Yesterday I had to say goodbye to me beloved 17 year old cat, Spencer. Dr Betts was gentile and compassionate. She treated Spencer as if he was her own. Having Dr. Betts there made the whole heartbreaking experience not only easier for Spencer but also for me. Even the way she put Spencer in a pet bed and carried him out with such caring and gentleness. We need more Vets like Dr. Betts. I can't thank you enough Dr. Betts, for helping me through this difficult time in my life. read more

There are no words that can fully capture the depth of gratitude I have for the care and compassion this team showed during one of the hardest moments of my life. Saying goodbye to my beloved dog of 11 years was something I had never experienced before, and I was completely unprepared for the emotional weight of it all. From my very first phone call, I was met with genuine kindness, patience, and sincerity. Every question I had was answered with such care and understanding--it truly felt like they were walking alongside me during this difficult time. When the doctor came to our home, their presence was calm, respectful, and incredibly compassionate. They treated my dog with such dignity and love, and they gave me the space and support I needed to say goodbye in peace. It meant more to me than I can ever express. Even afterward, the level of care continued. Picking up my dog's remains was handled with such grace and respect--it was clear that every step of the process was done with heartfelt intention and compassion. In a moment filled with so much pain, this team was a blessing. I truly believe God places people in our lives when we need them most, and they were exactly that for me. Their sincerity, kindness, and unwavering support brought comfort to my heart in a time of deep sorrow. I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone facing the incredibly difficult decision of saying goodbye to a beloved pet. They go above and beyond in every way, and I will forever be grateful for the love and care they showed to both me and my dog. read more

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Two weeks ago, we had to say goodbye to Riley, our 17-year-old Bichonppoo. In past years we have always taken our cats and dogs to a vet to have them put down. They try to make the experience quiet and caring, but it is still a sterile office environment. This time we contacted DoorStep Vet, a service that comes to your home for final goodbyes. Dr. Kim Pool came to our house to help Riley pass. Dr. Pool was like an angel. She arrived with a dog bed, blanket and pillows, got down on the floor so Riley would not be afraid of her, and caringly talked with us before the process began. Dr. Pool gave Riley a sedative shot before her final medication so she could fall asleep in my arms. I left the room after Riley fell asleep because I could not take her final goodbye. After Riley passed, Dr. Kim stayed and talked with my wife Joan for a good 45 min. Doorstep Vet and Dr. Kim Pool will provide you with the best loving care in your home when the time comes for you to say goodbye to your pet. Riley was surrounded by the smells and sounds she knew. As far as we are concerned, there is absolutely no other way to go through this final step. Alan and Joan Fisher read more

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As kind and patient as the doctor was who came to perform the at-home euthanasia, we were disappointed that with the first injection of the sedative, our always docile and easy going cat felt it and got scared. He let them put the sedative in, then within seconds he shivered and tried to run back inside the house. He dropped to the ground with a look of terror, then tried to run back inside again and dropped down. He was "drunk" on "kitty ketamine" as she put it. I understand that every cat reacts differently, but after speaking to other vets, it wasn't supposed to be like that at all. This month we had to say goodbye to another one of our cats, and we used a different company with remarkable results. read more

Dr. Simpson was really great to work with. We had to say goodbye to our 14 year old Goldendoodle that had been battling cancer. We would never have gotten the 6 of us plus a vet in a tiny vet room so we were all able to be with her in her last minutes. Not to mention that typically going to the vet, she was extremely nervous and this was so much more calm and a much better experience. The little bit of cost increase is really not that much more then going to the vet so overall would do this option going forward. read more

I've had to sadly call Doorstep Vet twice over the years for 2 beloved pets, Roland and Otis Their kindness during these times are unsurpassed. Having them come to you makes the experience so much less stressful. Wonderful people read more

