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    5.0 (149 reviews)
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    Buddy dob: 2/2010  - 09/25/2026
    Margaret L.

    On sept 25 2026 I had to euthanize my dog of over 16 yrs was the hardest thing I ever had to do I'm so glad I went with this place the Dr was so comforting and gentle I was worried I didn't want to have it done in a dr office I wanted my dog to not be scared was surprised when I learned they did Mobil this place eased my fears thank you for making it peaceful

    I still need to place a pic of my pup.
    Monica S.

    I'm so thankful I went with Dr Charlie! He came to my home in Boyle Heights. When he first arrived my pup loved him which says a lot. He explained everything answered my concerns and guided us through the process till the end when he announced the time of death. He was so sweet he said Mister has passed over the rainbow. He gave us time to say goodbye and cry. When it was done he brought over a stretcher and placed him and covered him with a nice fluffy blanket. Strapped him in and my son and Dr Charlie carried him to the SUV. He was so sympathetic and soft spoken. He made us a small paw print. A week later I got a card. And 2 weeks later I was able to get my dog's Ashes back. Along with the urn we got a name place and a beautiful urn and 2 certificates one of euthanasia and one of cremation. Dr Charlie made the process smooth. Thank you so much.

    Carla P.

    We had to have our 16 year old Samson euthanized at the same time my mother's viewing was taking place. As you might imagine, it was not an easy time for our family. However, La Fin Veterinary made this unfortunate process as smooth as it could possibly go. After finding the phone number on Yelp, I called Melissa at about 2pm and presented Samson's symptoms and what I believed were the next best steps. She was compassionate and clear with what services La Fin offered and at what cost. She was able to help me set an appointment for Dr. Charlie to come to our home to euthanize Samson just two hours later. Dr. Charlie called when he was on his way and when he arrived, he made sure I understood every step of what was going to happen. He was technical, but not cold. In fact he held space for me to be as sad and emotional as I needed to be given the circumstances. He was efficient, but not in a rush. Dr. Charlie took the time to make a paw print and save some of Samson's fur. For payment there was an option to pay through Zelle before Dr. Charlie's visit or once Dr. Charlie was at home. It's been less than 2 weeks since we said goodbye to Samson and his urn is ready to be picked up tomorrow. Melissa sent a text 3-4 days in advance to let us know so we could prepare to pick him up. Dr. Charlie informed me that Melissa is trained to help people with grief. This is evidence that they truly understand how difficult saying goodbye to our pets/companions is and care enough to make sure they are skilled enough to support their customers.

    Luci, eating kitty kibble despite being in obvious constipation distress as She waits for the human being to get a clue (AKA Me AKA Mommy)
    Shirley D.

    Immediate contact from the La Fin Folks, assistant Kris initially, and a follow up by Dr. Charlie. I was able to express My fears & anxieties re: My kitty Luci's situation, and I received medical-esque direction on My next steps to take: I needed this, because Mr. Google can only get Me so far in the data-research silo loll. It's not easy, knowing in My heart & My gut when "it's Time"... but the La Fin Folks have been in this tunnel a bunch of times already, so They know the path to the exit. TY, Kris. TY, Dr. Charlie. Thank You, for soothing My battered heart. Closed-minded human beings would scoff & say "Nobody did anything!?" I would emphatically disagree with this assessment. You Did Everything I needed in this single moment... and I Love You for it. You are definitely worthy of the 'Good Human Being' label. God bless xox

    Malerie R.

    This was by far one of the hardest things my husband and I have had to go through. We made the decision a few days before to let go of our little guy of 15+ years. So we were on the search for a place that just felt right. Dr. Charlie made this awful experience so calm, relaxing and it all just felt right. His presence was so calming and made us feel so at ease. He gave us plenty of time to be with him before and after. We miss our guy so very much but if anyone ever has to go through this I highly recommend doing it at home and going through La Fin. Thank you La Fin for everything that you have done bringing our little guy home to us.

    Always in my heart
    Violeta L.

