Dr. Lara Allison
Verified Veterinarian
Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia
I have been a veterinarian for over 29 years and have had the experience of helping pets transition within a clinical setting and at people's homes. I have found that the most peaceful and natural way for our pets to pass is with us in our own home or in their favorite place. My first experience was with my Mom's first dog, Smokey, 24 years ago. We sat outside in the sun on the riverbank, and he was so peaceful and happy. Although my Mom was devastated, I urged her to tell me all about him and her memories of him; all of the funny stories and adorable and naughty moments. And in focusing on his life, not his death, it helped Smokey and my Mom to relax and feel less anxious, as I then helped him cross over while my Mom held him in her arms filled with love and appreciation for the time she had had with him. Smokey passed peacefully lying in the sun, on the riverbank surrounded by birds singing, the wind rustling in the trees and the river flowing by, all the while feeling love and joy, and not the stress and anxiety he would have felt in a clinical setting with my Mom anxious and grieving as well. It made all the difference to my Mom as I know it did with Smokey. Since then I have helped as many clients and friends help their companions pass at home. Seeing the difference between the two is what has motivated me to leave practice and commit my time fully to helping families help their pets transition in the comfort of their own home or favorite place. It is truly a gift that we can bestow upon our best four legged friends in their final moments, and it is with such honor and gratitude that I am able to be of service in this way.
Education
Undergraduate: B.S from University of Georgia - 1991
Veterinary Medicine: University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine- 1995
Certifications
1CAETA's CPEV (Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian)
- Based InCharleston, SC
- Service areasCharleston, SC & Surrounding Area
- Work Experience29 years+ years
- Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats
- Notice Required2 hours
General availability
Wednesday10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Availability each week can vary based on demand and scheduling. Please provide a minimum 2 hour advance notice for all bookings.
Services provided
At home pet euthanasia
Dr. Lara Allison will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones
Est. CostStarting at $375
Keepsakes
Clay paw prints, wooden urns with personalizations available with ashes returned
Est. CostFrom $25 - $160
Quality of life consult
Schedule a 1-on-1 with a vet over a virtual conference call or at home.
Est. CostStarting at $175
What pet parents are saying
On March 15th I had to say goodbye to my Manz after 15.5 years of love and being by my side. Dr Lara came highly recommended and I understand why. Her professionalism, kindness, compassion and empathy shown through in a difficult time. Everyone at Coda Pet was amazing. My Mokie is home now, thank you Dr Laura
Dr. Lara Allison recently came to my home to help our 18 year old kitty cross the rainbow bridge. Having it done at home was the best decision we could have made for her. Dr Allison walked us through the entire process. She even loved on our other two kitties that came to see what was going on. She let us know we were making the right decision . The booking process was easy. I highly recommend her. The overall care she gave all of us was wonderful.
Dr. Laura Allison, with CodaPet, assisted our family recently with the passing of our dear Daisy. She gave our family and Daisy the upmost care. She gave us as much time as we needed for each step and she was very communicative about each step that she was going to do and as she was doing each step. She treated our baby like her own and we appreciate everything that she did for our Daisy and our family. Daisy was 14 and had the best life with us. We will miss her dearly.
Dr Lara helped make our in-home pet euthanasia as good as could be expected. It’s such a hard decision but my sweet boy got to roll in the grass one more time. I knew it was the right thing for him. And then he went to sleep in our backyard in my lap, one of his happy places.
Dr. Lara Allison was so kind, comforting and professional. She made a terrible event a very beautiful moment for our family. Her experience and knowledge helped us to feel calm and have final moments with our Lucy.
My family and I will be forever grateful for Dr. Lara's compassion in our hour of need. She informed us of the entire process when she arrived, in addition to answering several questions over text that I had leading up to our appointment. We loved the way she kept asking about our pup's life with us, keeping the sole focus in the room on the love and light that he brought into our home in the last decade. It really was a beautiful experience, to say goodbye in the comfort Lando's favorite spot at the front window, with the family gathered. Thank you so much, Dr. Lara. It takes a special person to step into this occupation, and you not only do you offer the service, but you go above and beyond with it.
