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Please note that during the COVID pandemic, most support groups and many counselors will be offering services only via online platforms such as Zoom or through telephone support. Please contact providers directly for details.


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San Francisco: 833-PET-1234 - PetCloud. Available to anyone in the country. Calls accepted M-F 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. PST; S - S 12 p.m.-8 p.m. PST. If no answer, leave a message and your call will be returned the following day during the hours stated. https://petcloud.pet/grief-counseling/


SUPPORT GROUPS:

Can't find a support group in your area? Many groups now offer virtual meetings via Zoom or other platforms, and are open to participants from any location. Visit our list of Virtual Support Groups for more information.

Please note that dates and times of support group meetings often change without notice. Be sure to visit the website and/or contact the organization in advance to confirm meeting times and locations.

Statewide: Serving California via Zoom: Andrea Keith LMFT CEAP, 4199 Campus Drive, Suite 550, Irvine, CA 92612 949-650-2442, akeithmft@gmail.com, https://time4therapy.com/. Pet Loss Support Group meets the first or second Saturday of each month via Zoom. Registration is required to obtain invitation link. $25 or what one can afford. Some insurance accepted.

Agoura Hills: Dr. Kathleen Ayl, Pet Loss and Grief Associates. If you are experiencing the devastation of the loss, or potential loss of your precious one, you don't have to go through it alone. Dr. Kathleen Ayl and Liz Curran, of Pet Loss and Grief Associates, offer a Zoom Pet Loss Support Group, held nearly every Sunday, from 12:-2:00pm, Pacific Standard Time. Please call or text Dr. Ayl, for more information, at 818-651-5347. There is no fee but donations are accepted and appreciated. dr.ayl@griefassociates.com, http://www.petlossandgriefassociates.com.

Berkeley: The Berkeley Humane Pet Loss Support Group now meets VIRTUALLY on the SECOND WEDNESDAY of each month, 7-8:30 pm. Send an email to Jill Goodfriend expressing an interest in attending the group. Jill will acknowledge your message and send you the Zoom link by 5 pm on the day of the meeting. Confidentiality requested for all shares. There is no fee; however, donations to the Berkeley Humane are most appreciated (2700 Ninth St, Berkeley, CA 94710). For questions, or to set up a complimentary consultation, contact Jill Goodfriend, RN, LCSW, at Jill.goodfriend@gmail.com. or (510) 393-1359. hhttps://berkeleyhumane.org/community-resources/, http://jillgoodfriend.com/Jill_Goodfriend/Home.html. Open to anyone regardless of location.

Burlingame: Peninsula Humane Society Pet Loss Support Group, 1450 Rollins Road, Burlingame CA. Led by a professional counselor, our group meets virtually the second Thursday of each month, from 8-9:30 pm. Free. For more information, please contact Brian Probst at 650/340-7022, ext. 328, bprobst@phs-spca.org, https://phs-spca.org/grief/. Open to anyone regardless of location.

Campbell: The SAGE Pet Caregiver Support Group, 907 Dell Ave., Campbell, CA 95008, (650) 931-8535. The group now meets VIRTUALLY on every 2nd and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 7pm-8:30pm! Registration required. For support and help, please contact Chelsea Nisbet at cnisbet@sagecenters.com. https://www.sagecenters.com/support-group/

Culver City: Dr. Kathleen Ayl, Pet Loss and Grief Associates. If you are experiencing the devastation of the loss, or potential loss of your precious one, you don't have to go through it alone. Dr. Kathleen Ayl and Liz Curran, of Pet Loss and Grief Associates, offer a Zoom Pet Loss Support Group, held nearly every Sunday, from 12:-2:00pm, Pacific Standard Time. Please call or text Dr. Ayl, for more information, at 818-651-5347. There is no fee but donations are accepted and appreciated. dr.ayl@griefassociates.com, http://www.petlossandgriefassociates.com.

