It is such a very difficult struggle when you come to the realization that your sweet companion is…read morenear the end of his or her life. As loving owners, you want the best for your pets, and waiting too long could result in a stressful emergency room situation. Thank goodness for people like Dr. Schaubert, who not only provide palliative care, but also in-home euthanasia. Dr. Schaubert and I talked at length several times regarding our elderly dog's condition and state. During each of those conversations, Dr. Shaubert was insightful, kind, and compassionate. She gave me information about our dog's behavior (indicating a high level of anxiety and pain) which helped guide me and our family into a timing that felt right to us, as we observed our dog's continuing decline. When the moment came to say goodbye to our 16-year-old dog, Dr. Shaubert was extremely gentle and professional, with our pet, but also with us, too. I truly felt held by her, and I think our sweet pup did, as well. I am incredibly grateful to Dr. Schaubert for allowing us a peaceful goodbye in our own home, where our dog was surrounded by family who loved her and still miss her.

Dr. Schaubert is kind and gentle person who clearly cares about both animals and people. She made a…read moresad time more bearable. I recommend her.

Yesterday I had to say goodbye to me beloved 17 year old cat, Spencer. Dr Betts was gentile and…read morecompassionate. 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.

There are no words that can fully capture the depth of gratitude I have for the care and compassion…read morethis 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.

Our dog Jasper was diagnosed with lymphoma sarcoma at age 15, and I reached out to Dr. Bernard to…read morediscuss alternatives to the chemotherapy on offer. (I have read that a majority of human cancer doctors would not undergo chemotherapy themselves, so I definitely did not want to inflict that on an elderly dog.) Dr. Bernard was very knowledgeable and very caring in our conversation, I just wish we had gotten a diagnosis earlier so there would have been time to intervene.

Dr. Bernard helped our furr-person Puddin who was experiencing severe arthritis and weakness in her…read moreback Legs. Immediately after her first treatment she was acting like a puppy and you could see the relief in her eyes. We used Clay for over nine months, unfortunately, Puddin was diagnosed with a Brain Tumor and crossed the rainbow bridge recently. We really appreciate his love and professionalism in helping her.

Don't hesitate to hire Dr. Mullen to care for your animals. We met him under sad circumstances a…read morefew years back when my employer's 13-year-old lab was suffering from lung cancer. Dr. Mullen came to our work studio and was able to make an awful situation as painless as possible. He helped end Olive's pain, and she didn't have to leave the comfort of home or spend her last moments in a hospital. We appreciated Dr. Mullen so much that we recently hired him to come and just give our studio cat and dog regular check-ups. You'll likely pay slightly more than you would to visit a regular vet, but the stress on your animals is minimal. No weird car rides, no weird smelling vet office. It's great. Now, if you want a really PC, by the book vet, Dr. Mullen probably isn't for you. This guy's a character! He has a cooky sense of humor and a huge heart. His love for animals is obvious. Reading through these reviews, some people have mentioned that he may say something off-color or something seemingly inappropriate, but this man has a very hard job. Imagine being an animal lover, and your job is to put down someone's best friend. One can tend to get a bit nervous or awkward in those situations. The important thing is - he's an amazing vet. He cares about you, your comfort, and your pets'. 100% - give this guy a call.

Michael is the kindest most compassionate Vet with a wonderful sense of humor and a large heart…read morethat can guide you in the care of your older four paws family member - Trust him & know that he is both kind and intuitive. Your pet may transcend to his/her rainbow bridge easily with grace... however, having Michael there to assist you as the pets human who is struggling with grief loss second guessing etc - to know that your choice was the most gracious living choice you can make/ could make... He is a Godsend to many...

We were referred to Dr. Millington through AM-PM Animal Hospital, where he is affiliated and where…read moreour 11-year-old Jack Russell terrier had been a patient for several years. Woody's congestive heart failure had progressed to where we wanted to "let him go" before his suffering became severe. We were seeking same-day euthanasia, and Dr. Millington was able to accommodate us on a few hours' notice. His end-of-life care was excellent. There were no hitches with the procedure, and Woody passed peacefully. Of course, a vet who performs euthanasia also needs great people skills. Dr. Millington was very kind, compassionate, a good listener and a soothing presence as we went through this sad event. We highly recommend him.

I wish I could give Dr. Allen more than five stars…read more She is an incredible veterinarian and an even more incredible person. This past Wednesday, we unfortunately had to put our lab down due to complications with cancer in her chest. We had to take Brodie (our lab) in to Westgate to get screens done on her chest to diagnose the problem, and when they called back to tell us the news and that Brodie would need to be euthanized, I immediately thought to call Dr. Allen. She has been taking care of Brodie for years, and while Brodie was scared of the vet in general, she loved Dr. Allen and vice versa. I called her on Tuesday to see if she would be available to come to our home on Wednesday and just like any time we've called her in the past she made herself available to come and help us out. I could tell Brodie was more than just another animal to her, and I'm sure she uses the same love and compassion for any animal she treats. I can't tell you how peaceful the whole procedure was. I was so happy she could be there in Brodie's final moments. Dr. Allen also recommended Rainbow Bridge since we wanted to have her cremated, and I knew if she recommended it then it was what we needed to go with. Ronny came to pick Brodie up after she passed and was very respectful and sympathetic. He had her returned two days later. Can't recommend them enough, either. When we get a new puppy, Dr. Allen will be the only vet he/she sees.

