End of life services

Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is never easy.

WVHS is here to support you with compassion and care.

All euthanasia services are by appointment only. We do not euthanize healthy or treatable pets.

Request Appointment

  • Available Monday through Friday at the WVHS Veterinary Clinic. Call (509)888-2275 to request a consultation or schedule a euthanasia appointment. You will be asked to provide information about your pet’s medical condition and veterinary records. Sedation may be required as part of the consultation.

    • Medical Euthanasia for Dogs: $150

    • Medical Euthanasia for Cats: $125

    • Small Companion Animals: $125

  • All behavioral euthanasia requests go through a review process. The first step is to complete a Pet Profile and schedule a consultation with our Director of Shelter Operations. Please schedule here. If euthanasia is determined to be the most humane option, the procedure will be performed by a certified technician at the shelter.
    Please note: Owners are not permitted to be present during behavioral euthanasia. If you wish to be with your pet during the procedure, we recommend contacting your primary veterinarian. Cost: $250

    • Proof of ownership

    • Personal identification

    • Relevant medical or behavioral history

  • WVHS does not offer cremation services. General interment is included in the service fee. If you wish to have your pet cremated, we recommend coordinating directly with Columbia Pet Services, who can retrieve your pet’s remains from our facility.