Dublin: Hope Hospice Pet Loss Support Group, 6377 Clark Avenue, Dublin, CA 94568, 925-683-8463. Meets the 2nd and 4th Monday each month, 7 to 8:30 pm. Call Michele Shimamura, LMFT, CT, for brief phone intake. info@hopehospice.com, http://hopehospice.com/grief-support-center/programs-and-classes/

Hayward: Cindy Buck, Hayward, CA 94541, (650) 302-6012, https://www.facebook.com/BelieveAnimalReiki. We meet virtually on the 2nd Tuesday of the month from 7 - 8pm PT. Please email cindydbuck@sbcglobal.net for the call-in information. Open to anyone regardless of location.

Irvine: Serving California via Zoom: Andrea Keith LMFT CEAP, 4199 Campus Drive, Suite 550, Irvine, CA 92612 949-650-2442, akeithmft@gmail.com, https://time4therapy.com/. Pet Loss Support Group meets the first or second Saturday of each month via Zoom. Registration is required to obtain invitation link. $25 or what one can afford. Some insurance accepted.

Los Angeles/Santa Monica: Claire Chew, M.A. Grief-o-logist, Pet Loss Educator, 310-314-9837, claire@clairechew.com, http://www.clairechew.com. Group and individual support.

San Diego: San Diego Humane Society's Pet Loss Support Group, 5500 Gaines Street, San Diego CA 92110. Two groups available per month: one weekend morning and one weekday evening. Facilitated by a licensed clinical social worker. Sessions are free, but donations are greatly appreciated. For dates and times, visit http://www.sdhumane.org/what-we-do/programs/pet-loss-support/ or contact 619-299-7012 ext 2311 or edu@sdhumane.org

San Francisco: SF/SPCA Humane Education Classroom, 243 Alabama Street (at 16th), San Francisco, CA. We are holding the Pet Loss Support Group virtually on Zoom. This group provides support for pet guardians coping with the loss of a pet. We meet the first Tuesday of the month from 7:30-9:00 pm and the group is open to California residents. https://www.sfspca.org/resources/pet-loss-support

San Luis Obispo: Hospice of San Luis Obispo County, Inc., 1304 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, (805) 544-2266. Group is currently on hiatus but is expected to resume again in the future. http://www.hospiceslo.org/support-groups/pet-loss-support-group

San Mateo: The SAGE Pet Caregiver Support Group, 251 N Amphlett Blvd., San Mateo, CA 94401, (650) 417-7243. The group now meets VIRTUALLY on every 2nd and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 7pm-8:30pm! Registration required. For support and help, please contact Chelsea Nisbet at cnisbet@sagecenters.com. https://www.sagecenters.com/support-group/

Santa Barbara: Dr. Kathleen Ayl, Pet Loss and Grief Associates. If you are experiencing the devastation of the loss, or potential loss of your precious one, you don't have to go through it alone. Dr. Kathleen Ayl and Liz Curran, of Pet Loss and Grief Associates, offer a Zoom Pet Loss Support Group, held nearly every Sunday, from 12:-2:00pm, Pacific Standard Time. Please call or text Dr. Ayl, for more information, at 818-651-5347. There is no fee but donations are accepted and appreciated. dr.ayl@griefassociates.com, http://www.petlossandgriefassociates.com.

Santa Cruz: BirchBark Foundation - We are currently offering both one-on-one private phone call sessions and Group Zoom sessions (max. 6 participants) with our grief counselors. One-on-one sessions are held by request and arranged between client and therapist. Zoom sessions are held twice monthly - 1st Wednesday and the 3rd Thursday of each month – at 6:00pm. This program is restricted to attendees residing in California. To register for a session, please fill out our request form or call our Office line at 831.471.7255. info@birchbarkfoundation.org, https://www.birchbarkfoundation.org/griefsupport.

San Francisco: Kevin Ringstaff, Grief Recovery Specialist, PetCloud, 1-833-PET-1234, kevin@petcloud.pet, https://petcloud.pet/grief-counseling/. Online groups and group counseling.

Sherman Oaks: Dr. Kathleen Ayl, Pet Loss and Grief Associates. If you are experiencing the devastation of the loss, or potential loss of your precious one, you don't have to go through it alone. Dr. Kathleen Ayl and Liz Curran, of Pet Loss and Grief Associates, offer a Zoom Pet Loss Support Group, held nearly every Sunday, from 12:-2:00pm, Pacific Standard Time. Please call or text Dr. Ayl, for more information, at 818-651-5347. There is no fee but donations are accepted and appreciated. dr.ayl@griefassociates.com, http://www.petlossandgriefassociates.com.


