Making the decision to say goodbye to a beloved pet can be incredibly hard. If you are in this situation and need someone to talk to, please get in touch. We have helped many pet owners through this difficult time and together we can make a plan for what is best for you and your pet.
As well as offering at home euthanasia, we also offer quality of life assessments and palliative care. We often help pets through the final stages of their life, caring for them together and guiding owners through the decision making process.
When the times comes to let go, we offer a gentle and peaceful euthanasia for your pet in the comfort of their own home, surrounded by their family. If needed our service includes making arrangements for cremation of your pet, including transportation and return of their ashes.
In memory of Tetley “Teabag” 2010-2022. Always loved, never forgotten
Client Reviews
A big thank you to Lorna and Yasmin who euthanised Charlie at home yesterday. You were ever so thoughtful, kind, informative and helpful. You helped us greatly in our time of need.
WilliamNewcastle upon Tyne October 2025
What a wonderful caring team of professionals. My elderly in-laws little dog, Nala, who was their pride and joy, had to be put to sleep. The home visit was dealt with in such a friendly, caring and compassionate manner. The whole process could not have been made any easier and stress free for Nala. Thank you.
Dave Whitley Bay
Two lovely young ladies helped Blake take his last journey. From the first phone call Doorstep Vets were so helpful and understanding, we were never rushed, everything was explained and Blake got a calm peaceful send off. I cannot thank them enough and highly recommend them for this sad but necessary task.
MarieBlyth
This is the best vets practice I have every known unfortunately I had to let my baby Tyson go he was 14 yrs and 3month the most precious thing to us Jo and Sarah made him so comfortable for the last 6 months of his life he loved seeing them was not stressed at all then when the time came to let go Jo and Jess came and did everything with great dignity then after he was brought home for the last time by Sarah with such dignity I would 100% recommend.
MargaretRyton
Alison and Lorna were so kind and thoughtful when they came out to give our much loved greyhound Rosie end of life care. We would certainly recommend this service to help ease. The stress of saying goodbye.
GillianMonkseaton
We must thank all of the staff at Doorstep Vets for their kindness and compassion when we had to say a final goodbye to our 17 year old cat, Dennis. Everything was done at our pace and in our own home and the vet and the nurse were so gentle and considerate it helped us so much at such a sad time. Thanking you from the bottom of our hearts 💕
PamelaSeghill
Absolutely lovely vet and nurse who are full of compassion and understanding. Jo and Jess came out same day of call about our elderly precious boy Ollie. The time had come to say goodbye and they helped with making that difficult decision, treating Ollie with the kindness, respect and dignity he deserved. They took Ollie away and brought his ashes back in 2 weeks which took away the distress in that regard. I can’t thank them enough and they showed true compassion and kindness.
LynneNewcastle upon Tyne
The staff are fantastic. My first experience with doorstep vets. I unfortunately had to say goodbye to my much loved 19 year old cat. Then professionalism, care , understanding and compassion are second to none! I would thoroughly recommend.
PaulaPonteland
Doorstep Vets Jo and Gabby were fantastic after we made the devastating decision to say goodbye to Kassi. They were so lovely with her and I know she felt at ease when she fell asleep. They couldn’t have done anything better and I wouldn’t have changed anything for her. Absolutely amazing service. Thank you so much for making the most heartbreaking thing go exactly how we wanted it for her.
SueNorth Shields
I don’t have words for what I owe you for your service to Mittens and me. You made a seemingly impossible situation a compassionate reality, and I will never forget this. I miss her so much, but without you she would have suffered stress and discomfort leaving home for her final hours. Thank you so much, and your after attention helped so much ❤️
MichaelNewcastle upon Tyne
Euthanasia at Home Prices
Price does not include Visit fee or Cremation
Cats
£240
Rabbits
£240
Dogs 0-30kg
£260
Dogs 30-50kg
£280
Dogs over 50kg
£300
For dogs over 50kg a surchage may apply if an additional staff member is needed
Cremation Options and Prices
We can arrange cremation and transportation of your pet as part of our service. If your pet is cremated individually, you have the option of either collecting their ashes from our office (NE20 9SJ) or we can bring them home to you.
We have chosen to work with North East Pet Cremation Services in East Boldon, who are accredited through the IAOPCC (International Association of Pet Cemeteries and Crematoria). We trust them to treat your pet with the dignity and respect that they deserve. More information can be found on their website here.
Communal Cremation Your pet’s ashes are not returned to you
£110
Individual Cremation* – scatter tube, bamboo wooden casket or pewter/slate urn Your pet’s ashes are returned to you
£210
Home delivery of your pet’s ashes We will bring your pet’s ashes home
Visit Fee
*There is a wide choice of options available for an additional fee – please contact us if you would like further information. Surcharge may apply for pets over 40kg.
Visit Fees
Visit fee applies per appointment. An additional visit fee applies for home delivery of ashes