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Dr Simpson handled this awful process with a grace and kindness I simply wasn't expecting. It was still an absolutely gut wrenching day, but she made it as comfortable and as gentle as I could have hoped for. She gave Molly the dignity to pass in the most loving & humane way possible... In my arms, at home, surrounded by her family. I can't begin to tell you how much I appreciate everything she did for us and for Molly. Dr Simpson was literally like an angel... From the bottom of my heart, so much gratitude for the services you provide. read more

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Dr Simpson handled this awful process with a grace and kindness I simply wasn't expecting. It was still an absolutely gut wrenching day, but she made it as comfortable and as gentle as I could have hoped for. She gave Molly the dignity to pass in the most loving & humane way possible... In my arms, at home, surrounded by her family. I can't begin to tell you how much I appreciate everything she did for us and for Molly. Dr Simpson was literally like an angel... From the bottom of my heart, so much gratitude for the services you provide. read more

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Dr. Simpson with Doorstep Vet was such a blessing. We were forced to part with our cherished dog Dash. We wanted to see Dash off over the rainbow bridge at home in his bed not in some cold, sterile examination room. She was kind and caring like the best palliative care practitioner for a human. Thank you! read more

Doorstep Vet is amazing. She was SO caring, so sweet, and so respectful. She made an otherwise awful experience bearable. More than bearable; when she left we had smiles on our faces, after crying all day. I cannot recommend this veterinarian enough!! read more

In the last week and three days, we've had to have Doorstep Vet come to our home to provide peace and relief to both our senior dogs. We're heartbroken but so incredibly thankful for Dr. Danielle. She handled us with such grace and compassion. Our babies only knew peace when they left us, not fear like our first baby we had to let go. Dr. Danielle has one of the hardest jobs out there. She is surrounded by sadness but I'm so thankful her heart is as big and beautiful as it is to help people say goodbye to their babies in the most lovingly way possible. Mother Teresa said it was a blessing to be with someone as they passed and went home to God. Dr. Danielle is Mother Teresa for our animals. I hope she continues to stay strong and loving so she can share it with everyone when we need it the most. read more

Last week, Dr. Pool helped Moxy, our sweet pitbull mix, pass on. Dr. Pool was compassionate, friendly, and professional and helped make the whole process easier for me and my wife. We've been telling our friends that Dr. Pool was the last friend that Moxy made, and thanks to Dr. Pool's patience and caring, Moxy was happy and peaceful in his final moments, surrounded by his loving dog parents at home. Thank you to Dr. Pool and the staff at Doorstep Vet for making Moxy's final journey dignified, painless, and beautiful. We can't tell tell you how much this act of kindness means to us! read more

What else can on really say about a service like this? Its reassuring that something that is so hard to do can be done in a comfortable setting for you and your pet. From start to finish not only were they extremely professional but the compassion they show is very touching. Dr. Betts is a fantastic person and walked me thru everything before she started and after 19 years with Mikey he was finally at peace. Thanks for Everything you have done for me and my boy Mikey. It was an tuff decision to make but in the end it was the right thing to do. Thank you~john read more

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Doorstep Vet Staff, Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness and caring for our sweet Mosa when it was time for us to let her go. Dr. Pool was absolutely wonderful and we are so grateful for her and her kindness shown to Mosa and to us making Mosa's final earthly day painless and peaceful. We are comforted to know Mosa is now enjoying her new days as stardust in the heavens. We still miss her every day so we made a Mosa shrine with cards received, her ashes and paw print . Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness and caring for Mosa with the gift you made in her honor to the Doorstep Vet's Angel Fund. What a wonderful gift that we appreciate so much. With thanks and appreciation for making this final day in her and our lives peaceful and gentle with your wonderful service and personnel. With much appreciation. read more

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I generally do not write reviews therefore i hope mine will reach the masses. Dr Pool and her assistant were wonderful from beggining to end. Promt down to the second, thouroughly explaining the process, not rushing our goodbyes, and much more. We were walked through every second of the process and she made sure our baby girl was comfortable all the way to the end. I would highly recommend doorstepvet for at home care/aftercare. Our baby's transition into heaven was painless and achieved with the utmost care. Some of the most compationate professionals i have ever met in the vet industry. read more