COUNSELORS:

Albany: Anne de Lovinfosse, Ph.D., 902 Curtis Street, Albany, CA 94706, (415) 456-5502, drdelovinfosse@gmail.com, https://delovinfosse-anne.com/

Beverly Hills: Dr. Jeffrey Crousman Ph.D., 250 North Robertson Blvd., Ste. 407, Beverly Hills, CA 90211, (310) 285-6650, jeffcrausman@aol.com, http://www.petlosssupport.com/

Burlingame: Judy Garvey, M.S., LMFT, 1499 Bayshore Highway #208, Burlingame, CA 94010, (650) 580-7423, http://judygarvey.weebly.com/

Calabasas: Debi Frankle, Calabasas Counseling and Grief Recovery Center, 22231 Mulholland Hwy Suite 200, Calabasas, CA, 818-222-3895, DebiFrankle@gmail.com, https://calabasascounseling.com/

Campbell: Janice Shapiro, LMFT, Sorelle Salon & Spa, 18 N. 1st Street, Campbell, CA 95008, (408) 596-4810, Jlshapiro875@gmail.com, https://www.janiceleeshapiro.com/pet-loss-and-bereavement.html

Carlsbad: Dr. Stefanie Schwartz, DVM, MSc, DACVB, Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Behaviorists, California Veterinary Specialists, 2310 Faraday Ave., Carlsbad, CA 92008, (760) 431-2273, HAPPYPETS@YAHOO.COM, http://petbehavior.org

Carmel: Teresa Wagner, M.S. Those of us fortunate enough to love and be loved by an animal know the exquisite joy and deep fulfillment that comes from animals living in our hearts. In loving so much, we open ourselves to profound intimacy as well as the searing pain of loss when we lose them. Since 1986 I have been privileged to work with over 10,000 clients and would be honored to support you in your time of grief. Sessions are available by phone for grief counseling; classes for healing pet loss and to become a certified pet loss grief counselor are also available, along with the audiobook Legacies of Love, A Gentle Guide to Healing From the Loss of Your Animal Loved One. Teresa Wagner, M.S., Animals in Our Hearts, 26151 Ladera Drive, Carmel, CA 93923, 831-236-4080, info@animalsinourhearts.com, https://www.animalsinourhearts.com

Culver City: Marina Resa, MA MFT, Antioch University Counseling Center, 400 Corporate Pointe, Suite A4000, Culver City, CA 90230, (323) 686-1010, marinaresa@gmail.com, http://www.marinaresatherapy.com. Offering telehealth only at this time.

Culver City: Marian Silverman, Culver City, 310-205-2546, http://yourpetloss.com/

Encinitas: Michelle North LMFT, 169 Saxony Road Encinitas, CA 92024, (760) 558-4108, truenorththerapyworkshops@gmail.com, http://www.truenorththerapyworkshops.com

Hermosa Beach: Jackie Smuckler, M.A, AMFT, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254, (310) 259-9751, jackiesmucklertherapy@gmail.com, http://www.jackiesmuckler.com/pet-loss-therapy.html

Irvine: Dina Bdaiwi, Irvine, CA 92602, (619) 631-5549, dina@hellagoodtherapy.com, https://www.hellagoodtherapy.com/dina-bdaiwi

Kentfield: Diane Hough, 905 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Suite F, Kentfield, CA 94914, 415-488-9082, Diane@Counseling-Coaching.com, http://counseling-coaching.com/

Larkspur: Laurie Chandler, LMFT, 119 Ward Street, Larkspur, CA 94939 415-562-7768, chandlerdepthpsych@gmail.com, http://chandlerdepthpsych.com/

