. Dr. Bender was extremely kind, compassionate and competent. She took her time to talk with us and walk us through the process. Our dog went peacefully in the comfort of our home. Highly recommended.”
“On October 20, Dr. Shields assisted our sweet fur baby, Plato, to doggy heaven. He made us feel so comfortable. He let us know exactly what he was doing, he did not rush us and told us wonderful stories, which really helped to keep us calm. Dr. Shield’s bedside manner is awesome. We truly think he is the best vet ever!!! Thank you so much, Dr. Shields.”
“Our family used your service in July 2024 to put our pet Sookie to sleep. What a wonderful service you offer. The entire process was so peaceful. The vet was Maryann Bender, and she was so thoughtful and explained the entire procedure. She let us take as much time as we wanted to say good-bye to Sookie. I know of three other people who used your service and Maryann, and they all had the same comment. Thank you again for making a very difficult time alittle easier.”
Denise Shusta
“We had to say goodbye to a beautiful soul our cat squidly. As hard as it was and is,Dr scutt made us feel sure it was the right thing to do and she was so patient and compassion. I do recommend pet loss at home, no stressful drive just spending time with her in her comfort place.”
“We were fortunate enough to have our cat for eighteen years. My kids have never known life without him. While it was not hard to make the decision to let him go at the very end, it didn’t make the loss any easier. Dr Ong was incredibly patient with us despite a lot of messy tears, and while she was efficient we didn’t feel rushed in any way. I felt so grateful to have her take us through this very painful moment. I also appreciated her very transparent fees and found her services to be extremely reasonably priced compared to some other options in the area. I would recommend Dr Ong without question to anyone facing this difficult moment.”
Thank you, Dr Ong.
“This week I had to say goodbye to my companion of 22 years, my Nala kitten. She was a very particular cat, I was the only human she liked, we understood each other. I gave her as much love as she wanted and made sure she had her own space whenever she needed it. I am grateful to. Dr Leverone for helping me through this painful process. He was a very calming presence for me and Nala and was gracious enough to give me some time with my kitten after she was gone.”
“We had to say goodbye one of our dogs this morning and we’re incredibly grateful for the compassionate care provided by Dr. Carrie from Pet Loss at Home. She was extremely gentle and her empathetic approach made an incredibly difficult situation more bearable. The option to put him down in the comfort of his own home was invaluable. Dr. Carrie allowed us to take all the time we needed to say our goodbyes in our own way, which meant so much during this emotional time. She made sure that he felt safe and comfortable in his final moments, giving him a peaceful and respectful end. Her kindness and professionalism truly made a difference, and I highly recommend her services to anyone facing the loss of a pet. She also provides an on the spot paw print and offered to contact our vet the next day to inform them of his passing for you. They also allow you to get their ashes back which is a very nice option as well. I’d never return to a clinic for this again as long as I have the option.”
“Gail recently visited my home and assisted with my cats end of life. She was very kind and helpful. She even did ink paw prints on top of a clay impression and I personally loved how they turned out. I highly recommend this team.”
“Words cannot even begin to express how thankful I am for Dr. Holly Pietschmann. When we head to say goodbye to our baby, Tux, she was the only one to answer our call. We wanted to say goodbye at home instead of the vet’s office and Holly made that happen. We were able to take our time and say goodbye instead of being rushed.”
Holly we can never say thank you enough, you’re a true angel.
“We wanted to send a thank you to Dr. Phil Whisnand. We had to make the very difficult decision to let go of our beloved dog, Carmela. We didn’t think she would make it another day without great pain and Dr. Whisnand was able to fit us into his very busy schedule. Dr. Whisnand was so kind and compassionate. Carmela’s death was so peaceful, we could not have asked for a better experience. We were able to lay beside Carmela as her heart slowly stopped beating and she took her last breath. The home euthanasia was a much better experience than it would have been on a cold hospital table. Dr. Whisnand treated Carmeal and our family with great respect from the moment he walked in the front door of our home, until he placed Carmela’s body on the stretcher and transported her to the funeral home/crematory. We even received a condolence card from Dr. Whisnand a few days later. Dr. Whisnand is an angel here on earth and we will gladly recommend Dr. Whisnand’s services to anyone facing the same difficult decision. We miss our baby every day and don’t think our hearts will ever heal, but knowing Carmela’s last moments on earth were so peaceful is a great comfort. Thank you again, Dr. Whisnand and May God Bless You.”
“It was time to face the heartbreaking moment of saying farewell to my beloved companions, Milo, 17, and Steve, 14, my precious dogs. My heart was heavy with the worry of navigating the costs of having this painful goodbye in the comfort of our home, and everywhere I searched seemed to point me towards the sterile confines of a clinic. But then, like a beacon of hope, I discovered “pet loss at home.” The price was only slightly more than what I had feared at the veterinary office, and in that moment, I felt a flicker of relief.
Then I found Dr. Robin Teague. In a time when I was bracing myself for what felt like an insurmountable loss, he arrived like a guardian angel. Dr. Teague turned what could have been an agonizing experience into something profoundly compassionate and serene. When he stepped into our home, it felt as if an old friend had walked in—someone we hadn’t seen in years. The dogs, in their own way, were still reserved, but Dr. Teague stood with a calm assurance, giving them the space they needed. Then he simply sat down, propping his feet up, and began to speak to us as if we were family.
In no time, the atmosphere lightened, and I watched as my boys began to relax, comforted by his presence. Dr. Teague understood instinctively how to approach each of them, tailoring his care with such grace that it was as if he had known them their whole lives. His ease made all the difference—a true testament to his dedication and love for animals.
Thanks to the gentle, respectful guidance of Dr. Robin Teague, my sweet boys were able to leave this world with the dignity they deserved. I am filled with gratitude, knowing they are now at peace. Thank you from the depths of my heart, Dr. Robin Teague! Your kindness in our darkest hour is a gift I will forever cherish.”
Hello Mr Twyning,“I located your email address on the Pat Loss at Home site and I am hoping this email is being sent to the correct contact.I had an in-home euthanasia service performed yesterday for my cat Meesha by Dr Christine, and I have to express how absolutely amazing she was. She made a horrible event just a little bit easier and less painful to have to endure. She was very compassionate, was so sweet and loving towards Meesha, and was so patient with me as well. Before she did the paw prints, she clipped Meesha’s nails and cleaned the paws, and even wrapped her with such an obvious reverence after she was gone in the blanket that I buried her in.She’s truly an angel and I just want to express my extreme gratitude of her and wanted you to know as well.”Thank you for providing pet parents this at home option for such a tough decision,Sarah Fields
“Dr. Mary Ann Bender I cannot thank you enough for your kind and soothing soul in our time of need. Thank you for being so willing and doing your absolute best to help Reva and us on such short notice. Thank you so much for taking such gentle care of her and making the process as tender as possible. We are so grateful that you were a part of helping our sweet girl cross over. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
“Thank you Dr Ong for answering our call. You made the process easier to make a hard decision. We did not want to take our Great Dane Blu to the vet on his last day. At his age, it was hard for him to get in the truck. It was a blessing for him to be at home in comfort with the people and animals he loved. Your kindness and sincerity will never be forgotten. Keep up the good work.”