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They returned messages quickly, were empathetic to my sniffles and tears. The vet arrived on time as promised and was an ultimate specialist on the process and brought ample chicken and sausages for Molly to scarf off the plate, giving her enough time to administer the shots without Molly noticing. It was as good an experience as this process can be. read more

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I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Betts. She was kind and caring and informative and patient. She took wonderful care of our dog and helped us transition him to the rainbow bridge. Given how awful the circumstances were, she made it as easy and loving as possible. And we could do it at home. read more

Even though we planned to send my dog to heavens in couple of weeks when everyone was home, he suddenly started acting more erratic than usual. He began to lose his mobility and started howling every couple of hours. We decided that it was time. I filled out the form early in the morning around 6:30am. I got a call to schedule within 30 minutes. We scheduled it for 10am. The vet came in with all the supplies and went over the details of the procedures. The vet patiently proceeded with all the procedures. I am not going to go over the details but she was patient and gentle. After my dog stopped breathing, she gave a memorial token of paw print. Left him in a sling to gently lay him inside the van. It was tough but at the end, I didn't want him to suffer more. I would recommend Doorstep Vet to anyone who needs the service 100%. read more

We are just grateful that they were able to respond within 24 hours on a weekend. Dr. Simpson was very kind and sympathetic. We are heartbroken, but deeply appreciative of this service. read more

My 16 year old baby, Allie was severely ill and showed me on October 5th that she was ready (or so I thought...). She collapse and struggle to get up and with her stress level already through the roof, I believed the best decision was to have an at-home service so that Allie had a comfortable and familiar place and make Allie's pass over as peaceful as possible. I contacted DoorStep Vet because I noticed they had great reviews and I assumed they would be trustworthy, but now I'm questioning their integrity. We set her appointment for the following day, the 6th of October. I was told to give Allie melatonin to sedate her before the vets arrival. When they arrived Allie appeared to warm up quickly to them, but as soon as they injected her with the sedative, Allie immediately popped up and ran across the room with the syringe bouncing in her backside and her hissing at the vets like I've never seen before. One mentioned that she thought she diluted it well enough to prevent a stinging sensation (which I was unaware that was a thing).... This not only happened once, but twice.... I was informed that after giving the sedative that it causes damage to the body and pretty much there's no turning back.... So I felt I had to coax her into the remainder of the process, reiterating that everything will be ok and that I will see her again. Allie's experience was traumatizing! With the many pets I've had in my life and the time I've spent working in a humane society I have never seen any animal react this way. I've contacted them and I felt that my feelings were minimized and was told that Allie's case is rare and that they omit this information to mitigate the stress of the parents of their furry babies. I would have much rather been educated about this possibility of occurring so that I could prepare for it. Now...Not only am I haunted by the physical absence of my baby, but I am constantly replaying this grotesque memory in my head that's going to require not only therapy for grief, but also trauma. read more

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This was a really good experience. Losing a pet is hard especially if they have been a part of your life for a long time and you love them dearly as we have. If you have a pet you know. Yes we all probably treat them too much like little people, but when a fury four legged friend loves you unconditionally you can't help but love them back. When my beloved Daisy (see my profile pic) became too old, ill, and dementia was making all of our lives unbearable we made the decision to do the humane thing and relieve her from stress and pain. The vet was amazing and the experience was very quick and painless. It was shockingly fast from beginning to end. I don't know how the vets do it and the fact they are so caring and supportive makes them as much a people doctor as it does for animals. They heal spirits and broken hearts. Even as I write this months later I get fairly emotional, as I loved that stinking dog! I can't say enough about this service and vet. It allowed us to keep her comfortable and go in peace while being home. She hated the vet and was always terrified and in her last moments she was calm and happy. Really, this is my way of saying thank you. They did my family and my beloved friend an amazing service. What they did for me is hard to put into words, just know if you have a hard situation in front of you this company and team has the compassion and sympathy to help you through. read more

