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At Home Euthanasia

One-third of pet parents want their vet clinic to offer in-home euthanasia. When your clients book with CodaPet, we keep you informed every step along the way.

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How we support your clients

Pet parents often face urgent decisions when it comes to their pet's end-of-life care. CodaPet helps by offering same-day and next-day appointments, ensuring families can provide a peaceful goodbye at home with a trusted veterinarian.

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Pet parents can conveniently schedule euthanasia appointments online, with availability as soon as today or tomorrow.

Call us at (833) 263-2738

24/7 Phone Support

Our dedicated care team guides pet parents through the process with warmth and understanding, easing their stress

Call us at (833) 263-2738

Request urgent appointments when pet’s are declining fast

If a pet’s condition worsens suddenly, we accommodate urgent requests, ensuring timely and compassionate care.

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Pre-appointment quality of life scale

We provide a Quality of Life Assessment to help pet parents evaluate their pet’s well-being before making a decision. This thoughtful resource offers guidance, helping them determine the right time for a peaceful goodbye.

Quality of life scale

How we support you

Notices of Euthanasia

We will notify you after we see any client of yours, with details to update your logs

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Handwritten sympathy cards

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We will ship you materials for your clients to take home

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Dr. Sohaib

Licensed Veterinarian, 11 yrs experience

(5) reviews

Dr. Sohaib is a compassionate and dedicated in-home pet euthanasia veterinarian based in Fresno. With a deep love and respect for animals, Dr. [Your Name] has made it their mission to provide comfort and support to pets and their families during their most challenging moments.

Dr. Karen Whala

Licensed Veterinarian, 8 yrs experience

(210) reviews

Dr. Karen Whala has always had a soft spot for the older pets she’s treated in practice, and saw a need for beloved pets to pass peacefully at home rather than in a clinic setting. To that end, she started Peaceful Passing in 2018 to help families assist their terminally ill, injured, or suffering pets as they transition from life in the Fresno and Clovis areas. She finds that pets are so much more relaxed and peaceful when they pass at home, and it is truly a gift owners give their furry friends. Dr. Whala grew up in the Eastern foothills of Fresno County in the small towns of Dunlap and Miramonte. She obtained her Bachelors of Science degree in Animal Science and Management at UC Davis. During her youth, she operated a children’s petting zoo and traveled to schools, birthday parties and library functions educating children on animal care. Her animals included everything from iguanas and ducklings to lambs and frogs, and it was during these formative pet-owning years that she decided to become a veterinarian.In 2006, Dr. Whala graduated with her veterinary degree from UC Davis. She began practicing at a local area mixed animal practice and worked with dairy cattle, horses, dogs and cats and later transitioned to small animals exclusively. She took a few years break from private practice, during which she earned a Masters in Public Health and Board Certification in Veterinary Preventive Medicine. When Dr. Whala returned to private practice, it was to start Peaceful Passing. Dr. Whala lives in Fresno and keeps busy working at a local clinic part-time, helping families assist in the peaceful passing of their pets, volunteering with Pathfinders (a boys and girls club), backpacking, and hosting friends in her home. ‍

Dr. James Thorman

Licensed Veterinarian, 4 years yrs experience

(3) reviews

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Dr. Valentina Dumitrescu

Licensed Veterinarian, 10 yrs experience

(0) reviews

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Dr. Asha Fraizer

Licensed Veterinarian, 24 yrs experience

(0) reviews

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Dr. Kevin Lerash

Licensed Veterinarian, yrs experience

(0) reviews

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Dr. Claudia Derevlean

Licensed Veterinarian, 15 yrs experience

(0) reviews

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Dr. Mitesh Shah

Licensed Veterinarian, 10 yrs experience

(31) reviews

Dr. Mitesh Shah has been caring for animals as long as he can remember. Starting young with his family's many pets, and further with his involvement in 5-H through his teen years. In 2007 he graduated from UC Berkeley with a degree in Integrative Biology, and went on to receive his veterinary degree in 2013 from the University of Glasgow School of Veterinary Medicine. He has practiced in small animal clinical settings throughout California since 2013, and locally since moving to Fresno in 2018. As a veterinarian Dr. Shah is passionate about alleviating suffering, and believes that although saying goodbye to our furry companions is one of the hardest acts a pet parent goes through, it is also one of the greatest gifts we can give to our pets. During his first year out of vet school Dr. Shah worked in a busy practice that awarded him the opportunity to provide in home hospice care and euthanasia. He found these house calls very rewarding, knowing that the animal had passed peacefully in the comfort of their home, surrounded by their loved ones. Dr. Shah lives in Fresno with his wife, dog, cat, and young son. He continues to work part-time at a local small animal hospital, and enjoys gardening, hiking, and time with his family on his days off. ‍