Los Alamitos: Briana Messerschmidt LMFT, 5212 Katella Ave, Suite 103-B, Los Alamitos, CA 90720, (707)654-3213 It can get easier. As a fellow animal lover and mourner, I have devoted my Therapeutic Private Practice to helping those struggling with Pet Loss & Bereavement. I am licensed, California-based, MFT-certified in EMDR therapy (the leading trauma recovery modality). I work virtually with clients on a variety of topics related to loss including anticipatory loss, survivors' guilt, medical trauma, "prolonged" grief, disenfranchised grief, meaning making, hopelessness, post-traumatic growth and more. I use my extensive knowledge with EMDR therapy, previous experience working in an emergency vet clinic, and deep understanding/compassion to help you navigate your new life. Briana@Bmessytherapy.com, https://bmessytherapy.com/

Los Angeles/Santa Monica: (in person)/Nationwide Skype: Claire Chew. There is an unspoken bond that we share with our pets. The unconditional love, companionship, and joy they bring us is priceless. Equally hard is the heartache, loss and emptiness we feel at their loss. Claire specializes in coaching and guiding others through their grief and integrating loss with practical, life-long tools. A Certified Pet Loss and Bereavement Counselor and published author and speaker, Claire is a inspirational resource in one's journey of healing. Featured in Marie Claire, InStyle, Martha Stewart's Living, Body + Soul, and on Good Morning America. Group and Individual Support. Specializes in anticipatory pet loss. Claire Chew, Life Transitions Coach/Pet Loss Educator, 2001 Barrington Ave., W. Los Angeles, CA 90025, 310.314.9837, claire@clairechew.com, http://www.clairechew.com

Los Angeles: Judy Kann, Psy.D., LCSW, 1849 Sawtelle Blvd. #540, Los Angeles, CA 90025, 310-479-1026, jkann@chillco.com, https://www.westsidetherapy.com

Los Angeles: Mario Palacios Therapy. Dealing with the loss of your pet can be an overwhelming and painful experience. In trying to come to terms with this big loss, it can be difficult to complete daily tasks as well as facing everyday life. Please know that everyone grieves in their own way and in their own time. There is no right or wrong way to grieve. However, one may need help to come to terms to the new reality of living in the absence of a loved one. I am here to provide a warm, caring, and empathetic environment where you can process the grief. Please contact me for a free consultation to start the healing process. You do not have to go through this alone. Mario Palacios, Mario Palacios Therapy, 5556 S. Centinela Ave., Los Angeles, (310) 384-3922, marspala@yahoo.com, http://www.mariopalaciostherapy.com

Los Angeles: Marian Silverman, M.S., M.F.T., L.E.P., 310-205-2546, http://yourpetloss.com/

Manhattan Beach: Dr. Diane Kelley, 1021 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Suite H, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266, (310) 559-3164, http://drdianekelley.com

Martinez: Cathy Malkin, M.A., Martinez, CA 94553, (925) 671-9208, cathy@animalmuse.com, https://www.animalmuse.com

Mill Valley: Julie Austin, Psy.D. I've devoted myself to helping people through the very difficult and unique process of coping with the loss of a pet. Many people find themselves misunderstood and their grief dismissed. I offer a safe and comforting space to find your way through this. I offer in-person, phone and zoom appointments for individuals (kids and adults), couples and families. Let's meet for a free 30-minute consultation to see if I can be of service. julie@drjulieaustin.com, https://www.drjulieaustin.com/

Monterey: Lani Chin, Psy.D., 574 Polk St. Monterey, CA 93940, 310-344-5550, info@drlanichin.com, http://www.drlanichin.com

Oakland: Jill Goodfriend, RN, LCSW, Facing Pet Loss & Recovering, consultant, advocate, grief counselor. Phone consultations, house calls. (510) 393-1359, jill.goodfriend@gmail.com, http://jillgoodfriend.com/Jill_Goodfriend/Home.html

Orange: Dr. Diane Kelley, 629 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, CA 92866, (310) 559-3164, http://drdianekelley.com

Orange County: (Irvine and Newport Beach), Andrea Keith, LMFT CEAP, 4199 Campus Drive, Suite 550, Irvine, CA 92612, 949-650-2442, akeithmft@gmail.com, http://www.time4therapy.com/

Pasadena: Melissa Lopez, Psychotherapist Specializing in Bereavement Including Pet Loss. Pet loss is a very difficult and unique experience. I work with people who are struggling with bereavement issues including the loss of that special friend, your pet. This time can be a time that is filled with confusion, guilt, shame, doubt and there is no reason to go through this difficult time by yourself. I am here to walk with you, here to help you process your feelings and here to help you find manners to help you cope. I offer individual, couples and family psychotherapy. Call for a free consultation. Melissa Lopez, LCSW, 107 South Fairoaks Ave. #312, Pasadena, CA 91105, (323) 841-9950, mlopezlcsw@gmail.com, http://www.counseling4allseasons.com/. Schedule an appointment online.

