In-Home Euthanasia

Currently only scheduling euthanasias for active patients
(I’m typically scheduling out a couple weeks and have rare short notice openings.)

How do I know it may be time?

Quality of Life Scale page

How do I make an appointment?

Please contact us via text (425) 231-0227 or email to make an appointment.  If your pet is actively under our care, you may use the Appointment Request form to schedule an appointment or email may be sent directly to Crittercalls@yahoo.com .  Please feel free to text or email us anytime.

How much advance notice do I need to schedule a home euthanasia?

As our schedule is often full each day, please plan (as much as possible) in advance if you can. We make all efforts to accommodate the needs of each family and pet. Our primary goal is to help people and their pets at this difficult time, so please contact us no matter what the situation.

How much does a home euthanasia cost and what methods of payment do you accept?
 
The travel fee is $70-$90 depending on location (map). The euthanasia fee is $290.

Payment is due at time of service and we accept checks, credit cards and cash.

If, after your pet is evaluated, we decide to postpone the procedure in favor of alternate treatment options, your costs will include the travel fee and the $70 consult fee in addition to the chosen treatments.

How is the euthanasia done?
 
It is our commitment to make euthanasia as stress-free and painless as possible.  A potent sedative and pain medication is administered in a single injection.  Within 5-10 minutes, the medication takes effect and the pet is relaxed and comfortable; most pets will be completely sedated and non-responsive at that point.  When the pet and their family are ready, a concentrated euthanasia solution is administered in a completely painless intravenous injection.  Within a minute or two after the euthanasia solution is given, your pet will peacefully and quietly pass away.

Please note that we feel it is important to give pets and their owners as much time as they need during this very emotional and difficult time.  While occasionally we sense and respect that some owner’s preference is to complete the procedure expeditiously, we carefully evaluate the family’s comfort level at each step of this process, and are prepared to take as much time as is needed so that no one ever feels that they are rushed to say goodbye.

All euthanasia procedures are done by a veterinarian.  In home euthanasia may only be performed by a licensed veterinarian with a current DEA license.
 

What are my options regarding my pet’s remains after euthanasia?
 
We can assist you in making the right choice for your family.  We will discuss aftercare options when making the appointment.  Dr. Robinett is not equipped to transport your pet.  Options include burial in a cemetery or at home, and private or communal cremation.  You can transport to a pet cremation facility, to a local vet clinic or to the Everett Animal Shelter yourself for cremation services. You may also contact local cremation services for personal home pick-up and cremation. Heartfelt Memories offers pick-up from your home and transport for cremation.