Dr. Hamza Ishaq

Licensed Veterinarian, 11 yrs experience

(10) reviews

Dr. Hamza Ishaq was raised in the suburbs of NYC in New York. She knew from a young age that she desired to work with animals when older and worked hard to accomplish this. She pursued an undergraduate degree in Animal Science at Cornell University (2009) in New York, followed by a graduate degree in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) at the University of Florida in Gainesville (2014). Dr. Gersten enjoys being a veterinarian and has completed additional advanced certifications in holistic medicine (Veterinary Acupuncture and Chinese medicine), dentistry, and canine rehabilitation (physical therapy) so that she can increase her success when treating patients. She currently focuses on wellness and preventative care with a goal of improving patient experiences and reducing fear at the vet. In her free time, Dr. Gersten enjoys taking her dog Marty McFly to the park, thrifting for vintage and antique treasures, trying out new restaurants in the area, and spending time with her family, friends, and pets (she has one dog and three cats!) Dr. Gersten is excited to be joining the Codapet team and to be able to offer affordable end-of-life veterinary care in the familiarity of a pet’s own home. With Dr. Gersten’s compassion, experience, and kindness, your furry child will have an easy transition to Rainbow Bridge.

Dr. Kyle Watkins

Licensed Veterinarian, 15 yrs experience

(0) reviews

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Dr. Gary Hsia

Licensed Veterinarian, 10 years yrs experience

(149) reviews

Dr. Gary graduated from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 2010. After graduation, he married Dr. Bethany and they moved west. Gary spent a year at a mixed animal practice in Oregon before moving to Fresno where he worked at All Creatures Veterinary Clinic from 2011-2021. Gary grew up constantly learning and finding ways to help others. He loved everything animal related, whether it was watching wildlife or visiting pet stores. His parents allowed him to have a variety of pets growing up from hamsters, fish, parakeets to iguanas... as long as they did not need live food. Dr. Gary believes precious memories with your pet should never be overshadowed by a stressful goodbye. He has first hand experience the stress from saying goodbye to his first dog Willy at the clinic, and since then being able to say goodbye to two other dogs at home. That is why a peaceful passing is so important.In his free time Dr. Gary enjoys family time working around his small hobby farm, watching sports and hiking around the Sierras.

Dr. Hamza

Licensed Veterinarian, yrs experience

(0) reviews

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Ayza Hamid

Licensed Veterinarian, 4 years yrs experience

(16) reviews

a dedicated veterinarian with a passion for helping pets live healthier, happier lives. With expertise in preventive care, diagnostics, and compassionate treatment

Dr. Olivia Gilleland

Licensed Veterinarian, 6 yrs experience

(0) reviews

A very good vet

Danish latif

Licensed Veterinarian, 6 years yrs experience

(26) reviews

a dedicated veterinarian with a passion for helping pets live healthier, happier lives. With expertise in preventive care, diagnostics, and compassionate treatment Dr. Danish has always held a deep compassion for senior and ailing pets, recognizing early in her career the profound need for these beloved companions to pass peacefully at home, surrounded by the people who love them most. In 2018, she founded Peaceful Passing to provide in-home euthanasia services for families in the Fresno and Clovis areas—helping pets transition with dignity, comfort, and grace. Dr. Danish believes that a peaceful goodbye at home is one of the most meaningful gifts an owner can give. In her experience, pets are noticeably more at ease in the familiar surroundings of their home, and she is honored to support both animals and their families during such a tender time. A native of Fresno County, Dr. Karen grew up in the foothill communities of Dunlap and Miramonte. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Animal Science and Management from UC Davis, where her passion for animal care began to flourish. As a young entrepreneur, she operated a mobile petting zoo that visited schools, birthday parties, and libraries, using her unique menagerie—from iguanas and frogs to ducklings and lambs—to teach children about responsible animal care. He went on to earn her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from UC Davis in 2006 and began her career in mixed animal practice, treating dairy cattle, horses, dogs, and cats. Later, she shifted her focus exclusively to companion animals. During a break from private practice, she pursued a Master’s in Public Health and became board-certified in Veterinary Preventive Medicine—broadening her expertise and deepening her commitment to community well-being. Dr. Danish now resides in Fresno (though she dreams of returning to country life), where she continues to provide gentle end-of-life care for pets, volunteer with Pathfinders youth ministry, backpack in the Sierras, and warmly welcome friends into his home.