As sad as this was for me and my family, this was the best choice for us and best experience that we could have asked for. Suzanne was amazing. she brought so much peace to my home during such a difficult time. My dog, who is usually a little skittish Instantly gravitated towards her and gave her a puppy kiss. She did not rush us at all, and she made us feel heard. she answered so many questions, some that were even asked more than once. her patience and care was perfect. and we will forever thank her for making this a little easier for us. If you love your pet, remember, everyone deserves a good death, and doing this at home surrounded by love and at peace, was exactly what my dog deserved . read more

I never had to put a dog down but my boy was 16 and it was his time. I had him since he was about 4 months old so he was super special to me and this was about to be the worst day of my life. Dr Betts came over right on time, came prepared with everything, and most importantly to me, made it seem as if time stood still. I did not feel rushed at all and she made the absolute worst day of my life a little better so thank you Dr Betts and Doorstep vet. read more

If you are reading this review, you are probably in the middle of making a situation that feels impossibly devastating. I had knots in my stomach while initially reading these reviews, but ultimately called Doorstep Vet and I'm so glad I did. Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is such a painful thing, but Dr. Pelaez made the process so much more peaceful then anything I could have imagined. We were able to have a quiet morning with our cat; no trauma of putting her into a crate and bringing her to our regular vet (though they were loving and great, our cat's anxiety was always triggered when we went in). When Dr. Pelaez arrived, we felt strangely at ease and so did our cat who can be skittish around new people. Dr. Pelaez explained the process, and let us know we could take things at our own speed. Our three year old was home and she was very patient while we all said goodbye and got our son settled in his playroom so that just my husband and I could both be there for the actual end. She made sure Neko (our cat) was comfortable and even brought her treats. I was able to hold Neko in my lap, petting her while she went to sleep, pain free. We were told we could take as much time as we needed (with every single step) and able to escort her to the car and say our final goodbyes. I have had to go through this process, losing a pet via euthanasia, before and cannot believe I did not know about this route. Not only was our cat less anxious being at home, but we were too. I was very upset about the thought of losing my cat and cried many times in the days leading up to the appointment. Dr. Pelaez was so compassionate, gentle and kind and she really did make this process incredibly peaceful. After it was over, my husband remarked that she was the exact perfect person for the job and I agreed. We are so thankful for Doorstep vet and would recommend them to anyone making this difficult decision. read more

We made the heartbreaking decision to euthanize our sick cat, Pow, and knew we didn't want to take him to our vet's office to do it. While we love our regular vet, we didn't think Pow would be comfortable in his carrier and endure the trip very well; he never liked car rides and he was so frail that I worried it would hurt him. The last thing we wanted to do, on his last day on earth, was to cause him any more distress. The amazing Yelp reviews for Doorstep Vet gave me the confidence to schedule a next-day appointment, and Dr. Casey arrived on time and carefully explained the process while Pow sat quietly, undisturbed, on our coffee table. She was able to give him the sedative and he barely noticed; she lay him out on the couch after that and, once we'd said our goodbyes, administered the dose to put him to rest peacefully. She never rushed us, and remained a calm and serene presence while my husband and I bawled loudly in front of her. This is such a wonderful and compassionate service for people who want their pets to pass away comfortably in their homes, and privately, away from other patrons. From the start, using the website to choose and reserve our services (which was great when we realized at midnight on a Saturday that our cat's health was declining ultra-rapidly, and wanted to get on the books as soon as possible without having to call someone in the morning), to the email confirmation we received (you can opt to pay in advance or at the time of the appointment), to the calm and compassionate bedside manner of the vet, all made us comfortable about what was going to happen next. Dr. Casey even had a little clay disc to make an imprint of Pow's paw for us, that we could bake and hold onto as a keepsake, which was very sweet. I echo every other reviewer here when I say, it really sucks to have to put down your pet, but I believe this service offered by Doorstep Vet is the best way to do so. If you need this service, I recommend this business. read more

