If you're looking for information , have more questions, would like to request an estimate, or schedule an appointment, fill out the contact us form for the fastest reply. You're welcome to text or call as well. Please keep in mind calls are resource intensive and Dr. Charlie's assistant may be helping other families at the time of your call but will get back to you as soon as possible if unable to speak right away. 

Many clients are simply looking for help determining the "When." For some assistance, see our Quality of Life Assessment.

Consider looking through our options for consultation. If you are considering an appointment for possible euthanasia you'll want to think about what you want for your pet's aftercare and urn options. 

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Once you have these decided, reach out via our contact form, text or phone (phone will be the slowest, so please be patient).

Dr. Charlie's assistant will answer what questions they can and prepare an estimate for you upon request. Payment can be completed before or at an appointment via credit card, cash or check. 

Dr. Charlie will give you a call to let you know when he's on the way. Windows of arrival are an hour (i.e., a 10:30am appointment can expect arrival between 10:30am and 11:30am). 

When he arrives, Dr. Charlie will speak with you and answer any questions or concerns you have. If euthanasia is warranted and agreed upon, he will administer pain, anxiolytic and sedative medications to help your pet relax and ensure their comfort. This relaxation typically takes between 5-10 minutes, but can be shorter or longer for some pets.

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You're welcomed to love on your pet, play a favorite song, speak or read a prayer, or simply enjoy a peaceful moment with your loved ones. Dr. Charlie will prepare a claw paw print and/or fur clipping at your request. 

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Dr. Charlie will advise you and your family once your pet is relaxed. Dr. Charlie will announce before preparing for, or proceeding with, your pet's euthanasia transition. Once this process begins, pet's will be at peace usually in about 3-5 minutes but Dr. Charlie will tell you the time of passing. 

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The appointment is flexible, but can be as short as 15 minutes. Typical appointments are about 30-40 minutes. 

If desired, Dr. Charlie will coordinate aftercare wishes, whether having your pet's ashes back to your family ("private cremation"),  group cremation (ashes mixed with other pets, typically taken to the ocean), or attempt any customizations requested.

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There are options to pick up cremains at the facilities or having them mailed to you (with tracking and signature required) or hand-delivered (fee applies and may delay your pet's return) by Dr. Charlie's or an associate.