Compassionate euthanasia of your family's best friend in the comfort of your home

Home Pet Euthanasia

Dr. Goldie Rosen is a veterinarian and the founder of Halton Veterinary Home Pet Euthanasia Service, a mobile veterinary practice that provides compassionate home dog euthanasia and home cat euthanasia. Dr. Rosen is available to help her clients during stressful and emotional end-of-life situations for their pets.

Dr. Rosen’s combination of professionalism, empathy, and reassuring bedside manner offers peace of mind for you and your family’s best friend.

Her services also include pet aftercare, which may include communal cremation or private cremation. She is also happy to make a paw print, ink print and fur clipping for you at no charge.

If your pet passes away naturally at home, we offer aftercare support for dogs and cats, including respectful transportation and cremation arrangements.

Compassionate euthanasia for your pet in your home is a helpful alternative for animal owners whose pets are nervous about going to a clinic or are too sick to transport.

Dr. Goldie Rosen is devoted to providing the highest quality of care in a compassionate, supportive, and ethical manner. She continuously strives to exceed her clients’ expectations by acknowledging the value of the human-animal bond in a relaxing, comfortable home environment.

Dr. Goldie Rosen serves Ancaster, Burlington, Dundas, Hamilton, Milton, Mississauga, Oakville, Stoney Creek, and Waterdown. If you are within her service area and would like to inquire about her services, please contact her by text or phone 905-876-7766 or complete her contact form.

Services

Your pet deserves the best.

Dr. Goldie Rosen, DVM provides the procedure at home wherever you would like. Many owners choose their pets favourite spot; on a bed, in their favourite room or under their favourite tree in the backyard. Being able to choose this special spot for your pet’s final moments can help reduce some of the heartache and discomfort.

In Home Dog Euthanasia

Putting your dog to sleep may be one of the hardest decisions that you will ever have to make. Having the procedure done at home offers comfortable and familiar surroundings. Read more about home dog euthanasia ➝

In Home Cat Euthanasia

Going to the vet is quite a stressful experience for most cats. Your home gives you the ability to choose a comfortable setting where you and your cat can be as relaxed as possible. Read more about home cat euthanasia ➝

Pet Removal & Cremation

We know how difficult it is to lose your beloved pet, and want to help make removing your pet from your home as stress-free and smooth as possible. We respectfully handle your pet’s remains after a home pet euthanasia or if your pet dies naturally at home. Read more about pet removal and cremati →

Pet Urns & Memorial Items

Dr. Rosen is happy to make a plasticine paw print, ink print, and fur clipping for you at no charge. A variety of decorative urns, paw prints, keepsakes, and other items are available to purchase through Gateway Pet Memorial to memorialize your beloved pet. Read more about pet urns and memorial items →

Reviews

    
 
 
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   Shannon Murphy 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Being able to say goodbye to our Finn in the privacy and comfort of our home made this incredibly difficult time that much easier.  Dr. Goldie is kind and patient and we knew we were in good hands with her.  We were very thankful that she offered this service.
  
 
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   Nichola Mills 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Last week we had to make an unbearably decision to put our dog to sleep . We weren’t
able to pick him up and get him in the car which ended up being a blessing . We contacted Dr Rosen and she was able to help the same day to make our beloved dog Ozzie comfortable in his own home and helped make his end of life care more relaxed less stressful and painful for him. Dr Rosen is an amazing vet who is patient and kind empathetic to our needs and I am so grateful we chose to call her that day . Thank you.
  
 
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   Joann Rogers 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have used Dr Goldie for both my dog and cat. She is compassionate and gentle with her clients. The decision is not easy to make sometimes but Dr Goldie has a special talent of helping us get through this difficult period. I would recommend her to anyone else who is going through this process and would like a home euthanasia. She helped me through both times and it was a blessing to have found her. I am so grateful to her for helping me with two very difficult times and making sure they were comfortable and that I was able to make it through the process without feeling guilty or worried that my pets felt any kind of fear or distress at their last moments and for that reason she has a special place in my heart. She is wonderful.
  
 
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   Liz Clay 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are so grateful to Dr. Goldie Rosen for coming to our home to help us say goodbye to our beloved Ivey. She made such a heartbreaking experience as peaceful and comforting as possible. She was warm, compassionate and incredibly thorough, taking the time to explain everything while ensuring Ivey was treated with the utmost care and dignity. Most importantly, she respected our need for time with Ivey, allowing us to say goodbye at our own pace without feeling rushed. Having Ivey in the comfort of her own home, surrounded by love, meant so much to us and we are truly grateful to have had Dr. Goldie Rose by our side to help Ivey cross peacefully.
  
