In Home Euthanasia
A beloved farewell in the comfort of home
When it’s time to say goodbye, many families find solace in choosing a peaceful passing at home. Our in-home euthanasia service allows your beloved pet to remain in a familiar space, surrounded by love and free from fear or discomfort.
Dr. Ken Gorczyca brings veterinary expertise and compassionate presence to every visit, offering a deeply respectful and personalized experience for both your animal companion and your family.
What's
Included
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A private, unhurried visit in your home or garden (or special location like a beach or park)
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A consultation with Dr. Ken prior to the procedure
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A peaceful, two-step euthanasia process
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Sedation and pain management to ensure comfort
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Optional ceremony and ritual to honor your pet’s life
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Transportation for aftercare (if desired)
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One digital paw print keepsake
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Life story sharing, obituary poem and song
The Beloved Farewell Approach
Every visit begins with a conversation - about your pet, your journey together, and your wishes for their passing.
Dr. Ken takes time to connect with your animal companion, ensuring they feel calm and safe.
He uses gentle sedation to help them fall into a deep, restful sleep before administering the final medication.
Most families choose to incorporate a short ceremony, poem, smudging ritual, or moment of silence.
A keepsake rose quartz heart stone is offered in remembrance of your animal companion's love.
Dr. Ken honors these moments with reverence and care, creating a sacred space for your final goodbye.
Service Area
& Pricing
In-home euthanasia is available throughout Sonoma County and by request in other Bay Area locations.
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In-home Pet Euthanasia Fees
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$575 – Pets under 30 lbs
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$675 – Pets 31–80 lbs
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$775 – Pets over 81 lbs
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Smaller pets (rabbits, guinea pigs, birds): please inquire
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Travel Fees
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Part of what makes in-home care special is meeting your pet where they are most comfortable. Because Sonoma County covers a wide area, we include a modest travel fee to honor the time and distance it takes to come to you.
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Local Visits (Russian River Valley) — No Fee
Guerneville, Monte Rio, Rio Nido, Forestville, Healdsburg, Sebastopol, Occidental, Graton, Camp Meeker, Cazadero, Duncan's Mills, and Jenner.
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Santa Rosa Plain — $50
Santa Rosa (including Bennett Valley, Oakmont, Roseland, Rincon Valley), Windsor, Rohnert Park, Cotati, Larkfield–Wikiup, and Fulton.
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Extended Sonoma & Coast — $100
Cloverdale, Glen Ellen, Kenwood, Sonoma (town), Petaluma, Bodega Bay, Freestone, Valley Ford, Sea Ranch, and Timber Cove.
Visits beyond 50 miles are available by special arrangement.
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Private Cremation
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Your pet is cremated individually and their ashes are returned to you.
Includes:
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One paw print keepsake
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Choice to pick up ashes in Napa or have them mailed to your home or office
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Additional paw print or nose print at $10 each
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Fees:
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$320 – under 30 lbs
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$350 – 31–80 lbs
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$380 – over 81 lbs
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Communal Cremation
Your pet is cremated with others, and no ashes are returned.
Ashes are respectfully scattered at Bubbling Wells Pet Memorial Park in Napa County.
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One paw print keepsake
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Additional paw print or nose print at $10 each
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Fees:
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$175 – under 30 lbs
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$200 – 31–80 lbs
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$225 – over 81 lbs
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