I was lost where to begin when my dog passed away after 13 years. Pet haven made everything as…read moresmooth as possible for me. They handled the cremation at a very reasonable price. And had a great assortment of urns. Definitely recommend their services.

I've brought 3 of my furbabies here and the 4th just 2 weeks ago. I don't have any complaints but…read moremore curiosity, like why is there an extra fee to witness your pet go into the furnace and how come it takes 2 weeks for the ashes to be ready? Just general questions that I think most loving pet owners would want to know. I trust this company that they are humane and actual placing your dog's ashes in the box and no other animals. Price is affordable.

I wish Furrever Friends existed when my other dogs passed…read more Our dog, Franklin, died on Sunday. For over 11 years, he was a very important part of my family and friends. We are devastated. Not many crematoriums are open on Sundays. I called a number in Van Nuys that I found on Yelp, but the man referred me to Furrever Friends. I'm so glad he did. Heather at Furrever Friends was so kind on the phone and in person. She made the entire process very smooth and easy. She discussed everything with me - their strict cremation process, what to expect with the final package, etc. Honestly, I didn't ask; she just told me. I wasn't functioning very well that day. I picked up Franklin today after only a 4-day wait. At the shop, Heather surprised me with Frank's paw and nose prints on wood and paper! What a thoughtful idea! (I'm sure she told me about it on Sunday, but I really wasn't present.) I almost broke down in front of her when I saw his nose. We used to "boop" that thing! Frank himself is resting in a beautiful wooden box. He's coming home now. Heather, thank you so much for the amazing love and care you showed us! I won't forget you.

Back in April, my bsf lost her dog and used Furrever Friends to help her with her services. She put…read moreher dog down at a vet's clinic and FF offered a service to come pick up her dog directly from the clinic and handled everything that she wanted/needed perfectly. Last week on the 23rd right before christmas, my dog of 14 years passed away at home. I remembered my bsf used FF and I reached out to get their info. I contacted them immediately and was assisted by Heather. She was very kind and helpful over the phone, gave me all the info about the various packages they offer. They offer 3 different cremations packages (private, witness, and communal). I chose to go with private bc witness was more than double the price of private. However, don't be nervous about going with private bc they have numerous ways to ensure that you will be obtaining your pet's remains back even if you aren't able to witness the full process. The private package included a simple urn (a box), paw/nose impression, and fur clipping. In their viewing room, they have numerous urns to choose from and upgrade from the package. Although it was so close to the holidays, I was able to pick up my baby girl the day after christmas. They were kind enough to gift us with a bamboo impression of her nose and paw as an ornament as well. The whole service and communication was truly great. I had no doubt in trusting Heather and her family with taking care of my pet. You can feel how much they care about animals and their passion in helping families get closure and having a beautiful send off for their pets. I will definitely recommend Furrever Friends to all pet owners when it's time to say goodbyes to our fur babies.

It was incredibly difficult for us to accept the loss of our childhood dog, Chloe, but finding…read moreGentle Journey helped ease some of that pain. I'm so grateful we found such a compassionate business. They were able to take Chloe the same day we contacted them, while also giving us the time we needed to grieve and move forward at our own pace. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone who wants their furry friend to be in caring hands. Because of them, we were able to reunite Chloe with her sister, who missed her just as much as we did. It means so much to have her back home where she belongs. Thank you, Gentle Journey, for making this possible.

I was heartbroken when I lost my sweet pet of almost 15 years. What she loved the most was to be…read moreloved and cherished. Gentle Journey was truly amazing from the moment I called to getting her back home with me. They did an amazing job in honoring her and the love and lifetime we shared. Thank you, Sonia for your support during this difficult time. I was heartbroken when I lost my sweet pet of almost 15 years. What she loved the most was to be loved and cherished. Gentle Journey was truly amazing from the moment I called to getting her back home with me. They did an amazing job in honoring her and the love and lifetime we shared. Thank you, Sonia for your support during this difficult time.