Roseville: Kathy Gelein, LMFT, 901 Sunrise Ave. Suite A19, Roseville, CA 95661, (916)804-6471, klgelein@gmail.com, http://www.themarriagemender.com

San Diego: Meg Kaufman, MFT, 9815 Carroll Canyon Rd., Suite 101, San Diego, CA 92131, (858) 566-3333, MegMFT@sbcglobal.net, http://www.megkaufman.com/

San Diego: Nancy Gordon, San Diego, CA 92160, (858) 472-5722, nancygordon7practices@gmail.com, http://www.nancygordonglobal.com

San Fernando Valley: Dr. Kathleen Ayl, Certified Pet Loss Recovery Specialist has devoted her practice to Pet Loss Support since 1997. Author of Coping With The Loss Of Your Pet and When Helping Hurts, Compassion Fatigue and the Veterinary Care Professional, Dr. Ayl offers: Private Phone Sessions; Individual Consultations; Groups; Workshops and Lectures. Pet Loss and Grief Associates cover Sherman Oaks, Agoura Hills, Ventura, Santa Barbara, Culver City, Redondo Beach and Valencia. If you are in pain over the loss or potential loss of your precious one, please call or text us at 818-458-8106 or 818-458-8102. You don't have to do this alone. dr.ayl@griefassociates.com, http://www.petlossandgriefassociates.com. Good Standing Members of ADEC.

San Francisco/Bay Area: Natasha Griffin, LMFT, San Francisco Bay Area, (925) 315-7552, natashagriffintherapy@gmail.com, https://www.ebbandflowfamilycounseling.com/

San Francisco: Tara Cronin MFT, ATR-BC, 301 Chenery Street, San Francisco CA 94131, 415-820-1471, tara@sfcreativetherapy.com, http://www.sfcreativetherapy.com/pet_grief_and_loss_counseling_support_san_francisco.html

San Francisco: Kelly Nguyen, 399 Laurel Street, San Francisco, CA 94118, (415) 938-7670, kelly2nguyen@gmail.com, http://kellynguyentherapy.com

San Francisco: Kevin Ringstaff, Grief Recovery Specialist, PetCloud, 1-833-PET-1234, kevin@petcloud.pet, https://petcloud.pet/grief-counseling/. Offers phone and online counseling.

San Luis Obispo: Marina Resa, MA MFT, 3940-7 Broad St. #196, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, (323) 686-1010, marinaresa@gmail.com, http://www.marinaresatherapy.com. Offering telehealth only at this time.

San Rafael/San Francisco: Diane Hough, 351 Ninth Street, #202 San Francisco, CA 94103, 415-488-9082, Diane@Counseling-Coaching.com, http://counseling-coaching.com/

Santa Rosa: Cara DeLaRosa is a Certified Pet Loss Grief Coach, Certified Animal Hospice Professional, Reiki master and intuitive healer with over a decade of experience within this niche field. She serves pet parents across the US offering quality of life assessments, animal hospice support, private grief coaching sessions, 7 month self paced pet loss course, ongoing monthly pet loss support group and more. She personally understands the nuances and isolation of a disenfranchised grief like pet loss and believes that animals are Spiritual teachers. Her expertise includes educating pet parents on navigating advanced age and diagnoses, working with families to determine custom quality of life maps for their animals, offering guidance and support through both natural death and veterinary assisted euthanasia, addressing the emotional support pieces needed before and after death and working alongside mobile vets during the euthanasia process to create mindful transitions. 707.331.4841, https://www.caradelarosa.com, petlossgriefcoach@gmail.com

Temecula: Michelle North, LMFT, True North Therapy + Workshops, 28475 Old Town Front St., Temecula, CA 92590, 951-395-1899, truenorththerapyworkshops@gmail.com, http://www.truenorththerapyworkshops.com

