In-Home Pet Euthanasia Service

"Dr. Calabria is very much a caring and professional veterinarian, and one who puts my dogs best interests as a top priority. In my Nikki’s last days, she was there for her, my dog Maddie, and my family. When Nikki could not get in the car to go to her office, Dr. Calabria came to my home. Her dedication to her work and love of animals is amazing. It is comforting to know that my pets are in such good, caring and capable hands!” 

"We love cats. Over almost 30 years we had many. But one stood out as a person. His name was Sir Winston Churchill. We loved him dearly. Unfortunately, as he aged he became sick. This happens when COVID-19 affected our normal way of life. Churchill was dying. We did not want just to bring him to the veterinarian hospital and leave. With this pandemic we could not be inside.
Thanks to Dr. Courtney Calabria service called Paws to Rest we were able to be with our beloved cat in the last moments of his life. We greatly appreciate Dr. Calabria for the service she provided.”

"Dr. Calabria was able to come to my home the same day I contacted her. It was a Friday afternoon. Our cat, Steve, had really deteriorated quickly. He was 18 years old, so we knew he was nearing the end of his life, but he continued to remain somewhat active and was eating and drinking up until Thursday. For his whole life, Steve HATED being in the carrier. In his younger days, he would need to be sedated and put into a “burrito” prior to vet appointments. This was really stressful for him and I didn’t want his last moments on this earth to involve any upset. Dr. Calabria was AMAZING. We were able to bring Steve out in the yard and let him enjoy the sunshine for a little while before bringing him to his favorite spot – the porch. He was surrounded by people he loved and trusted. He never flinched and his passing from this life and the body he had outlived to his next adventure was peaceful and beautiful. I cannot thank Dr. Calabria or recommend her enough!! She was truly and angel. She told my heartbroken 11 year old daughter that Steve was so lucky to have been loved by so many people and to have lived such a long life. From the bottom of our sore hearts, thank you so much!"

Dr. Courtney Calabria possesses that rare combination of being a skilled veterinarian with an amazing "bedside manner"...it's hard to get both. My husband Dana and I have the highest opinion of her as a veterinarian and a person of character and integrity. She is a quality individual, a genuine and lovely person all around, in addition to being wise and discerning in her practice. She is an extremely professional veterinarian and compassionate with our pets. Her love for animals and dedication to the profession is so apparent; we recommend Dr. Calabria without hesitation.

"What would you do?" I can't count how many times I have asked this of Dr. Calabria in the decade we have known her. She is our go-to person and we trust her implicitly. We know her to be always keenly perceptive. Not only has she always been there for our pets but has never failed to advise us with wisdom and wholesome sensitivity, and when we have been confused and emotional about our ailing pets, we have always been confident that we are making the right decision in the next steps in their care after consulting with her.

When our pets become frail from sickness and age, it's a fragile balance to know when, or how long to hold on to them and when to finally let them go to be with God. She is a soft place to land. There is no better vet to call on for such a time as letting your pet go. To have her be available to us and gently facilitate the process in the final moments or our precious pets’ lives is so very comforting and we are so very grateful.

Dr. Calabria,

I just wanted to say thank you.  Thanks for being so accommodating and coming out yesterday and being so gentle with Teddy.  You really helped us with making sure he was comfortable and explaining all the details of the procedure.  I find some comfort knowing he's no longer in pain and that his last day was a happy one.  My heart still hurts horribly and I'm sure it will take time to heal.  I know you will take care of our Teddy. 

Thank you so much! Your compassion was very much needed at this time! Rosie was our baby girl and it killed us to let her go, even though we know it was the right thing to do! We couldn't stand her suffering! She went peacefully in the place she loved most! Even the chipmunk said goodbye! We are heartbroken beyond belief but you handling it the way you did gave us the peace we needed! We feel blessed that you were here for us and Rosie! She doesn't walk up to strangers, so the fact that she embraced you gave us the comfort we needed to let her pass peacefully! God bless you! We talked about how lucky we were to have you! Thank you from the bottom of our broken hearts! 😿 Keep doing what you do because it makes all the difference in the world! 🙏🏻😻

Dr. Calabria,
I just wanted to thank you for being there for all
of us and for lovingly helping Boo to pass with
such dignity. It must be so hard for you to come
in to these situations and deal with so much
emotionality, but I am so grateful that you do.
Every single one of us is so appreciative of how
you handled the entire situation with such care.
It was so difficult to let her go, but knowing she
left in your hands gave us much needed
comfort. I can't wait to bring her home.
You are an amazing human being. Thank you for
everything you did for us. It couldn't have been
anymore perfect, and although so very sad, it
was an honor to have been there with her in
those final moments in her own home. God
bless you for what you do..
Forever grateful,
Lauren

Doctor Calabria, that Sunday, November 27, was heartbreaking for us.  You made it the best it could be for Tonka and us; your compassion and patience were so kind. We are very grateful and cannot effectively express our thanks to you on that traumatic day. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you, Tonka’s family 

Hi Dr. Calabria

I just wanted to reach out on behalf of my family and myself and thank you so much for making what was easily one of the hardest days of my life, so peaceful and calm. Your empathy radiated so much so that even Gracie knew how special you were. Thank you so much for making our last few minutes with her as easy of a transition as it can be. You were the perfect person to have there with us. Thank you so much.