Hearts and Halos is a veterinarian company that offers home pet euthanasia services. My husband and…read moreI decided to use them to help us put our beloved little girl, Muffin, down last month. We had the pleasure of Dr. Susan Chao come out to our home on Friday, March 20. We had a 9 am appointment (the first one of the day) and she arrived a little before. She had called me about 15 minutes prior to let me know that she would be arriving within 15 minutes. When she arrived, my husband and I greeted her and had her walk to our backyard, as this was the place I had wanted for our little girl because she loved being in the backyard to sunbathe. Dr. Chao was wonderful at guiding us through the process, explaining every step of the way and allowing us to take our time to say goodbye to Muffin. She also allowed us to give Muffin treats during the process (Muffin's last meal was a chicken nugget from Burger King and pureed chicken that Dr. Chao brought, which Muffin really did enjoy eating). Dr. Chao also did cut a piece of Muffin's fur for us to keep and placed it in a small plastic box, which she put in a small mesh bag and gave it to us as a keepsake. Muffin passed away on March 20, 9:31 am. Dr. Chao gave us some time to spend with Muffin right after and just walked towards the side of the house so that we could have privacy. Afterwards, she placed Muffin in a basket and then we walked with her towards the front of the home so that she could take Muffin with her to eventually be cremated. About two weeks later, I contacted Hearts and Halos to ask if Muffin's ashes were ready for us to pick up (please note that the company can also mail your pet's ashes to you, but we just preferred to pick it up in person). I had a hard time getting ahold of them via telephone, so I emailed the company and was able to arrange for a pickup time. I was told via email that someone was supposed to contact us that day that I had emailed them about Muffin's ashes though... This past Thursday, my husband and I went to Gardena to pick up Muffin's ashes (please note that Hearts and Halos office is now in transition to moving to Hungtinton Beach). When we arrived, an employee came out and gave us a small gift bag, that held her ashes, seeds to plant in her memory and also a small brochure regarding aftercare and additional resources for the grieving process. I do like the box that her ashes came in and also I love the small wooden heart with her name engraved on it and a small halo right above her name. The total cost for these services is $840 (you can pay via check, cash or credit card). You can also have additional items, such as an urn (which cost $60) or your pet's paw print, that will cost extra. If you do not wish to have your pet's ashes back, the cost would go down to $675, in which your pet will be part of a communal process to preserve their ashes and then will be scattered in the company's memory garden. Just as a price comparison, when we had to put down our other 2 dogs at the vet (both of our other dogs were of an emergent case and so we would not have been able to plan for their euthanasian earlier and so we would not have been able to utilize these home euthanasia services even if we had known about them at the time), at minimum, it would have cost $455 if we had made an appointment and had this service done during the day. However, both times we had to rush our dogs to the vet were during after hours and without an appointment, so the cost was around $560, which also did include their ashes. So, these home pet euthanasia services can cost an additional $100- $300 more but we felt it was worth the cost. We did not have to rush and deal with the stress and anxiety of the car ride from our home to the vet and also sit in the waiting room while they prep our dog and then say goodbye to them in the vet's office (where both of our dogs really hated going to the vet). The ability to allow Muffin to be in the comfort of her own home and to have foods that she enjoyed during the process was worth it for us. I highly recommend home pet euthanasia at home if you can afford it. I like to think that this was the much better choice for Muffin and hope that she was happy with her chicken treats right before she left us, keeping her in good spirits than to be stressed and anxious if we had chosen to bring her to the veterinarian instead. Thank you Hearts and Halos for helping us during this process.

