In-Home Euthanasia
$475
Includes an in-home visit by the veterinarian, gentle sedation to keep your pet comfortable, and a peaceful euthanasia procedure in the comfort of your home.
Chicago in-home veterinary end-of-life care
Gentle In-Home Pet Euthanasia in Chicago
Compassionate end-of-life care in the comfort of home, so your pet can remain in a familiar place surrounded by the people who love them.
- Licensed veterinarian
- In-home euthanasia and hospice support
- Cremation and aftercare coordination
- Serving Chicago and nearby suburbs
By appointmentAftercare options availableTravel fees may apply outside central Chicago
This service is not for active emergencies. If your pet is in immediate distress, contact a 24/7 emergency veterinary hospital. See FAQs
Simple, Transparent Pricing
We confirm all costs before your appointment, including any travel or aftercare fees.
Hospice Care
$210
Includes a quality-of-life assessment, pain and comfort discussion, and a personalized comfort care plan for your pet.
Telehealth consultation: Free
Aftercare
- Communal cremation$150-$200
- Private cremation (ashes returned)$300-$400
We coordinate aftercare options and explain each choice clearly before scheduling.
Pricing may vary based on location, pet size, timing, and aftercare selection.
Not sure what your pet needs?
Use our guided Pet Quality of Life Survey to help understand your pet's comfort and decide whether hospice support or an in-home goodbye may be appropriate.
Our Services
Gentle in-home end-of-life care, coordinated around your pet's comfort and your family's needs.
In-Home Euthanasia
A peaceful, private goodbye in your home. We take time to help your pet remain comfortable and your family feel supported throughout the process.
Comfort & Hospice Support
A consultation focused on quality of life, comfort, pain management, and what to expect as your pet's condition changes.
Aftercare Coordination
We help coordinate cremation options and explain each step clearly, so your family does not have to manage logistics alone during a difficult time.
Keepsakes
Paw prints and fur clippings are available as meaningful keepsakes to help honor and remember your companion.
How It Works
A gentle, guided path from first contact to aftercare.
1
Request & Schedule
Contact us by phone, text, or form, and we'll help arrange a time that feels right for your family.
2
Pre-Visit Guidance
We answer your questions, explain what to expect, and review important details in advance.
3
Arrival & Comfort Plan
We arrive, create a calm environment, and walk you through each step with care.
4
Peaceful Passing
We begin with gentle sedation, then proceed only when your pet is comfortable and your family is ready.
5
Aftercare & Next Steps
We guide you through aftercare options and help with the next steps.
Serving Chicago and Chicagoland
We come to you, so your pet can stay in a familiar, comfortable place.
Local, at-home support across Chicago
We serve Chicago and surrounding Chicagoland communities, including nearby suburbs.
ChicagoOak ParkEvanstonCiceroSkokieNaperville
And surrounding areas.
Travel fees may apply outside central Chicago. We'll discuss any additional fees before scheduling.
Not sure if you're in range? Text your ZIP code and we'll let you know.
About Dr. Ajeena
Meet the veterinarian behind Windy City Veterinary Services.
Emergency Veterinarian · In-Home End-of-Life Care
Hamza Ajeena, DVM
Dr. Hamza Ajeena brings years of emergency veterinary experience to in-home end-of-life care. Having worked in fast-paced emergency settings, he understands the importance of calm communication, clinical judgment, and unhurried support during life's most difficult transitions.
His approach centers on clear guidance, compassionate presence, and giving each family the time and space they need to say goodbye in peace.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about our in-home care and process.
Quality of life can be difficult to judge alone. Changes in appetite, mobility, breathing, pain, accidents, anxiety, or loss of interest in normal routines may be signs your pet needs additional support. We can help you evaluate comfort and next steps.
We begin by answering questions and giving your family time. When everyone is ready, your pet receives gentle sedation to help them relax and become comfortable. The final medication is given only after your pet is fully sedated.
The goal is a calm and pain-free passing. Sedation is used first so your pet can become deeply relaxed and comfortable before the euthanasia medication is administered.
Most visits take about 45 to 60 minutes, but we do not rush families. The timing depends on your pet's needs and your family's pace.
We can coordinate communal cremation or private cremation with ashes returned. We will review available options and pricing before the appointment.
No. If your pet is in active distress or needs immediate stabilization, please contact a 24/7 emergency veterinary hospital.
Request a Visit
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