Torrance/Hermosa Beach: Ann Palik, MA, MFT, 3820 Del Amo Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503, (310) 538-3512, ann@therapy-conscious.com, https://therapy-conscious.com/pet-loss/

Truckee: Bonnie Goodman, M.A., CT, Truckee, CA 96161, 650-619-0237, bonniemgoodman@gmail.com, http://www.goodmancounseling.com

Westlake Village: Theresa Heyes, LMFT. I help people who have suffered the loss of their beloved pet get back their life in new ways. Ways that recognize the gift that was their relationship. With my assistance, clients are able to navigate through the journey of grief. Knowing what they have been able to handle and recognizing where they are stuck. They can identify what issues they still have from grief. They learn new skills. I offer group, individual and phone counseling. There's no reason to wait another day. 2660 Townsgate Road, Suite 780, Westlake Village, CA 91361, 818-312-4850 or newway2b@msn.com; https://newway2b.com/.

West Los Angeles: Jonathan Rocklin, MFT, 2001 S. Barrington #211, West Los Angeles, CA 90025, 310-562-4221, jonrocklin@yahoo.com, https://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/name/Jonathan_Rocklin_MA,MFT_Los+Angeles_California_62999


IN-HOME EUTHANASIA/HOSPICE CARE:

Anaheim: Dr. Daniella Ross, Codapet, Anaheim, CA, (833) 263-2738, marketing@codapet.com, https://www.codapet.com/cities/anaheim-ca

Auburn: Sabrina Wright-Myers, DVM, Loving Goodbyes, PO Box 3247, Auburn, CA, 95604, 530-888-1136, sabrinadvm@yahoo.com, http://www.LovingGoodbyes.net

Concord: Dr. Alex Doss, Codapet, Carlsbad, CA, (833) 263-2738, info@codapet.com, https://www.codapet.com/cities/carlsbad-ca. Serves Carlsbad and surrounding areas.

Concord: Dr. Laurie Noe, Codapet, Concord, CA, (833) 263-2738, info@codapet.com, https://www.codapet.com/cities/concord-ca. Serves Concord and surrounding areas.

El Cajon/San Diego County: Kristi Freeman, DVM, Graceful Departure Pet Center, 1177 Greenfield Dr, Suite B, El Cajon, CA 92021, 619-741-5366, kfreevet@gmail.com, http://www.gracefuldeparture.com. In-home euthanasia and hospice care; serves all of San Diego County.

Fresno: Dr. Sarah Clem, Codapet, Fresno, CA, (833) 263-2738, info@codapet.com, https://www.codapet.com/cities/fresno-ca

Fresno/Clovis: Dr. Bethany Hsia, Codapet, Fresno/Clovis, CA, (833) 263-2738, marketing@codapet.com, https://www.codapet.com/cities/fresno-ca

Fresno/Clovis: Dr. Gary Hsia, Codapet, Fresno/Clovis, CA, (833) 263-2738, marketing@codapet.com, https://www.codapet.com/cities/fresno-ca

Fresno: Dr. Jenny Tovar, Codapet, Fresno, CA, (833) 263-2738, info@codapet.com, https://www.codapet.com/cities/fresno-ca

Fresno: Dr. Karen Whala, Codapet, Fresno, CA, (833) 263-2738, info@codapet.com, https://www.codapet.com/

Los Angeles: Dr. Daniella Ross, Codapet, Los Angeles, CA, (833) 263-2738, marketing@codapet.com, https://www.codapet.com/cities/los-angeles-ca

Los Angeles County: Pet Loss At Home, 8am-8pm, Seven Days A Week, Within 1-3 Hours Notice. Multiple Veterinarians, Better Availability. 877-219-4811, http://www.PetLossAtHome.com

Madera/Fresno: Mashawn Orth, CodaPet, Madera, CA 93638, (833) 263-2738, info@codapet.com, https://www.codapet.com/cities/fresno-ca

Palo Alto: Jenn Winnick, DVM, Peaceful Pathways In Home Pet Hospice and Euthanasia Services, 2625 Middlefield Way #290, Palo Alto, CA 94306, 650-316-5069, info@peacefulpathways.com, http://www.peacefulpathways.com

