In-Home Pet Euthanasia

Locally owned, serving San Antonio and surrounding areas – a private, familiar goodbye with a gentle, pre-euthanasia calming sedative.

About us

Dr. Jerrod Killian

A Little Bit About Me

Hello all, my name is Dr. Jerrod Killian and I’m a retired U.S. Army Veterinarian. I’ve always loved dogs including my Golden Retriever Jesse that traveled the world with me. Having to let Jesse go due to chronic illness truly crushed me. We buried her next to the cabin my wife, three sons and I built.
I often visit her and look up at the stars knowing that she goes on. I included the word “Passages” because I believe the road doesn’t end for our pets and that love finds a way. Just like we honor Jesse, I will help you honor your loved one.

Our Services

Virtual Quality of Life Care

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Virtual Quality of Life Care
Let our veterinarians visit your home through Zoom video conferencing (or regular phone call) to discuss your pet’s quality of life.
Remote Vet Exam
We will collect and review your veterinary records, carefully listen to your concerns, observe your fur baby, and then talk through key indicators such as appetite, mobility, comfort, sleep, and happiness.
Provide Guidance and Craft a Plan
We’ll provide practical advice on pain control, diagnostic testing, when pet euthanasia may be the most compassionate option, and how to plan for a gentle passage.
Disclaimer: In accordance with Texas Law, we cannot diagnose, treat, or prescribe medications without having an in-person physical examination. If you are still seeking a diagnosis, therapy, or prescription medication, please visit your full-service veterinarian. Our goal is to provide general guidance based on your concerns and the quality of life of your pet.

Gentle Pet Euthanasia

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Pre-euthanasia sedation
An injection with a small needle under the skin that is calming and helps a gentle passage
Pet Euthanasia
Roughly 15 minutes after the Pre-euthanasia sedation, this final injection in a vein completes the passage within one or two minutes
Clay Paw
If you desire, a keepsake and loving memory of your furry family member.
Assistance with transport for aftercare
We transport your pet to Fond Memories Pet Cemetery & Crematorium. Please see their website for options. https://www.fondmemoriespcc.com/
Testimonial

Words From Families We’ve Helped

  • Dan Moni
  • There are not enough words to express how grateful I am to Dr. Killian. Having to say goodbye to my beloved Thor was one of the hardest things my family and I faced, but he showed such incredible compassion, kindness,…
    Wendy lowry
    Lytle, Tx
  • It's been almost 5 months and it's still hard. We miss her so much. On the hardest day of my life, the veterinarian who came to our house to euthanize our dog made it so much easier by being so…
    Luke
  • It's been almost 5 months and it's still hard. We miss her so much. On the hardest day of my life, the veterinarian who came to our house to euthanize our dog made it so much easier by being so…
    Luke

  • This was the most compassionate way to let your best friend move on to their next duty. Sad day but they made it so easy. Will miss you so much Chevy.

    Jason Ginapp

  • Dr Regina was professional & compassionate. The care she showed Bravo was if he were her own.