Dr. Bethany Hsia

Licensed Veterinarian, 20a yrs experience

(43) reviews

Dr. Bethany graduated from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 2010 where she met Dr. Gary. After graduation, they got married and moved west. Bethany spent a year at a small animal exclusive practice in Washington state, where she was first introduced to in-home euthanasia. She gravitated towards helping pet parents and their pets in their last moments, when it seemed other doctors did not find an interest.Growing up, Bethany had many childhood pets and occasionally tended injured wildlife. The ability to calm and comfort animals seemed to come naturally to her. Dr. Bethany believes a peaceful passing is the last gift we give our pets and that it’s a gift best given at home.In her spare time Dr. Bethany enjoys reading and running. Although her favorite time is spent together with her husband and their young children.

Seed Calendar Vet

Licensed Veterinarian, yrs experience

(0) reviews

Dr Sumit kumar

Licensed Veterinarian, 4 years yrs experience

(16) reviews

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Dr. Gary was so very kind and compassionate. We got to be with our cat, Daisy, in one of her favorite spots of our home. Dr. Gary gave took us through the process, then gave us the time we needed with Daisy before he administered the sedative, then again before he administered the final shot, and after. We got to cuddle with her the whole time. He took Daisy's body away and his wife returned with her ashes. The company that they work with included two river rocks with Daisy's name on them that were with her when she was cremated and are a perfect size to hold in your hand. We also got the keepsake of Daisy's paw in clay, which was very nicely done, however we wouldn't get that again as it doesn't look like her paw to us (due to the nature of how much bigger a paw looks when pressed into clay). We liked the inked paw prints on a card that Daisy and I made together the day before. We very much appreciate how patient, kind, and compassionate Dr. Gary was and that this service was available for our beloved cat.

5.0

Jul 20 2023 by Kim F

Karen was very professional and sensitive to our needs. It was a tremendously difficult experience for us, but we’re confident we made the right choice.

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Aug 21 2023 by C Woolf

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5.0

Jun 20 2025 by Syed S.

Making the decision to euthanize our beloved Ozzy who could no longer walk was devastating. Dr. Karen was extremely kind, compassionate, and reassuring. She is truly an angel here on earth.

5.0

Aug 10 2023 by Cindy B.

Dr. Marlene is one in a million. Our 15 year old Tibetan Terrier had Canine Cognitive Dysfunction. She came to our home and was calm , sympathetic , and professional . She has a way that makes a person feel ok in such a terrible situation. She did not rush us . She explained in detail how and what to expect during the process. She gave us as much time as we needed to spend our last minutes with “ Bentley “ . You could not find a Veterinarian better to help you through this horrible part of life. We will be forever grateful to her .

5.0

Sep 27 2024 by hamza i.

This was our first time going through something like this with a pet let alone as a family. The comfort it put us and the time it allowed us to be with our dog in his last moments made this a very great experience. We loved Diesel so much and it made me happy to know he passed with us around him and in the comfort of his own home. Thank you

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Aug 08 2023 by Diesel R

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Jun 20 2025 by danish l.

