Frequently Asked Questions

Every appointment will vary depending on you and your pet’s needs. However, a brief discussion and exam may occur so the doctor can answer any questions you may have. All pets will receive sedation to relieve pain and allow for relaxation. Once fully sedated, a second medication will be administered in which the pet will pass without pain. If cremation is elected, your pet will go with the doctor after the appointment to be transferred to the crematory’s care.

Yes. Prior to an appointment please let us know if there are specific triggers or actions to avoid when working with your pet. We are more than willing to work with pets that make be reactive, but it is always good to know ahead of time so we can have a plan to limit stress and fear of your pet. We strive to use fear-free techniques that would eliminate the use of a muzzle, however if all techniques are exhausted a muzzle may be necessary and provided to keep everyone safe.

We partner with Final Gift crematory in Oxford, CT for all private and communal traditional flame cremations.

Aquamation services offering water-based cremation is coming soon.

Private cremation: Your pet will be cremated by themselves, so ashes can be returned to you.

Communal cremation: Your pet will be cremated with other pets. Ashes will not be returned to you. At this time, all communal pet ashes are transferred to PetReefs where their ashes will be utilized to make coral reef ecosystems and laid to rest at sea. More information may be found at: petreefs.com

We do not offer routine veterinary care such as vaccines, diagnostics, or therapeutic treatments at this time.