    Barbara Lewis
  • Dr. Killian was nothing short of extraordinary during one of the most devastating moments of our lives. From the moment we met him, he approached us with a level of compassion, patience, and genuine care that immediately put us at…
    Jacqueline & Joshua C.
  • Dr. Killian was nothing short of extraordinary during one of the most devastating moments of our lives. From the moment we met him, he approached us with a level of compassion, patience, and genuine care that immediately put us at…
    Jacqueline Ann Chaparro
  • A very special and heartfelt thank you to Gentle Pet Passages for giving my sweet baby girl the most peaceful and beautiful goodbye we could have ever asked for. I never could have imagined that something so devastating could also…
    Stephanie McKinnis
    New Braunfels
  • Gentle Pet Passages came to our house to meet our dying lab on his own terms. He died in the most peaceful and gentle way possible in his dog bed. It helped my husband and I so much to help…
    Melani Howard
    San Marcos
  • Dr Lisa Hull was truly an angel during one of the most difficult days of our lives. Not only did she explain the process and answer our questions, but her caring nature and genuine concern was a great comfort. We…
    Edward & Denise DeSilvester
    San Antonio
  • We lost our sweet Kitty to cancer. She was a fighter, but in the end, she was just too tired and weak to keep fighting. Deciding to let her go was one of the hardest things we've ever had to…
    Wolff Family
    San Antonio
  • This took me over a year to come back to and write but felt that my experience needed to be shared. Last year, I had to make the impossible decision to help my dog, Tyson, cross the rainbow bridge. It…
    Jose D
    San Antonio, Texas
  • This took me over a year to come back to and write but felt that my experience needed to be shared. Last year, I had to make the impossible decision to help my dog, Tyson, cross the rainbow bridge. It…
    Jose D
    San Antonio, Texas
  • We had to say goodbye to our best buddy Jake on November 29, 2025, and Dr Lisa Hull was so wonderful and amazing. She made friends with Jake and made sure he was comfortable and calm. As hard as it…
    Susan Goode
    Converse, TX
  • I don’t even have words to describe how thankful I am to the team at gentle pet passages. Everything from scheduling to services was so easy and the team was kind every step of the way. Dr. Killian was amazing.…
    Breanne
    San Antonio
  • Our sweet Xavier was not well. All the test & treatment did not heal him. It was extremely difficult but best interest of Xavier we contacted Gentle Pet Passage. Because of their compassion, respectful and professionalism it made the process…
    Bishop Family
    San Antonio Texas
  • Dr. Hull was a god send. We didn’t know we would need to put down Vince until the morning of. Gentle Pet Passages made this day much more manageable than we could have imagined. Everything she said/did helped soothe our…
    Angela Jensen
    San Antonio, Tx
  • Giving Leo, our 16 year old Labrador Retriever a gentle passing surrounded by love was our final gift to him. We are so grateful for making this heart-breaking moment the most gentle and peaceful for Leo and our family. He…
    Rogers Family
    San Antonio
  • I have to say that my baby Pharoah was ready to go to the bridge yesterday, and Dr. Hull was such a gift from heaven with the way she gave Pharoah a quiet, passionate send off. I consider her an…
    Mary
    Salisbury
  • It is my belief that Dr. Lisa Hull is truly an angel on earth. We didn’t know what to expect with an at-home euthanasia, and we were overwhelmed by having to make this heartbreaking decision. Dr. Lisa gently reassured us…
    Anna and Raul Perez – Bleu
    Helotes Texas
  • Today we had to say goodbye to our sweet girl, Sierra. It was one of the hardest decisions we’ve ever made, but Dr. Amanda Kieffer made the experience peaceful and full of dignity. Dr. Kieffer was kind, compassionate, and gave…
    Carlson Family
    Alamo Ranch, San Antonio, TX
  • Riley Hazel our 10 yr old Shepherd crossed over the Rainbow bridge yesterday with her family at home. She spent her last 24 hrs enjoying her favorite snacks . Had a good brushing the night before . Went for a…
    Sheila Cunningham – Hazel
    177 Bahama Woodstar San Antonio Tx 78353
  • Gentle pet passages really lives up to there name. I called them to ask questions because I was really scared and sad having to put our 1st baby down. Sydney was the one that I talked to and she made…
    Veneeta Cortez
    Converse tx

FAQ’s

When do I know it’s time?
There’s usually not a perfect answer to this question. If your pet is clearly suffering from a debilitating disease such as severe arthritis, where the quality of life is poor, then the decision may be clearer. Often
though, it’s an overall Quality of Life decision.
Why use an in-home euthanasia service?
Pets are more relaxed in their own homes,
in the comfort of their own bed, surrounded
by families they love. Compare this to the
stress and fear often associated with a car
ride and a busy veterinary clinic.
How to prepare for a gentle passage?
Feel free to feed a favorite meal (if they
can still enjoy it). Select a place where you
would prefer the euthanasia to take place.
For example, we can perform the
euthanasia on a favorite doggy bed.