CodaPet adds Philadelphia veterinarian for in-home pet euthanasia

CodaPet has expanded its in-home pet euthanasia network in Philadelphia by adding licensed veterinarian Dr. Tiffany Duffy. The move broadens access for pet owners in Philadelphia, Lower Bucks County and nearby Montgomery County who want end-of-life care at home.

Why it matters: - CodaPet’s expansion gives Philadelphia-area pet owners another option for end-of-life care at home. - In-home euthanasia can reduce stress for pets and families by avoiding clinic visits, car rides and waiting rooms. - The service also gives families more privacy, control and time to say goodbye.

What happened: - CodaPet added licensed veterinarian Dr. Tiffany Duffy to expand in-home pet euthanasia services in Philadelphia. - Dr. Duffy plans to serve pets and pet parents in Philadelphia and surrounding areas. - The company says the service is designed to let pets pass at home, surrounded by loved ones.

The details: - Dr. Duffy will serve Bensalem, Levittown, Bristol, Feasterville-Trevose, Southampton, Newtown, Yardley and surrounding communities in Lower Bucks County. - Her service area also includes Northeast Philadelphia and nearby parts of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. - Pet parents can book in-home euthanasia through CodaPet’s website. - Before the appointment, the veterinarian contacts the family to answer questions and review the pet’s diagnosis. - The veterinarian also applies a quality-of-life assessment to help confirm the need for euthanasia. - The visit averages about one hour. - The euthanasia procedure itself lasts about 15 minutes. - The veterinarian waits until everyone is ready before starting. - CodaPet can also help arrange transportation and cremation aftercare. - Aftercare and cremation start at $50 and vary based on driving distance, pet size and whether the family chooses private or communal cremation. - In-home euthanasia in Philadelphia starts at $370. - CodaPet says its network now supports at-home pet euthanasia services in more than 100 cities. - The company’s public contact options include the full service website and a veterinarian information page at more information for vets.

Between the lines: - Dr. Karen Whala, a CodaPet co-founder, said families often feel gratitude and relief after being able to give a pet this kind of goodbye. - Dr. Duffy’s background in Philadelphia and her work with shelters and rescues fit CodaPet’s local-network model. - The company is trying to make a difficult decision feel less clinical and more controlled for families facing grief.

What's next: - CodaPet is likely to keep expanding its veterinarian network into additional markets. - Families in the Philadelphia region can now schedule in-home euthanasia through the company’s booking process. - Veterinarians interested in offering the service can learn more through CodaPet’s veterinarian page.