Services and Fees
IN-HOME PET EUTHANASIA :
$300 for Off-Peak times Tuesday-Thursday 8:30 am – 3 pm
$380 Friday thru Monday, Early Mornings (before 8:30 am) and Early Evenings (after 3:30 pm). *
Includes:
- sedation for relaxation and comfort
- lock of hair keepsake
- paw print in display case
* See below for travel fees and body aftercare options (continue scrolling down).
*Additional charges may apply for aggressive animals, certain exotic species, pets over 99 lbs., holidays (and associated holiday weekends).
*Due to high demand and challenges in scheduling, if a cancellation occurs within 4 hours of the appointment, a $100 fee will be charged and collected prior to rescheduling.
*For appointments outside our coverage area, availability is very limited. Due to extended travel times and the need to make accommodations surrounding other appointments, we do require a nonrefundable booking fee at the time of scheduling. This $160 fee would be applied to the total visit charge. Should there be a cancellation for whatever reason, we would refund all but the booking fee.
BODY AFTERCARE OPTIONS (the visiting vet will likely need assistance from someone in the home to carry to the vehicle):
CREMATION (Private)
Pet will be cremated by themselves and only his or her own ashes will be returned (in about a week).
- Up to 99 lbs: $300
- An assortment of urns are available to choose from and are included with the Private Cremation
Options for ashes return include pick up in Slingerlands (no add’l chg.) or USPS Priority Mail Express (signature required) directly from the cremation provider ($40). Delivery to your participating vet hospital may be discussed with the veterinarian.
CREMATION (Communal)
Pet will be cremated with other pets and ashes will not be returned. Beginning January 2025, communal cremains will be buried at sea in the construction of an artificial reef (https://petreefs.com/). Prior to that, communal cremains were interred at the crematory grounds, most recently in Eagle Bridge, NY.
- Up to 99 lbs: $150
Cremation prices include sales tax. The fee for pets greater than 99 lbs. varies by weight.
PICK UP FOR CREMATION
Should your pet pass at home, and you would like us to pick up for cremation, In the Comfort of Home can help:
- Standard cremation fees apply, in addition to $170 pick up fee + Travel as above + $80 evening/Fri-Mon Peak/early morning fee, if applicable.
- A paw print and optional fur clipping will be offered.
Cremation prices include sales tax.
We only come to people’s homes. We do not have a physical location for you to drop off. (You may also consider bringing your pet to your veterinary clinic, the emergency clinic or one of the humane societies for cremation)
HOME BURIAL
Pet is left with family for burial.
Please consult your local ordinances regarding this option for public and wildlife safety. Consider digging conditions, water proximity, underground utilities and long-term use of the site.
PAYMENT
May be in the form of cash, check (made payable to In the Comfort of Home), or credit card. Payment is due at the time of the visit. We are also accepting Scratchpay as a payment plan option for families (if using this option, use the link to obtain loan approval prior to the visit).
Please consult with your pet insurance company if some of these fees may be covered.
Returned check fee is $30.
Late Cancellation Fee: We require at least 4 hours notice before the scheduled appointment to avoid a $100 cancellation fee.
AFTERCARE OPTIONS
There are many aftercare options available to you that are provided by third parties. We have listed some aftercare options as a convenience to you (click here).