I can't say enough about the compassion and kindness Dr. Denise showed during one of the hardest…read moremoments of my life. Saying goodbye to my beloved kitty was something I had been dreading, especially because she was very skittish and easily stressed, but Dr. Denise made the entire experience as peaceful and gentle as it could possibly be. Her suggestions (like adjusting the environment and approach to minimize stress) made such a difference and helped my cat feel more at ease during the transition. Her assistant was equally kind and thoughtful, offering quiet support and handling everything with such sensitivity and respect. Together, they created a space that felt calm, dignified, and full of care. This is an incredibly difficult decision for any pet parent, but I am so grateful I had Dr. Denise to guide us through it. Thank you for helping my sweet girl pass with peace and love.

Brought in my new shelter pittie. As soon as you walk in the front desk made me feel special. Some…read morecame out just to pet her. Taken back quickly by a vet tech who was friendly and knowledgeable. Dr, Wong was amazing and thorough. No upsales and reasonable prices. So glad I found FPC!

I had a frustrating experience at Family Pet Clinic of Redondo Beach and felt other pet owners…read moreshould be aware. I brought my two rabbits in for a visit and ended up being charged for services that were never clearly explained or approved beforehand. One charge was $22.50 for "brushing out poop" from one of my rabbits, which is something I easily could have done at home. I wasn't given any notice that this would be a separate service or cost. They also added a "wound service" charge, which confused me even more. When I asked what it was for, they said they think one of the rabbits might have a soft spot and suggested adding softer padding in the bedding area--but they also said they weren't sure and that nothing else needed to be done right now. It didn't make sense to charge for a wound service when there wasn't a confirmed issue or treatment. My main concern is the lack of transparency. If a clinic plans to perform additional services or add charges, they should explain them and get approval before doing them. Pet care is already expensive, and clients deserve to know what they're being billed for. Unfortunately, this experience left me feeling like unnecessary services were added without my consent therefore we will not be returning.

I am SO grateful I found this place during a very difficult and emotional time. Oliver is the…read moreabsolute best at what he does for people going through the loss of a pet. I recently lost my soul pup Benji of 16 years and the day he passed, I called this place to see if I could drop him off that same night. Oliver was very thorough about his process while maintaining kindness and empathy and it's clear he wants to help make a difficult time as much of a positive experience as possible. I drove my pup to his office around 9pm on a Thursday and when we got there, he went over all the details and what to expect in the next couple weeks. He allowed my bf and I to say our last goodbyes to Benj in private before we left and that meant a lot as he respected our last moments together. Oliver was very communicative and did the best job making sure the design on Benji's urn was exactly what I wanted and he was able to provide me with everything a day sooner than expected. The urn and paw print impressions were packaged nicely and I was thoroughly impressed by the care and attention to detail Oliver has for what he does. This was the best experience I could have possibly had during such a hard time and I highly recommend him to anyone needing his services.

Oliver was outstanding answering questions w compassion and good prices !…read moreTues thru Sun 10 to 2pm Michele Harr

The staff is respectful, understanding, and truly treats your pet like family. They handle…read moreeverything with care and keep the process simple and affordable. A trustworthy place to honor your pet.

If I could give Small Paws Cremations 10 stars, I would…read more Today I had to say goodbye to my boy, my cat Ñoño, after 17 years, and Romo treated both me and my pet with genuine kindness, patience, care, and respect from beginning to end. On one of the hardest days of my life, he helped make a heartbreaking situation feel a little more manageable. He explained everything clearly, treated Ñoño with dignity, followed up professionally, and most importantly, showed real compassion. He also worked with me on the price when I was in a very difficult spot, and that generosity meant more than I can put into words. What stood out to me most was that he did not make me feel rushed or like just another transaction. He understood that this was family, not "just a pet," and he treated the moment with the seriousness and care it deserved. Losing a pet is brutal, and when you are trusting someone with someone you love, kindness matters. In my experience, Romo gave exactly that. I'm deeply grateful to him and to Small Paws Cremations for helping me through one of the hardest days I've had in a long time. I highly recommend them.

Jane is very helpful and respectful of people's feelings during a very tough time. She responds…read morewithin a very reasonable timeframe and she completed everything we had hoped for.

