Compassionate End of Life Support
We support you with compassionate end-of-life services, helping you and your family through this difficult time with care and understanding.
Deciding when it’s time to say goodbye to a beloved companion animal can feel overwhelming and emotional. Humane Society Silicon Valley (HSSV) offers compassionate, humane euthanasia services to ensure your pet’s final moments are gentle and dignified.
Pet parents are welcome to be present during the euthanasia process.
To start the scheduling process, please fill out our Euthanasia Request Form. If you’d prefer to talk with someone ahead of filling out the form, please call (408) 262-2133, ext. 110.
Pricing
Euthanasia Procedure Fees
| Dogs | $150 |
| Cats | $150 |
| Rabbits | $60 |
| Small Animals | $15 |
Compassion in Every Goodbye
For nearly 20 years, Scott has helped families say goodbye to their beloved pets with calm, care, and compassion. As the steady presence behind HSSV’s end-of-life services, he holds space for grief—offering comfort, dignity, and humanity in life’s hardest moments.
See the heart behind our end-of-life care.
After Care Cremation Services
Losing a pet is never easy, and Humane Society Silicon Valley (HSSV) is here to support you through the process with compassionate cremation services. We offer two options through our trusted partner, Caring Pet Services of Los Gatos: private cremation and communal cremation, each handled with the utmost care and respect.
Private vs. Communal Cremation
Choosing the right after care option depends on your preferences for memorializing your pet.
Communal Cremation:
Your pet will be cremated alongside others, and their ashes will be respectfully scattered on private property in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Ashes are not returned with this option.
| 0-24 lbs | $45 |
| 25-49 lbs | $75 |
| 50-74 lbs | $95 |
| 75-99 lbs | $110 |
| 100+ lbs | Please call in to ask for pricing |
Private Cremation:
Your pet will be cremated individually, and their ashes returned to you in a custom-made urn. This option offers a more personal way to honor and remember your companion.
| Weight | Prices start at: |
|---|---|
| 0-9 lbs | $175 |
| 10-39 lbs | $190 |
| 40-59 lbs | $225 |
| 60-79 lbs | $260 |
| 80-99 lbs | $310 |
| 100+ lbs | Please call in to ask for pricing |
Tile Paw Prints of your pet’s paw(s) are available for $30 each and are included with private cremation orders.
Whether you’re looking for a private tribute or a shared resting place, we’re here to help you find what feels right.
Hours & Contact Information
We offer humane euthanasia and cremation services by appointment only. Same-day appointments are often available, and we do our best to accommodate walk-ins when staffing permits.
If you contact us during our regular business hours (9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. daily), you’ll hear back from a member of our team within one business day.
Walk-in cremation services are available daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for pets that have already passed in your care.
When we follow up, we’ll help you schedule your appointment and answer any questions you may have. Each appointment lasts approximately 90 minutes, allowing time for a compassionate and unhurried experience.
You are welcome to stay with your pet during the procedure at no additional cost, or you may choose to leave them in the care of our supportive team.
Pet Loss Support Group
Coping with the loss of a pet or preparing for their final days can be a deeply personal and challenging journey. Humane Society Silicon Valley (HSSV) offers a Companion Animal Loss Support Group to provide comfort, guidance, and a supportive community for those navigating grief.
Meetings
When: First Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. –7:30 p.m.
Location: This service is available via video conference and not on-site.
Facilitator: Vicki Oliverio, MFT
Contact Vicki to RSVP: vickioliveriomft@gmail.com
This group provides a safe space to express emotions, process grief, and connect with others who understand. Attendees may participate as often as needed and are welcome to return to support others after their own healing journey.
Please note: Vicki facilitates the Pet Loss Support Group only and cannot assist with euthanasia services.
For euthanasia appointments or information about end-of-life care, please contact HSSV directly.
This service is offered at no cost, but donations are appreciated to help provide life-saving care for animals in our shelter.