Dr Allen assisted with the euthanasia of one of my kitties about 3 years ago. It was the spur of…read morethe moment crisis. I called around and around and Dr Allen was the only DVM that was willing to come to my home the day I called. She is very kind and does a wonderful job with this kind of service. Previously I have shuttled my pets to the animal hospital for these events. I didn't know home services were available. Now that I know they exist, I will do whatever I can to have these services performed at home. I think back and know it would have been a wonderful choice for the others. I stumbled across her Yelp reviews because I am about to track her down to assist with my next kitty. The recent diagnosis will allow me to make plans for this departure. At that time she was using Paws in Heaven, a pet crematorium and cemetery in Canyon Lake for the remains. Their services can include private cremations, ashes returned, paw prints and fur clippings in a pretty cedar box with a brass name plate. The folks at Paws in Heaven were amazing. The best experience ever.

I had to contact Dr. Burnside for an in-home euthanasia of our sweet kitty Belle, who had quickly…read morebecome paralyzed from FIP. It was a heart-wrenching decision that filled me with guilt. I have never had to make that decision before. Dr. Burnside was so compassionate, understanding, gentle, and caring, and helped us be confident in our decision that it really was the best thing for our baby Belle. She sat and petted Belle and talked with us and talked to Belle, getting to know her a bit. It was heartbreaking to have to say goodbye, but Dr. Burnside's gentle demeanor and compassionate personality were a godsend. She was so gentle with Belle, and gentle with us. I could tell she really cared about Belle and about us and our feelings. She called me a few days later to check on us, and I also received a personal card in the mail about a week later, in which she included personal details that we had told her about Belle's life when she came over. I was so touched - that was so thoughtful!! Dr. Burnside was amazing for us. Thank you for everything Dr. Burnside.

Please avoid this vet at all costs. Cecilia Burnside backed me into a corner regarding euthanizing…read moreone of my cats several years ago by unilaterally terminating our relationship over a series of emails with no explanation and for no valid reason. I am certain I know what the "reason" was; I was evaluating palliative treatments to get a few more days or weeks with my cat who had been diagnosed with a sudden and aggressive cancer at the worst time possible in my own life & health. Although she knew better than to say it directly, her behavior was pretty clear that she assumed I wanted his pain meds for myself. That, or she didn't like that I was looking for a less costly (read: less profitable for her) solution than the one she insisted upon. Either way, instead of having a grown-up discussion about this (after maybe an 8-year-long business relationship, mind you, which had been fine up to that point) she just quit in the middle of this crisis, forcing me to make an already-devastating decision immediately that could have otherwise been delayed. I had to drive my cat to another vet to have him put to sleep the next day since I couldn't afford BOTH the new vet's required exams, etc., for new patients AND palliative treatments the week he needed them. The whole experience was so heartbreaking and traumatic that it's taken me five years to be able to write this long-overdue review without shaking. Even amid the onset of my own health crisis, I never forgot that my primary responsibility was to prevent his further suffering by whatever means I could. A vet has the same responsibility, to owners as well as pets, and to neglect it is beyond reprehensible. I have no doubt that others have had good experiences with her, but so did I, up until then. There's no excuse for the way she behaved and if she did it to me, she will do it to someone else. So please, if this is your vet, don't wait until you are in a vulnerable position with no good options, find another one now and start making the transition as soon as you can. If you aren't working with her yet, but were considering it, please spare yourself the abuse and heartache and find a different one.

Wednesday at 5 am I took my sick dog to them. Excellent care. Pricey, as all emergency visits will…read morebe. Stabilized and gave me a plan to get him back on track. Referred to a regular care vet for routine follow up care. Definitely a good choice for emergency care.

Dr. Kennedy is one of only a very small number of veterinary oncology surgeons in the country, and…read morethe only one in Central Texas. But beyond her impressive qualifications, it is her passion for her patients, kindness, and thoroughness that truly set her apart. Dr. Kennedy performed a forelimb amputation on our cat, and the surgery went exceptionally well, with no complications. Our cat recovered remarkably well within two weeks. Throughout the process, Dr. Kennedy was patient, compassionate, and never rushed. She took the time to answer all of our questions with sincerity and a reassuring smile. The entire Violet Crown team was also consistently available, responsive, and supportive during both the surgery and recovery. I sincerely hope your pet never has to go through what ours did. But if you ever need a veterinary surgical oncologist, I highly recommend Dr. Kennedy and Violet Crown Veterinary Specialists.