House Call Fees
Dr Steve strives to keep his fees fair and comparable to those of his colleagues, but they are definitely higher than fees at veterinary hospitals these days. An estimate will be provided on request, before any services are performed. If you have questions, please don't hesitate to phone or email. All fees are up to date.
General Fees
House Call Primary Territory
Includes travel within Dr Steve's primary territory, consultation, and examination for one pet. Limited to dogs and cats.
Recheck Primary Territory
Includes travel within Dr Steve's primary territory, consultation, and examination for one pet, within 30 days of the prior visit and for reevaluation of the original problem.
Additional Pet Primary Territory
If you have other pets at home, why not get them all checked out at once? Limited to dogs and cats on the same visit.
Quality of Life Assessment Primary Territory
If you are considering euthanasia for your pet, this home visit includes an exam, review of records, quality of life assessment, and planning ahead.
Common Lab Tests:
Euthanasia Fees
Euthanasia Only:
Includes house call and euthanasia. Remains are left in the pet owner's care for home burial, or collection by crematory, cemetery or city agency. (For pets over 100 lbs, the cost is $500.)
Price by weight
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1-25LBS
- $375
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26-50LBS
- $400
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51-75LBS
- $425
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76-100LBS
- $450
Euthanasia & Communal Cremation:
Includes house call, euthanasia, transportation of remains & communal cremation. Cremated remains will be scattered at sea. (For pets over 100 lbs, Dr Steve cannot assist with transportation/cremation. The pet owner will need to make arrangements with a city agency or crematory instead.)
Price by weight
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1-25LBS
- $500
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26-50LBS
- $550
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51-75LBS
- $600
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76-100LBS
- $700
Euthanasia & Individual Cremation:
Includes house call, euthanasia, transportation of remains, individual cremation and home delivery in a standard urn. Cremated remains will be delivered to the pet owner by the crematory within 14 days. Standard urn is a fabric covered, rectangular box with a top lid. Other urn options are available for additional fees. (For pets over 100 lbs, Dr Steve cannot assist with transportation/cremation. The pet owner will need to make arrangements with a city agency or crematory instead.)
Price by weight
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1-25LBS
- $600
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26-50LBS
- $650
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51-75LBS
- $700
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76-100LBS
- $800
Add Decorative Urn or Clay Pawprint:
Cal Pet Crematory has a wide variety of decorative urns that can be seen here. Engraving is available on certain urns for an additional $20-30. Please note the model number and price of your preferred urn prior to the home visit. Pawprints in clay are available for $35.
Other fees
Cancellation
May be charged when a pet owner cancels a house call with less than 12 hours notice, or when a pet owner is not home at the agreed upon time.
Special Handling
May be charged when a pet's behavior demands extra time, effort and/or risk to personnel.
Extra Travel
Additional $300 per hour for travel after leaving primary territory, minimum $150. This will vary with the day & time, but estimates are available.
NDA Visit
Dr Steve doesn't mind signing nondisclosure agreements, but there will be an extra charge for this legal accommodation at each and every visit.
Payments accepted
Full payment is required at the time of the house call, unless prior arrangements have been made. Dr Steve accepts cash, debit cards, Apple Pay, Venmo, VISA, MasterCard, American Express & Discover. With a valid California Drivers License or State ID, he'll even take a local personal check.**
**Conditions when checks cannot be accepted:
1) Check address or residence outside of Los Angeles County.
2) Previously returned check.
3) Euthanasia services.
4) Total invoice over $500.00.