    Thank you, Dr. Charlie. We are deeply grateful to Dr. Charlie for the kindness and care he showed us while helping our beloved dog, Digna, pass peacefully. From the moment he arrived, he was an absolute gentleman--calm, compassionate, and deeply reassuring during an incredibly difficult time. He took the time to assess Digna with care and sensitivity, and guided us through the decision about timing with honesty and gentleness, never rushing us and never removing our sense of agency. His presence brought clarity and calm to a moment that could easily have felt overwhelming. We could not have asked for a more humane, respectful, and compassionate way to say goodbye. Thank you, Dr. Charlie, for treating Digna--and us--with such dignity.

    Sweet Frannie, you'll live forever in my heart
    Milhouse V.

    This is probably too soon, but I'll do anything to distract from the pain I'm feeling at the moment. Our beloved Frannie was 10 years old, an American staffy, and her health fell off a cliff in the last 48 hours. She was diagnosed with things we couldn't fix and the vet allowed us to take her home for one last night. I scrambled to find the right place to help me end her pain. I reached out to over a dozen in home euthanasia places in the OC through yelp. Dr. Charlie's team was the most compassionate, most honest, most flexible people I talked to. I kept changing my mind about when I wanted them to come, I couldn't make a decision until finally, I decided to let her go this morning. The whole time, their team was responsive and understanding via text, gently walking me through every step. You and your beloved pet won't be in better hands than Dr. Charlie's. I always feared the end of my Frannie's life, but I'm so grateful that La Fin veterinary made it such a beautiful, peaceful experience for all of us. We let her move on with so much dignity and peace that the pain of losing her is very much lessened. I won't ever be able to thank you enough, Dr. Charlie. Thank you so, so much. We had enough time to kiss our girl goodbye and tell her how much we loved her. I feel at peace. I'll probably still cry for a long time but I feel lucky that my last memories of her are beautiful ones. Thank you for that gift, Dr. Charlie.

    Eric Y.

    I'm forever grateful for the care, compassion, and kindness Dr. Charlie and his team showed me and my dog, Dodger at one of the toughest moments any animal lover can face. If you ever find yourself in the heartbreaking situation where you need to say goodbye to a furry friend, I do very much recommend Dr. Charlie. His warmth and gentle manner are extremely evident and you know that both you and your pet will be comfortable and well cared for throughout the process. Thank you again for your help!

    Memorial with clay paw print
    Regina I.

    This was my second time with Dr. Charlie. Going through this experience again reminded me this was the best way to cherish my fur baby -- in the comfort of her home, with her favorite blanket while surrounded by loved ones. Just like before, Dr. Charlie was very patient and understanding throughout the experience. He made sure we were all comfortable and shared the process of what's happening. This time around, I had more time to prepare for my senior cat. We got rotisserie chicken and flowers, played calming music, and put together a photo slideshow where we talked about our favorite memories. Ashley loved the chicken, of course. I laid Ashley on her favorite soft blanket by the sun. Dr. Charlie began taking a clay paw print and explained each step. Once she passed, I set flowers around her bed and then put the flowers in vases to create a memorial. Reflecting on this hard decision a few days later, I realize this is the best goodbye we could provide for our cat. She was comfortable and surrounded by love with her favorite people. She was not scared, in pain or struggling, or alone. This was difficult but peaceful in the end.

    Paw print with Bongo's name.

    I am so heartbroken, having to put my sweet Bongo down today. Dr.Charlie was so wonderful. He definitely made a hard process a little easier. He was kind and patient and attentive to my sweet boy. I have to say that the paw print we received was amazing. If you have to make one of the hardest decisions ever, I highly recommend La Fin Vet and Dr. Charlie. From the quick response for a quote to Dr.Charlie's compassion, they were wonderful throughout the process. Thank You

    Saying goodbye to our Max was the hardest thing we've ever had to do, but Dr. Charlie and Renee made it so much easier. They were able to accommodate a same-day appointment at 3 pm, which we scheduled at 9 am. However, Max began to decline so quickly. They were able to move our appointment up to 12:30 pm, which was a huge relief. Dr. Charlie was a calming presence, explaining the process in an honest, but supportive, way. We were even able to hear Max bark for the last time (after not having barked in weeks) when Dr. Charlie knocked on the door! Max left us peacefully with no signs of pain or struggle. Dr. Charlie gave us some time alone with him and came back with the basket, which was presented beautifully. He had also taken Max's paw print and fur clippings at no extra cost. We truly cannot thank Dr. Charlie and team more for being the positive in a terrible situation.