 
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   Naz Krywiak 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A week ago, we had to say goodbye to our beloved Sophie.  Our vet recommended Dr. Rosen for at home euthanasia and we are so glad that she did.  Dr. Rosen is gentle and clearly explains every step of the process. Sophie’s passing was so peaceful—she was surrounded by her family and slipped away ever so gently—she felt no pain.  It was our final gift of love to Sophie and Dr. Rosen made it possible. We will be forever grateful to her.
  
 
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   Darren Julian 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Let me tell you if there is a better Doctor in the world better than doctor Rosen I would like to meet them. She was nothing short of amazing in an awful awful day for our family , her compassion her knowledge her kindness we are so grateful for Doctor Goldie Rosens talents and her calm demeanour and she felt like family like you have known her a long time . I will be forever grateful for her on this tough day for our family she made it the best it could be feel blessed to have had her in our home .
  
 
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   Nancy Edgar 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you to Dr. Goldie for helping us with our Suzie. She was able to accommodate us same day when Suzie quickly went downhill in the morning. Dr. Goldie explained each step and allowed us time to move through the process. The ink paw print was much appreciated. Wasn’t sure about home euthanasia but in the end was perfect for our family to say goodbye.
  
 
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   john mcclure 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Goldie is very compassionate and explains every step of the process along the way, while also leaving questions open for our concerns and curiosity. This expeirence made me feel part of my cats end of life in the comfort of home and having that safe space for grief. I deeply appreciate Goldie for calling and checking in, it brought comfort to me and my family.
  
 
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   Laura Palango 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Rosen came to our home just over a month ago and was so helpful in navigating us through one of our hardest days. When the situation with our beloved family member Macy,  became emergent, Dr. Rosen freed up time from her busy schedule to offer Macy the most sensitive of care, compassion, respect and knowledge. We are so thankful for Macy’s passing to be one of peace and calmness, in the familiar surroundings of home. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you Dr. Rosen.
  
 
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   Gail Finlayson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Goldie Rosen certainly made our very difficult decision to say goodbye to Maisie, our beloved Labrador Mix, not so difficult and helped us recognize that we were doing the right thing for Maisie. Doctor Goldie was sympathetic and didn't rush. Maisie went gently to the Rainbow Bridge.  Gail & Peter Finlayson

Areas We Serve

I travel to homes in Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville, Milton and Mississauga to provide home pet euthanasia.
Learn more about the areas we serve →

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know it is time to put my pet to sleep? This is a very hard and personal decision to face; the answer is different for each person and each pet. Here are some answers to common questions to help you with this difficult decision.

How do I know when it's time?

The right moment to decide on euthanasia is different for every person and their pet. It is a very personal and challenging decision. How can a pet owner prepare for the euthanasia of their pet?

Can you explain the procedure?

Some pet owners would rather wait for death to take place naturally than decide to euthanize. However, it can be painful watching your pet suffer, and many terminal diseases can lead to a long and painful end.

What happens after the procedure?

This is an extremely upsetting question - most of us don’t even want to about it. However, thinking about aftercare helps ensure that your pet's remains are handled according to your preferences.

Why put your pet down at home
instead of a vet clinic?

▸ Reduce anxiety and fear. Your pet will be familiar with their surroundings at the time of the euthanasia. This adds a sense of comfort and familiarity to the experience.

▸ You’re in your own home during a stressful time. You do not have to speak to people who you do not know during the experience, and can have loved ones close by.

▸ Your pet may not be able to move or be transported into the car. Staying at home is more convenient and decreases the stress associated with transporting your pet to a clinic.

▸ You may have mobility or transportation issues. You may be unable to get your pet to a clinic when it’s necessary.

▸ There is time for Dr. Rosen to explain everything fully. You will have as much time as you need before the procedure to ask questions and after the procedure to say your goodbyes.

▸ Your pet will be able to enjoy their last moments at home surrounded by those they love. This includes family members, friends, children, and other pets.

▸ You can do the procedure wherever they are most comfortable. This euthanasia can take place on their bed, their favourite room, or outside under a favourite tree.

▸ You can have soft music and dim lighting indoors, or have the euthanasia outside on a blanket. Being in a relaxing and familiar setting will help make saying goodbye to your best friend and family member a little bit easier.

Do you have questions?

Please contact me.

It would be my pleasure to personally discuss topics including but not limited to, a detailed description of my euthanasia procedure, quality of life concerns, aftercare options, and grief support resources. Please contact me by text or phone at 905-876-7766 or complete my contact form.

Home Pet Euthanasia

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