Meghan and family with Gracie

Dear Dr. Calabria,  Sending a note of gratitude for your visit last Sunday, to assist my family with saying goodbye to Hazel.  She was such a special dog, and was so adored.  Always ready for a long walk, running in the woods or going for a ride in the car, window down.  It was a heartbreak to lose her so young and so quickly to cancer.  I sincerely appreciate your assistance in letting her go in a peaceful way.   Kind Regards,  Bianca

Dear Dr. Calabria,

I just wanted to write you again to say thank you. My husband and I are very relieved that our beloved dog was taken care of and is finally at rest. You were very kind and reassuring, giving our boy a very calm, peaceful send off. 

It is very much appreciated and you are truly a blessed individual to do such a service. I am so grateful to you for helping us let go of Rondo. He was such a huge part of our lives for 14 years and we will miss him every day for the rest of our lives. Unfortunately, he was no longer living and was just existing, and it was time to let him go. Your compassion and kindness will never be forgotten. 

God Bless. 

With admiration and true gratitude,

Mary, Jacob & Lily

Hi Courtney,

I am reaching out to say thank you again for being so gentle when we had to say good-bye to our beloved Mr. Brown. You made an awful moment bearable and bittersweet and that meant a lot to our entire family! We miss him and his sassiness everyday.

I have attached a pic of Mr. B enjoying himself at the beach earlier this spring.

What you do is so hard but means SO much.

Thank you again!

Take care,

Shanna

Dear Dr C -

Thank you so very much for helping us today.  You were kind, soft to all of us, patient, caring, calm, confident, knowledgeable, prepared and offered such love in your hug.  

Thomas had a peaceful and relaxing process and it gave me great comfort.  

You are a true gift to people and pets.  

My son was so happy about getting some of Thomas’s fur.  I put it in a heart shaped box and he’s been carrying it around.  

Here’s a picture from this morning of Thomas enjoying the fresh air and sun.  He was ready and a very sweet kitty.  

With love, thankfulness and respect for all you did for our family,

Hilary

Many thanks to Dr. Calabria for her kindness and professionalism during the very difficult situation of saying good bye to our doggy companion of 17 years, Renny. She paced the process well and gave us ample time and support. She answered all questions and listened to our concerns with empathy. Dr. Calabria took care to minimize pain and maximize comfort for both Renny and us. We highly recommend her services. ~Lorraine and Don

Thirteen years ago I first saw Fenway as a 5lb ball of fur..I brought him home to my daughter as a long awaited present. Over the years Fenway became a member of the family and a touchstone to our daughter who passed away. Fenway knew everyone in the neighborhood as we took our daily walks. After I couldn't walk him so far he joined my wife on her walks. Fenway loved sitting outside on the porch or on the back deck. He loved to ride in the car and would stand in the seat with his face out the window and his ears blowing. He loved riding in the car until the last few months when all his rides ended at the vet and enduring needles and tests. The staff at the vet all loved him also. When it became apparent that his time was running out we decided not to make him go on a final car ride and not come home. Dr. Courtney at paws to rest was a godsend. I don't think anyone else could have been so kind and loving to Fenway in his last moments, or to us. From the first, she was so nice and helped us in a difficult time. Anyone who has lost a long time four legged member of the family knows how hard your heart strings are stretched to the fullest. Thank you Dr. Courtney. You were there when we needed you. You were so nice and gentle to Fenway in his last moments I'm sure he remembers you as well as us.

Dr. Calabria is an “angel” at most painful time in a family’s life, having to let your animal go over the Rainbow Bridge.  She was so helpful when we needed to make the final decision, walking me through the process and taking care of all the arrangements.  Her love for animals and their owners shows in all she does.

My Midnight had been ill for a couple of months; I was told that he had to be euthanized by his vet due to cancer.  I did not want this to be done in a medical environment so on the recommendation of a friend, I set up an initial appointment with Courtney but couldn’t do it; she was very understanding of my hesitation.  Then my fur baby declined rapidly, Courtney was there at my home on the day I phoned her to see that my baby crossed the rainbow bridge peacefully in his home and in my arms.

Dr. Calabria is a dedicated veterinarian everything she does shows her love for animals.

Thank you Courtney for being so compassionate and understanding during a most difficult time in my life.

Linda

—Jordan A.