    John H.

    Deciding to let go of my soul dog, my best friend of 15 years was one of the most difficult and agonizing decisions in my life. I greatly appreciate Dr. Charlie and his team for their compassionate care and support. If you need this kind of service I recommend them.

    Our sweet boy Redd

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    Ask the Community - La Fin Veterinary

    How much does it cost?

    Hello, this is Kris, an assistant at La Fin Veterinary, where we focus on mobile end of life care.… 

    Does La Fin Veterinary do in-home euthanasia?

    Yes they do. I highly recommend them for when you have to make the horrible decision for your fur baby. 😢

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    Review Highlights - La Fin Veterinary

    “Charlie, Melissa and Kris are kind, patient and understanding of the pet parents feelings as well as the pets.”

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    I lost my best friend Friday, July 17, 2026. His name is Ziggy. It was 730 at night and I had no…read moreidea what I was going to do. Ziggy had just passed away in my arms at home. When I reached out to rainbow Bridge, they were so sweet and kind and I felt at ease just talking to them. They told me they would give me as much time as I wanted and they would come pick up Ziggy. On Thursday, July 23 they delivered my baby back to me and everything they did was perfect. His certificate, his cremation his paw prints his fur they paid such attention to details. I can't thank you both enough for giving me some peace knowing that my baby was in the right hands. Love Tricia&Ziggy

    Franciny and Gelver were wonderful when my dog Mochi passed. She passed around 11pm at home and I…read morewasn't sure what to do... I found Rainbow Bridge and after a few hours I called them around 3am and Franciny answered right away. She was so compassionate and listened to me and comforted me over the phone. For pricing it is dependent on the weight and size of your dog, my ~20lb dog being $300 for the pickup, cremation, urn and ashes, and drop off with a clay keepsake of your pets paws. Gelver picked up Mochi a few hours later and it was a quick process. He was able to carry her from my house to the van and we had a long conversation before he drove off, and had lots of care and compassion. He brought Mochi's ashes back less than a week later (on Thanksgiving week) in a wooden urn with a clay keepsake of her paws. I ordered an extra clay keepsake for $35 . I really appreciated that they pick up and drop off, and Gelver was very kind and gentle and was such a hard worker. You can tell these two have much love for pets. Both of them emphasized to me that they don't have kids but have dogs all of who are old seniors so they know the love of pets.

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    I definitely recommend this place to anyone who has lost a beloved pet. I had never experienced…read morelosing a pet before, and losing our fur baby Lily was one of the hardest days of my life. I didn't know what to do or who to call. I first contacted another place, but unfortunately, they weren't very helpful and didn't offer much guidance or even condolences. Then I found this place, and I'm so grateful I did. A sweet girl named Zaira was so kind and helpful. She took the time to explain everything they offered and answered all my questions. Right away, I felt comfortable and, in such a difficult moment, I felt some comfort knowing Lily was in good hands. They picked up our Lily whenever we were ready, and everyone we spoke with was so kind and respectful. I also really loved the urn they provided for her. It was beautiful and something we will always cherish. Thank you so much to Zaira and the entire staff for treating Lily and our family with such kindness during one of the hardest moments we've ever experienced. I truly appreciate everything you did for us.

    We had such a wonderful experience with Gentle Journey during an incredibly difficult time for our…read morefamily. Their service was exceptional--empathetic, compassionate, and professional from beginning to end. I especially appreciated that they are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and offer a convenient pickup service. During such a heartbreaking time, they were incredibly understanding of our grief and never once made us feel rushed, especially when it came to payment. They gave us the time and space we needed to mourn our beloved pet. The urn they created for us was beautiful and included so many thoughtful touches. It was clear that they truly cared about honoring our pet and helping our family through the process. I highly recommend Gentle Journey. They treated our pet and our family with such kindness and compassion, and we are very grateful we trusted them during such a difficult time.

