Proudly serving the greater Milwaukee area
ABOUT
With At Peace Home Veterinary care, each appointment has the ultimate goal of creating a peaceful goodbye in the place where pets feel safest. At Peace provides in-home euthanasia services as well as hospice and aftercare services such as pet cremation. We are here for you, and here for them, offering gentle care for the hardest moments and a final farewell filled with peace. Together, we work with families in the SE Wisconsin & Northern Milwaukee areas to create a meaningful and compassionate goodbye, whatever that may look like for your family.
Dr. Tessa Brown is a dedicated and experienced veterinarian who supports families through the most tender moments of their pets' lives. Her mission is to honor the human-animal bond of every beloved companion with gentle goodbyes, dignity, and care. Her extensive career spans small animal practice, exotic and aquatic medicine (CertAqV), geriatric medicine and hospice, and end-of-life care, giving her a unique ability to support families through this multi-faceted emotional journey.
With certifications in Fear-Free practices and Low- Stress Handling, Dr. Tessa approaches each patient with a unique understanding and the utmost respect for their autonomy.
Dr. Tessa Brown, DVM, CertAqV
Founder & Veterinarian
Preparing for your appointment
Your appointment starts with a detailed introductory voicemail, text message, or contact form to us! We will call you back to evaluate your needs, both scheduling and medical, and ensure we can help. If it is determined that euthanasia is potentially the right course of action for your pet, we will get your family on the schedule. No later than the day before your appointment, you will receive a phone call from the doctor who will walk you through what to expect and discuss any questions you may have.
For qualify of life scales, aid in getting senior cats to eat, information about how to help pets and children grieve, and other helpful information for sick and senior pets, see our reading materials section.
On the day of your appointment window (typically 2 hours), you will get a phone call letting you know when the doctor is leaving the preceding appointment, usually 15 minutes to 1 hour away, depending on scheduling. Upon arrival at your home (or wherever you choose - the park, your yard, or a favorite local spot of your pup's!), the doctor will chat with you about your pet, your concerns, and all you've been through together, and give you an idea of what to expect during the procedure, should it be deemed necessary and appropriate for your pet. Although the idea of euthanasia can seem insurmountable, most families find that the actual procedure is less scary than they had anticipated, particularly by focusing on their pet and her/his needs in the moment.
After the appointment you will have a clay paw print and fur clipping, should you choose. Your pet's ashes (for private cremation) will typically be returned in your chosen method within 7-10 business days. We take great pride in knowing that these are handled with extreme care and fondness for the memory of your beloved best friend.
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SERVICES PROVIDED
Euthanasia:
Includes: Doctor drive time, home visit, pet euthanasia, clay paw, and lock of fur
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$280: for cats & dogs 0-45 lbs
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$300: for dogs 46-69 lbs
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$320: for dogs 70-100 lbs
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$350: for dogs 101-120 lbs
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$400: for dogs 121+ lbs
Private cremation:
Your pet's ashes will be cremated separately and returned to you. This includes your choice of 4 urn options, one clay paw, and an engraved nameplate. Your pet's beautifully encased ashes can be picked up from your primary care veterinarian's office (if available) or hand delivered at a meeting location of our choosing for no additional charge. Signature-delivery mail to your home is also available for a $40 fee.
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$270: <30 lbs
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$300: 31- 50 lbs
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$340: 50-69 lbs
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*Please call for availability for pets over 69 lbs as special care and consideration is needed
Communal cremation:
Pets will be cremated with other beloved animals and their ashes will be spread on a scenic prairie in Northern Illinois. No ashes will be returned.
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$120: < 20 lbs
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$150: 20-50 lbs
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$200: 50-69 lbs
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*Please call for availability for pets over 69 lbs as special care and consideration is needed
Exotics:
Please call us to discuss special prices and options by species, weight, and location. We see ALL creatures including hamsters, rabbits, and fish!
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Private cremation: $200 (as available)
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Communal Cremation: $120 (as available)
Potential Additional Fees:
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Same day/Emergency: $50
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Holiday Fee: $50
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Aggression Appointment fee: $100
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This covers the doctor’s increased time and resources to ensure adequate preparation and safety for all involved in these appointments
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Additional clay paws (1 included): $8 each
- Drive fees:
- Level 1 drive: included
- Level 2 drive: $50 additional
- Level 3 drive: $100 additional
Payment
At Peace Home Veterinary Care is proud to accept cash, checks, and credit cards (chip, swipe, and tap). Cash payments will not incur the 5% sales tax fee for cremation.
We are dedicated to making our services accessible to all pet owners who value the highest standard of care.As such, we offer a $50 discount off of your appointment fee, when you provide a SNAP card registered to the owner of the pet at the time of the visit. Please let us know at booking if you will be utilizing this option.