A wonderful place to put your loved pet to rest. Great care…read moreis taken to make you & your pet comfortable in the sad time of their passing.

I came here because my fur baby unfortunately swallowed a raisin. The vet techs took her in…read moreimmediately. The wait was long. I mean very long. Except to be here for some hours. They brought her out and she seemed fine. They explained to me they were able to retrieve one raisin. I was relieved because I thought she swallowed more. Now when it came to cost, I know these things can be costly. The Dr assistant did want me to pay between 3,500-4,500 for my fur baby to stay there for two nights to check her levels. When I informed the Dr assistant I did not have that sort of money. The Dr assistant demeanor seemed to have changed, but she followed up with me after and asked how Prada was holding up. The doctor on the other hand was very nice and accommodating. Luckily my fur baby Prada is very much alive. If my fur baby has another medical emergency I would come back here. Especially since this is the only emergency vet open 24/7.

I usually don't write reviews like this, but I do not want another person to go through what I…read moreexperienced. On January 8, 2026, I took my dog to VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center. In the beginning, everything seemed fine. I was able to get an appointment within two days after my regular veterinarian referred us for an ultrasound. When I arrived on 1/8/2026, I waited for more than an hour. I understood they were very busy, and an assistant came out to explain and apologize for the delay. When it was my turn, I met the doctor. She was very professional and kind. She performed the ultrasound and took her time explaining the results. I received my dog's medication there, and they explained how to administer it and told me to call if I had any questions. I was instructed to give my dog two prednisone pills for the first seven days, then reduce the dose to one and a half pills. While my dog was taking two pills, he improved--he was eating, breathing better, and walking. However, once I reduced the dose to one and a half pills, his health declined, and he began showing the same symptoms as before. I called the clinic VCA 1/18/2026 on a Monday to ask if I should return to the two-pill dosage. The doctor's assistant, Kylie, who was very kind, told me the doctor was not in and that she would send her a message and call me back as soon as she heard from her. Tuesday passed, so I called again and spoke with a woman named Jennifer, who was not very pleasant. She said, "Didn't the assistant tell you they would call you when the doctor gets back to her? She's not here and won't be back until Thursday." Thursday Jan. 22 Kylie texted me apologizing and letting me know that she would re-message. The doctor ,never got back to her. I waited until Thursday. No one called. More days passed, still no call. I did not call again because Jennifer had told me they would contact me once the doctor responded. Nearly a month went by, and I never received a call. During this time, my dog passed away. When I took my dog to his regular veterinarian on 1/26. I was told that VCA still had not sent them the ultrasound results. I had received the results myself ,but I am not a veterinarian and cannot interpret them properly. I am extremely disappointed. I have lost trust in this place. I had even referred a cousin to them, but I immediately called her and told her to cancel and seek care elsewhere. Once you leave this place, it feels like you no longer exist. I am still angry, disappointed, and confused. They were very attentive while I was there, but after I left, my dog felt like he no longer mattered. I am strongly considering contacting a lawyer.

Dr. Kevin was prompt and I was able to get same day afternoon appointment after calling 2 other…read moreclinics on a Saturday morning. He communicated well and was very compassionate and gave us space in every possible way. I am still thinking about putting my 20-year-old cat to sleep but it has been getting better talking to ChatGPT

It has been a year since my beloved cat. my baby boy, Leon, passed away. It was my first time…read morelosing a cat, and everything happened so fast that I barely had time to process what I was thinking or doing for him. With Dr. Kevin's guidance, everything went smoothly, and he truly helped me feel that I made the right choice for Leon, without any guilt. I still remember how empathetic and compassionate he was, and how much that support helped me get through such a painful time. Thank you, Dr. Kevin, for everything you did It has stayed with me, even a year later. 진심으로 감사합니다. 존경을담아. Warmly, Eliya