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: Home visit, pet euthanasia, one clay paw, made at the time of the appointment,, and a lock of your beloved pet's fur:
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$300: for cats 0-13 lbs
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$330: for cats (14+lbs), dogs, and exotics up to 18.5 #s
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$370: for dogs 19 - 59 lbs
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$400: for dogs 60 - 99 lbs
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$450: for dogs 100 - 149 lbs
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$500: for dogs 150 - 199 lbs
In-Crematory Euthanasia & Same-day, Attended Cremation:
Your place or ours. In partnership with Paris Pet Crematory, we offer in-crematory euthanasia in a peaceful, home-like setting. Their dedicated space features cozy leather couches, soft lighting, and warm blankets to ensure your pet feels safe and comfortable. The doctor and the crematory will coordinate arrival times so that your experience is as seamless as possible. You can schedule this service through At Peace Home Veterinary Care or directly with Paris Pet Crematory.
The crematory also provides same-day and attended cremation options—an incredibly rare and meaningful way to say goodbye. With this service, you can remain by your pet’s side through every step of their final journey, ensuring they are never alone. This deeply personal experience offers comfort, closure, and the reassurance that they are treated with the utmost care and respect. It is an option not commonly available through other services. At Peace Home Veterinary Care is proud to offer this incredible option while always providing the most compassionate farewell possible.
Private cremation:
Your pet will be cremated individually. The quickest way to be reunited with your pet (typically 7-10 days but enhanced turn-around time is possible) is to have you pick them up directly from the crematory in Union Grove, WI. Your pet's beautifully encased ashes can also be delivered for signature-delivery mail to your front door at no additional cost for pets up to 69#s, and a small increased cost of $50 for pets 70+lbs.
Please note that all pets are weighed at the crematorium. Inaccurate reporting of your pet's weight may incur a fee of the balance between their correct and reported weights, plus a convenience fee. Please do not intentionally report a lower weight for your pet than is accurate.
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$330: <20 lbs
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$340: 21-44 lbs
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$380: 45 – 74 lbs
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$410: 75– 104 lbs
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$450: 105 – 140 lbs
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$500: 141 – 200 lbs
Communal cremation:
Pets will be cremated with other beloved animals, and their ashes will be spread on a scenic prairie in the beautiful memorial garden in Paris, WI. No ashes will be returned. Owners are welcome to visit from sunrise to sunset daily, and flower remembrances are welcomed as long as all materials are biodegradable.
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$210: <20 lbs
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$230: 21 - 44 lbs
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$280: 45 – 60 lbs
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$310: 61 – 104 lbs
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$350: 105 – 140 lbs
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$400: 141 – 199 lbs
Exotics:
Please call us to discuss options by species. We are open to helping all creatures, including hamsters, rabbits, and fish. We want to make this service accessible to ensure that all animals experience peace and comfort in their final moments, no matter their size.
Additional Considerations apply:
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All appointments come with one complementary clay paw. Any additional clay paws are available for $25 apiece - please let us know ahead of time if you would like more than 2 so that appropriate materials can be brought to the appointment.
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For families outside of Milwaukee county there is a gas/drive fee depending upon location
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For behavioral euthanasias where pets cannot be handled as usual, a fee of $250 applies for appointments taking up to two hours, and an additional fee of $400 for appointments which require 4+ hours of contact time with the doctor
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For pets who have already passed away, we offer gentle body pick up and transportation (must be purchased with a cremation): $200
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This includes the doctor checking for heartbeat cessation, conversations around grief, a clay paw, and a clipping of your beloved pet's fur, if desired
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Unfortunately due to ease of fraud, we are no longer able to accept checks. Cash is greatly preferred. We no longer apply a credit card fee.
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Please note that all pets are weighed at the crematorium. Inaccurate reporting of your pet's weight may incur a fee of the balance between their correct and reported weights, plus a convenience fee.
Payment
At Peace Home Veterinary Care is proud to accept cash, checks, and credit cards (chip, swipe, and tap).
We are dedicated to making our services accessible to all pet owners who value the highest standard of care. As such, we may be able to offer a discount at the doctor's discretion, on a situational basis.
