San Diego Resources for Pet Parents Facing Loss
As a practitioner who supports pet parents through grief after facing loss, I’ve noticed many people reaching out in moments of confusion, unsure what to do when their beloved companion is nearing the end of life or has passed unexpectedly at home. After receiving countless heartbreaking phone calls and emails from confused pet parents on what to do in this stage of their pet’s lives, I wanted to create this page as a helpful resource in your time of need. Removing confusion and getting the help you need, now.
A resource that I personally wished I had.
This page was created to provide guidance and resources for those tender moments of the goodbye: what steps to take, who to contact, and how to navigate the side of saying goodbye.
If you’ve recently experienced a loss, or are preparing to help your pet cross over, please know you’re not alone. When you’re ready for grief support, I offer a Pet Loss Support Program designed specifically for the unique bond between humans and their animals: honoring your grief, validating your experience, and helping you move forward with peace and understanding.
I’m so sorry for the loss you’re facing, and I hope the resources below bring comfort and clarity during this time.
- Kimberly Blair
Paws Into Grace
📍 2750 Auto Park Way, Suite 17, Escondido, CA 92029
📞 San Diego / Riverside County: 619-977-6698
📞 Orange County: 949-500-9610
Paws Into Grace offers gentle, compassionate end-of-life care for pets, including quality-of-life assessments, in-home euthanasia, cremation options (private, individual, or communal), and memorial keepsakes to honor your companion’s memory. They also follow the aquamation process, instead of cremation.
For my pet parent clients who didn’t have the chance to create their pet’s “best last day” or who would like a private in person memorial service to honor their beloved companion, Paws Into Grace also offers personalized pet memorials experience at an additional cost: a beautiful way to celebrate the love and life you shared.
Thanicare
📞 619-252-5244
📧 ron@thanicare.com
Thanicare offers gentle and respectful aftercare services for pets, including deceased pet pickup, cremation options, and memorial keepsakes to honor your beloved companion. Their compassionate team provides support during this tender time, helping you navigate the practical steps of saying goodbye with care and dignity.
Sorrento Valley
Pet cemetery
📍 10801 Sorrento Valley Rd, San Diego, CA 92121
📞 619-276-3361
Sorrento Valley Pet Cemetery & Crematory provides a peaceful resting place for beloved pets, offering individual cremation, burial, and mausoleum options. They also have a family chapel for private services, a columbarium for memorial placement, and a selection of keepsakes to honor your companion’s memory.
San Diego Humane SOciety
📍 5500 Gaines Street, San Diego, CA 92110
📞 619-299-7012
The San Diego Humane Society offers post-surrender euthanasia services for pet owners at a reduced cost of $80. Please note that this service does not include the option to be present during the procedure, and they do not perform euthanasia on healthy pets.
Appointments are required and can be scheduled by calling 619-299-7012.
Aftercare Services:
For those who would like cremation services following euthanasia, the Humane Society offers communal cremation for an additional fee:
Pets 0–29 lbs: $25
Pets 30–79 lbs: $60
Pets 80+ lbs: $80
West coast pet memorial
📍 8995 Crestmar Pt, San Diego, CA 92121
📞 858-909-0009
West Coast Pet Memorial offers compassionate aftercare services, including private, individual, and communal (at sea) cremation options. They also provide a serene viewing chapel for those who wish to honor and say goodbye to their beloved companion in a peaceful setting.
Peaceful Veterinary Care
📍 4888 Ronson Ct, Suite J, San Diego, CA 92111
📞 858-249-8707
Peaceful Veterinary Care provides gentle, in-home end-of-life services, ensuring comfort and dignity for your beloved companion. Their offerings include in-home euthanasia, hospice and pain management support, acupuncture, quality-of-life assessments, transportation services, and aquamation for aftercare.
Peaceful Waters
📍 4888 Ronson Ct., Suite J, San Diego, CA 92111
📞 858-276-7397
🌐 peacefulwatersaquamation.com
Peaceful Waters provides gentle, compassionate end-of-life care for pets, including in-home euthanasia and aquamation (an eco-friendly alternative to traditional cremation). Their team offers a calm, supportive presence to help you and your beloved companion through this sacred transition with dignity and peace.
Transitions
📞 619-255-6066
Transitions offers gentle, compassionate in-home euthanasia services, allowing your beloved companion to cross over peacefully in the comfort of home. They also provide both cremation and aquamation options for aftercare.
HouseCollar Vet Home Euthanasia
👩⚕️ Dr. Andrea Leach, DVM
📞 619-356-1747
HouseCollar Vet offers compassionate, in-home euthanasia services, allowing pets to transition peacefully in the comfort of their familiar surroundings. They also provide private, individual, and communal cremation options for aftercare.
The Guides Holistic Therapies
About US
At The Guides Holistic Therapies, we understand the sacred bond between people and their pets. Our Pet Loss Program is a compassionate, evidence based process designed to help you navigate the layers of grief: from sadness and guilt to the “what ifs” and unmet hopes or expectations. Together, we’ll create space for healing, honoring your pet’s life while finding emotional completion and lasting peace.
If you’re ready to begin your healing journey, call or text 619-333-0532 to schedule your complimentary wellness consultation.
We have in person locations in Pacific Beach and La Jolla, and virtual sessions are also available for your comfort and convenience.