Working as a veterinarian with Codapet isn’t just a job — it’s a calling rooted deeply in compassion, empathy, and a strong desire to ease both physical pain and emotional distress. Codapet’s mission to provide in-home pet euthanasia services offers a much-needed alternative for pet owners who want to say goodbye to their beloved animals in the comfort of home. Behind every appointment, every goodbye, and every story, there’s a vet making that experience possible with sensitivity, medical professionalism, and emotional strength. Building Comfort in the Most Difficult Moments For most Codapet vets, the biggest differentiator from traditional clinic practice is the environment in which they operate. Home visits allow pets to stay in a familiar space surrounded by the people who love them most. Vets quickly learn that every home is different — some are filled with quiet tears and soft goodbyes, while others are full of children asking questions or elderly owners who need extra time and reassurance. The vet walks into each situation knowing they’re not just there for a medical procedure; they’re a guide through one of the hardest decisions a pet parent can face. This means managing clinical needs, like dosing and sedation protocols, alongside the emotional dynamics of a grieving family. The combination of these elements requires a very specific skill set — one that goes beyond the typical veterinary toolbox. The Emotional Weight of the Role Many Codapet vets describe this work as both deeply fulfilling and emotionally intense. On one hand, they feel honored to be trusted during such a sacred moment. On the other, providing euthanasia services, sometimes multiple times in a day, can be emotionally exhausting. Burnout is a real concern in veterinary medicine overall, but especially in end-of-life care. However, Codapet vets often report a sense of peace in knowing they are helping both pets and families by providing a more compassionate alternative to clinic euthanasia. The ability to offer comfort — not just physical relief to the animal, but emotional support to the family — brings a level of meaning to the work that sustains many through the tough days. Some vets develop small personal rituals to help cope — lighting a candle after a visit, taking a walk, or writing in a journal. Others lean on the Codapet community of professionals who truly understand the highs and lows of the work. This sense of shared purpose, and the knowledge that their work really matters, is a powerful motivator. Scheduling, Autonomy, and Flexibility Another unique part of being a Codapet vet is the autonomy. Unlike traditional clinic settings that can feel rushed and rigid, Codapet vets have the freedom to set their own schedules, allowing for better work-life balance. This flexibility is especially important for those who are parents, have personal medical needs, or want to practice part-time. This autonomy also extends to how they manage visits. While Codapet provides protocols and support, vets are trusted to adapt to the specific needs of each case. They decide how to communicate with families, how much time to spend during each appointment, and how to create a peaceful environment. That said, with freedom comes responsibility. Codapet vets need to be self-disciplined, organized, and emotionally self-aware. They also need to be excellent communicators, capable of navigating complex emotional terrain while maintaining a sense of calm and confidence. The Impact of Aftercare Options One of the more practical aspects of the Codapet vet’s role involves understanding and offering aftercare options. Vets need to explain cremation choices, keepsakes (like paw prints or fur clippings), and sometimes assist with transportation of the pet if chosen. These steps, while technical in nature, are part of the grieving process for the family. Having a clear understanding of these options — and being able to present them in a gentle, respectful way — is critical. It’s also important that vets are equipped to answer questions and manage expectations. Codapet provides training, resources, and even vet community forums to ensure all team members feel supported in these logistical parts of the visit. Collaboration and Support Though Codapet vets often work independently, they are far from alone. A strong backend team supports them — from scheduling and logistics to customer service and technical troubleshooting. Vets also have access to a growing online community of peers through Codapet, where they can share experiences, ask clinical questions, and support one another. Vets frequently collaborate with local pet hospitals, crematories, and other Codapet professionals to ensure smooth coordination. This spirit of teamwork means a lot — especially when unexpected situations arise, like a pet passing before the vet arrives or families requesting urgent same-day appointments. Having a responsive operations team, local coordinators, and helpful tech tools (like the Codapet calendar or appointment dashboard) makes the process more efficient and reduces stress on the vet’s side. This smooth coordination allows vets to focus on what matters most — compassionate care. Continuous Learning and Growth Codapet vets aren’t static professionals; they are constantly evolving. Many choose to further their training in grief counseling, communication skills, or palliative care. Codapet encourages this growth by offering educational resources and periodically updating protocols based on the latest best practices in veterinary euthanasia. By working in such an emotionally nuanced field, vets also grow personally. They become more patient, empathetic, and resilient — qualities that serve them not just in their profession, but in their own lives and relationships. The Bigger Picture At its core, Codapet’s mission is about changing the way pet euthanasia is experienced — making it more humane, more peaceful, and more aligned with what pets and their families truly need. The vets are the beating heart of that mission. Without their expertise, compassion, and professionalism, the service wouldn’t exist. Each Codapet vet is helping reshape the standard of end-of-life care. They’re educating families about their options, empowering them to make informed choices, and offering a level of compassion that lingers long after the appointment ends. Final Thoughts Being a vet with Codapet is unlike any other veterinary role. It combines clinical skill with emotional intelligence, personal freedom with deep responsibility, and solo work with a strong sense of community. While the work is challenging, it is also profoundly rewarding. For many vets, Codapet has reignited their passion for veterinary medicine by reminding them why they entered the field in the first place: to care, to heal, and to be present when it matters most.

4.0

Aug 06 2025 by danish l.

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