Dr Betts was so kind and caring during my visit while putting my pup to rest. I was very emotional and sad during her visit. Dr Betts was so patient, sweet, and gentle to my dog, Pepper. I am forever grateful for my experience and so thankful my dog wasn't traumatized going the traditional vet route. It brings me a lot of comfort knowing my dog was laid to rest in the comfort of her own bed, and quiet surroundings that she was used to. I highly recommend Doorstep vet to help you through the process of having to deal with one of the hardest and difficult event of your life. Thank you again for the beautiful experience. read more

Like everyone else has said, this is a business nobody wants to need, but we are so glad we chose them when aggressive cancer got to the point that continuing to treat it would not be a kindness to our sweet dog. Instead, he got to live out his remaining months happily at home while he still felt good, and pass away quietly and painlessly at home while being loved on, which is what I think anyone would wish for. Not to say the experience wasn't still gut-wrenching -- it completely sucked. But it was absolutely the best it could be under the circumstances. read more

Although it is a sad time, my husband and I are finding a lot of comfort knowing our beloved dog didn't suffer or have any fear when she passed today. Our dog Mary, has lived a very long happy life. After 15 wonderful years, we said goodbye to a friend and valued member of our family. Thank you Doorstep Vet for your help during this difficult time. We truly appreciate it. read more

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The love and compassion shown by Dr Suzanne Betts was wonderful. She eased our transition of little Sassy Princess to a peaceful place....thank you Doorstep Vet team. read more

I could not have been more happy with the service Doorstep Vet provided. The doctor who come to the house was the kindest and most compassionate human and made this horrible time a loving, peaceful and beautiful experience. She gave us a paw print and a lock of our 15 year old dogs hair. I would highly recommend using this business!! read more

During a time like this, you want a service to flex with your changing time and day as best fits family and your pet's needs. Doorstep Vet did this for us, even on Labor Day. Customer service is excellent and the vet most compassionate and quick. I highly recommend them. Lovely paw print frame ticket as well. read more

We had doorstep vet come to our home last minute to help us with one of our beloved bulldogs. We really appreciate the kindness and empathy that doorstep vet provided us during the difficult time. We'd highly recommend their services any time the difficult decision to put your pet loved one down falls upon you. read more

There are several at-home euthanasia options in our area. We chose Doorstep Vet months before it was time to schedule our appointment because of the very helpful information that was on the website. We encourage you to read through it if you have time and are doing research like I was. This includes reading over their services, as well as the "Resources" section. Unfortunately, our big girl Livia's time came close to Christmas! We had really wanted to get one more quality-of-life appointment in with my vet, but we had to wait a little over a week because of the holidays and COVID. My wife contacted Doorstep Vet via their online form on Saturday, December 26, at 8 PM. I received an email response from Lindsay the next morning at 6:45 AM, offering an appointment for December 29. Lindsay was so kind and understanding through the several emails she sent as we had updates and questions. I really appreciate that! On the 29th, we had a rough, slow morning, with Livia barely feeling like getting out of bed. We just sat with her there, and then she eventually walked out from the back door just enough to go potty. We fed her half of her normal meal in her usual food puzzle so she could take her meds, and also keep with her routine. My wife had a bag of small, yummy treats ready for Livia, as the website suggested. Dr. Pool also brought some treats with her. When she walked in, Livia got a final burst of energy. It was so awesome to see Livia walk over to the doctor with such enthusiasm! She had been walking so slowly that morning--and that walking was just from bed to yard, then from yard to bed. I had been bringing her water to drink in her bed. Dr. Pool said she brings treats because it really helps if you can offer your dog a pile of treats to munch on while she is doing the first injection. I really recommend having a bag of small treats you know your pet loves, and it can help if your dog didn't just have a very big meal. If they're feeling stuffed, they may not be as interested in the treats, making it hard to distract them from the doctor with the needle. COVID made this process a little different, but Dr. Pool still managed to be so comforting. She explained everything very well, and we understood what was going on at each step. We both sincerely appreciate the doctors still coming over to pets' homes to help them rest peacefully. We have previously had to decide on euthanasia while at an ER vet, and the at-home option was just so much nicer. It is so comforting that your pet can just lie down in the bed she's been using on a daily basis during this process. It was still hard on us humans emotionally, but not having to do this in a clinic was immensely helpful. We have adopted another big senior, so it won't be very long before we are contacting Doorstep Vet again. Emergency situations may prevent you from scheduling at-home euthanasia. Please don't feel too bad if that happens! Some things we cannot predict, and sometimes we cannot see that our pet has advanced disease internally. But if your pet is in the group of animals who show a more gradual loss in quality of life, we encourage you to contact Doorstep Vet to help your pet cross the rainbow bridge in the comforts of home. read more

