A pet’s passing is one of the hardest things pet families ever experience. Because it is so hard, it deserves the most loving, kind attention possible.

We lovingly provide in-home pet euthanasia, hospice and palliative care, acupuncture, and respectful body care.

We are locally, independently owned and operated by Dr. Stephanie Kotas. Our practice strives to provide the care and resources to improve your pet’s life, even in the face of disease, aging, and pain. Additionally, we are committed to giving your beloved pet a gentle, respectful passing in your home when the time is as right as possible.

Our Services

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In-Home Pet Euthanasia

We all hope for a peaceful, quiet passing for our pets in their home, in their sleep, and surrounded by those who love them — a home pet euthanasia with Journey Home Vet can provide this experience.

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In-Home Pet Hospice & Palliative Care & Pain Management

Any pet with a life or quality of life- threatening disease or condition may benefit from a hospice or palliative care plan–we want to give more good days to our best companions in the comfort of their favorite place — home!

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Pet Aftercare

We provide gentle, loving care for your beloved pet’s body. We offer traditional flame based cremation & water based aquamation using our trusted partners in conjunction with our in-home euthanasia services. Should your pet pass at home, your loved one will be gently transported directly from home for cremation.

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Quality of Life Consultations

Navigating the final decisions of your beloved’s pets can be scary, overwhelming, and emotional. Dr. Stephanie and Journey Home can help ease this decision by offering comprehensive quality of life discussions, working through your pet’s unique challenges and your concerns.

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Acupuncture, Laser, & Other Treatments

Dr. Stephanie’s training in acupuncture and hospice and palliative care offers a balance of Western medicine and therapies, knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine, & the compassionate support of treating pets in pain and suffering from various medical conditions, all while providing emotional and practical support to families.

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Pet Cremation Pick Up Service

A pet dying at home unexpectedly can be extremely upsetting and stressful. We at Journey Home are here to help support, love, and respectfully manage your beloved pet’s body for cremation. Both communal or individual cremation are available, as well as flame based or water based cremation options.

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Dr. Stephanie was calm, kind, gentle, patient, respectful, and comforting as she lead us through one of our hardest days as a family. She treated our dog with dignity and our family with compassion and I would recommend her services to everyone having to say goodbye to their pet.

— LINDSEY T.

Best experience possible considering the circumstances. Dr. Stephanie was kind, compassionate and so patient with us… I am forever thankful we could say goodbye in Magoo’s home surrounded by the people and things he loved most. It made this difficult decision easier to handle.

— MELINDA S.