Private cremation
Your pet is cremated individually, and we bring their ashes back to you.
A peaceful goodbye,
in the home they love.
In-home euthanasia for dogs and cats in Saint John, Rothesay, Quispamsis, Grand Bay-Westfield and Hampton. We come to you, so your companion can rest somewhere familiar, with their family close by.
Please book at least 24 hours ahead. Available times are shown when you book.
Why families choose home
Saying goodbye is hard enough. At home there is no car ride, no waiting room and no reason to hurry. Your pet stays in their favourite spot, and your family can grieve in private.
- Familiar and calm
- Their own bed, the sounds and smells of home, and the people they trust most.
- Time that isn't rushed
- Each visit is booked in a two-hour window, so there is room to talk, to pause and to say what you need to say.
- Everyone can be there
- Children, family and other pets are welcome. Many families find it helps to be together.
- Gentle from the start
- Your pet is sedated first and drifts into a deep sleep before anything else happens.
You’ve given them a lifetime of love. A gentle goodbye at home is one more way to show it.
What to expect
Four simple steps, at your family’s pace.
Anxious or reactive dog? Book an online consultation first. We’ll arrange any calming medication needed before the visit and book your home visit at the next available time. Cats are considered case by case.
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Book a visit
Choose a time at least 24 hours ahead and tell us a little about your pet. If you’d like an idea of cost first, try our cost calculator (optional).
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Confirm your visit
We’ll email your quote to review and sign, which confirms your visit. You’re welcome to pay ahead through our secure online payment link or by Interac e-Transfer, or simply by card when we arrive.
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The visit at home
We begin with a brief exam, then your pet is gently sedated and drifts into a deep sleep. When you’re ready, a final injection lets them pass peacefully. Take all the time you need; there is never any pressure to proceed.
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Aftercare
When you’re ready, we carefully take your pet into our care for the aftercare you chose. If you chose private cremation, we’ll bring the ashes back to your home.
Aftercare
We work with a local pet crematorium. Choose what feels right for your family.
We deliver ashes on a set day each week. If that doesn’t suit you, we can bring them the following week, or you’re welcome to collect them.
Would you like an urn or keepsake? Browse our memorial price list and add the item codes to your booking notes; we’ll include them in your quote.
Cost calculator
Prices are before HST. See what to expect here, or simply book and we’ll email your quote with a secure payment link.
Every visit includes a brief exam, gentle sedation, the euthanasia and all supplies. Cremation is priced by your pet’s size, and urns and keepsakes are optional (see our memorial price list).
About Dr. Misk
Dr. Ehab Misk, BVSc, MSc, PhD. Member of the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association.
Dr. Misk is a veterinarian based in Saint John, with a PhD from the University of Guelph. Passing Peacefully is his practice devoted only to in-home euthanasia for dogs and cats, so each family has his full attention, from the first conversation to the return of their pet's ashes.
Questions families ask
How will I know it’s time?
There is rarely one clear moment. Signs can include not eating, trouble getting comfortable, more bad days than good, or no longer enjoying the things they used to love. This free quality-of-life scale from Lap of Love can help you think it through, and an online consultation with us is always an option if you’re still unsure.
How soon can you come?
You can book any open time at least 24 hours ahead. Available times are shown when you book.
Do I need a consultation first?
Usually not. We begin every visit with a brief exam, which New Brunswick veterinary rules require before any treatment. An online consultation first is only needed for anxious or reactive dogs, so we can arrange calming medication before the visit.
When and how do I pay?
After you book, we email your quote; signing it confirms your visit. You can pay ahead through our secure online payment link (credit or debit card) or by Interac e-Transfer, or by card during the visit.
What if I need to cancel or change my mind?
There’s no charge if you cancel before we leave for your home. Once we’re on our way, only a one-trip location fee applies. If you decide not to go ahead after we arrive, only the $164.40 house call fee and a one-trip location fee apply. There is never any pressure to proceed. The online consultation fee is non-refundable.
Will my pet feel anything?
Your pet is sedated first, and the final injection is given only once they are in a deep sleep. The aim is for them to drift off calmly, with you beside them.
What might I notice after they pass?
Their eyes usually stay open, and you may see a small twitch or a breath-like movement. These are natural reflexes and do not mean your pet is aware or in distress.
Can children and other pets be there?
Yes, it’s your family’s choice. Some families find it helps other pets to be present, or to sit with their companion afterwards.
Where in the home can it happen?
Wherever your pet feels most at ease: their bed, the couch, a sunny window or the backyard.
Which animals do you see?
Dogs and cats.
Is this an emergency service?
No. Visits are planned and booked ahead. If your pet needs urgent care, please contact your regular veterinarian or Port City Emergency Veterinary Hospital, open 24/7.
Resources
Support for the days before and after.
- Area served
- Saint John, Rothesay, Quispamsis, Grand Bay-Westfield and Hampton, New Brunswick
Passing Peacefully offers planned visits only. For urgent care, please contact your regular veterinarian or the nearest 24-hour emergency hospital.