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It was the most difficult decision to make... to whom do you trust to help you and your pet during this delicate time. Once I made the call, I knew it was the right decision. Anne on the phone was so compassionate as I talked through sobs. She was able to schedule us for a same day visit. When Dr. Pool arrived, we had just taken Phoenix out for his last visit to the front yard. Dr. Pool spent time asking about Phoenix's life and marveling at all the fun things he did during his 15 years. She walked us step by step through the process and gave us alone time with him before she started and again after he passed. She gave us a wonderful paw print in a box that we will treasure. Then she placed him on a comfy bed and covered him with a blanket. I was so thankful that she treated him with dignity, even for transport to the crematorium. If you love your pet, and want their final moments at home, this is the company to use. It was a difficult decision, but Doorstep Vet and Dr. Pool made it so much better for us and Phoenix. I am grateful. read more

Making the decision was what was difficult. When I contacted Doorstep Vet they were very thorough in making sure of the day and time. My baby was not urgent as she was elderly and loosing ability to get around. The appointment was confirmed by phone and email. I received a call as I had asked with ETA on the day of which helped us for final preparations. Our dog was very accepting of the "stranger" coming in - so she felt very comfortable. The process was fully explained to my wife and I and she waited for our direction to continue with each step. I had the option to carry her out in the bed which I did... every step was helpful in handling the grief we experienced, even allowing us to pray before starting the procedure. This is the way to handle euthanizing if you have at least a few days to set appointment and Doorstep is amazing. read more

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Dr. Betts was so patient and kind during one of the worst days of my life, when we had to say goodbye to my most constant and loyal companion. Nobody wants to need euthanasia, but if you need it, Dr. Betts will deliver it with compassion. read more

did a promised. was flexible with my date changes. was pleased with the service and recommended them to my friend who also used them.

The company was very responsive, empathetic, & transparent on initial contact. Dr. Pool arrived early in the 1 hour window, was very friendly, professional, & efficient. She got my wingdog out of his post-stroke suffering quickly. I highly recommend Doorstep Vet. read more

So thankful for the amazing and compassionate care Doorstep Vet provided our family as we had to say goodbye to our puppy of 14 years. Dr Poole got to our house promptly and was so loving to our pups. Gave him treats and walked us through the process. Bullseye easily transitioned as we all loved on him and shared stories of our adventures together. We were allowed to make his own burial arrangements. The price is so reasonable and worth ever penny. Once the process was over they made a paw print plaque of our little pups. Easiest way to say goodbye. Thank you so much! read more

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There are no words that can express how grateful we are to Dr. Betts and the entire Doorstep Vet Staff. They were professional and empathetic from the first phone call to the last interaction. They really made a very difficult time and decision a little easier. If I could give them 10 stars, I would. Needless to say, I would highly recommend Doorstep Vet to anyone looking for at-home euthanasia services. The level of service, caring, and compassion that we received from them is unparalleled. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, to Dr. Betts and the entire staff at Doorstep Vet. You guys are absolutely amazing! read more