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    Our Yorkie London passed away on August 25, 2026. We received a couple of pet crematory…read morerecommendations from Paws Cause, and this was one of them. This was the best place for us. We were able to drop her off by 10:00 a.m. that same morning. They had a bed ready for her, and we were able to witness her cremation the very next day. When we returned on August 26 for the viewing, the setup exceeded our expectations. London was on the same bed with a blanket over her and looked peaceful. We had about 30 minutes with her and were never rushed. After the cremation, we received her ashes an hour and a half later. Everyone we met was compassionate and helpful. We would not hesitate to use them again.

    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.

    Artemis Pet Cremation Services

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    We found Artemis Pet cremation services through yelp because our Snake's name was Artemis, so we…read morethought this was meant to be. The intake process was relatively smooth. They charge extra for after hours past 5:30pm, so keep that in mind.. but they were responsive. I think this company is a subsidiary of another, because the person doing intake referred to their company as rose cremations. We were a bit frustrated with their services after the initial intake. They said that the entire process would take 5-7 days and that they would call us to schedule a drop-off or pickup. That didn't happen. We gave it time, called about 20 days later, and tried to coordinate a pickup time - less availability than when initially booking their services. The day of pickup, we were scheduled for 4:30pm. I arrived 5 mins early, gave the front door a ring, and nobody showed so I gave them a call. The lady assured me they would be 5 minutes out. I wait.. 5, then 10, then 15. I eventually call Constantine directly and he gives me the real time he'll arrive. I would have appreciated the lady being honest vs. padding the time so that we could organize our own day better. Ultimately, we all have a lot going on in our lives. I get it. I would hope that for end of life arrangements though, that whoever we entrust with those responsibilities is more dependable and considerate. I hope our story changes that.

    This review is long overdue, but finding the right words while still grieving hasn't been easy. I'm…read moreincredibly thankful for the services your team provides. The respect and understanding you showed during such a difficult time meant so much. Being able to call and have my dog Bella picked up the night she passed brought a sense of relief in the midst of all the emotions my family and I were experiencing. Having your business available 24/7 is truly a blessing, especially when her passing was so sudden and I didn't know where to turn for help. I received her ashes quickly, and it brought me comfort to finally bring her back home. I'm just very grateful for the care and compassion you put into your work. Thank you so much.

    Precious Pet Cremations - Custom engraved cedar urn & bamboo paw prints

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    I wish I could give 10 stars…read more I can't say enough good things about Oliver and Precious Pet Cremations. When my 9 year old son's pet, Sam, passed away, it was the first time he had ever experienced losing a pet. We have other pets, but Sam was special to him, and my son really wanted to have him cremated so we could keep him with us. I honestly had no idea what to do or what the process was. From the moment we met Oliver, he made a really difficult situation so much easier. He is such a people person and you can tell he genuinely cares. He was incredibly sweet and patient with my son, answered every single one of his questions, and treated Sam with so much care and respect. He never made us feel rushed and made my son feel comfortable during something that was really hard for him. We truly miss Sam, but thanks to Oliver, we now have his remains with us forever. That means more to our family than I can explain. Oliver, thank you for the compassion you showed my son and for taking such good care of Sam. This is an amazing service run by someone who truly cares about people and their pets. If I could give 10 stars, I absolutely would. I highly recommend Precious Pet Cremations to anyone who has lost a beloved pet and wants them treated with dignity, kindness, and care.

    While I am not ecstatic I came to be in need of these services, I'm so grateful I chose Precious…read morePets for the job! Oliver was incredibly kind, detail oriented, and treated me with dignity throughout the entire process. Not even 15 hours after my rabbit passing, I was able to bring her in for cremation and urn/keepsake consultation. Oliver takes his work seriously and it is reflected in the product and his service. The prices are extremely reasonable and I am extremely satisfied with the quality of all the keepsakes I received: wooden urn w/engraving and photo, bamboo paw print, and fur jar. Within two weeks, my bunny is back home in her new form. Oliver kept me posted every step of the way and I'm so happy I chose him for this! While I hope I don't see him any time soon for my other pets, I will 100% be utilizing his services again and referring all to Precious Pets Cremations! Thank you again :')

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