Penn Valley: Dr. Linda Reznicek, PO Box 877, Penn Valley, CA 95946, 530-863-3632, DrLindaVet@ProtonMail.com, http://www.goodbyeathome.net/

Ripon: Ann Scearce, The Path - Senior, Alternative and Hospice Veterinary Care, PO Box 382, Ripon, CA 95366, 209-275-9422, info@thepathvetcare.com. In-home senior and hospice care and in-home euthanasia in the Northern San Joaquin and Tri-Valley areas. http://www.thepathvetcare.com

San Diego: Dr. Emi Daniel, San Diego, CA 92102, (833) 263-2738, marketing@codapet.com, https://www.codapet.com/cities/san-diego-ca

San Diego: Sondra Elson, DVM, Compassionate Heart, San Diego, CA, (619) 344-0045, DrSondra@MyCompassionateHeart.com, http://www.mycompassionateheart.com/

Santa Clarita: Dr. Marlene Anschultz, Codapet, Santa Clarita, CA, (833) 263-2738, info@codapet.com, https://www.codapet.com/cities/santa-clarita-ca. Serves Santa Clarita and surrounding area.

Santa Rosa: Cara DeLaRosa, Certified Animal Hospice Professional. I provide in-person physical animal hospice support services, quality of life evaluations and assist vets with home euthanasia. 707.331.4841, petlossgriefcoach@gmail.com, https://www.caradelarosa.com. For more information, see my listing under "Counselors."

Soquel: Gabrielle Ravina, DVM, Peaceful Paws Veterinary Hospice 4041 Soquel Dr., Suite A206, Soquel, CA 95073, (831)708-9588, info@peacefulpawsvet.net, http://www.peacefulpawsvet.net

Thousand Oaks: Lorraine Watson, DVM, Thousand Oaks, CA 91359, (805) 494-3339, drwatson@dr-4-pets.com, https://dr-4-pets.com


CEMETERIES/CREMATORIES:

Please note that most veterinary clinics and many SPCAs/humane societies also offer cremation services.

Alhambra: At Garden's Edge Pet Aftercare, 511 S. Palm Avenue, Suite 8, Alhambra, CA 91803, (626) 407-3540, info@atgardensedge.com, http://www.atgardensedge.com

Alisa Viejo: Angel Paws Pet Cremation, 27068 La Paz Rd. #770, Aliso Viejo, 92656, (949) 313-8030, info@angelpawscremation.com, http://www.angelpawscremation.com

Anderson: Sleepy Hollow Pet Cemetery & Crematory, 4575 Rhonda Rd., Anderson, CA 96007-9006, (530) 365-9093, info@sleepyhollowpet.com, http://www.sleepyhollowpet.com/

Calabasas: Los Angeles Pet Memorial Park, 5068 N. Old Scandia Lane, P.O. Box 8517, Calabasas, CA 91372-8517, (818) 591-7037, lapetcem@sbcglobal.net, https://lapetcemetery.com/

Colma: Pet's Rest Cemetery & Crematorium, 1905 Hillside Blvd., Colma, CA 94014-2872, (650) 755-2201, phil@petsrest.com, http://www.petsrest.com

El Cajon: Graceful Departure Pet Center [Cremation], 1177 Greenfield Dr, Suite B, El Cajon, CA 92021, 619-334-0708, kfreevet@gmail.com, http://www.gracefuldeparture.com

Escondido: West Coast Pet Memorial, 423 North Hale Avenue, Escondido, CA, 92029, (619) 677-4551, https://www.westcoastpetmemorial.com/contact-escondido/

Fresno: Central California SPCA Columbarium & Cremation, 103 S. Hughes Ave., Fresno, CA 93706-1207, (559) 233-7722 x 107, http://ccspca.com/programs-and-services/columbarium-services/

Fresno: Fresno Pet Cemetery, 1500 W Nielsen Ave., Fresno, CA 93706-0013, (559) 266-6753, fresnopetcemetery@yahoo.com, http://www.fresnopetcemetery.com/

Gardena: Pet Haven Pet Cemetery, 18300 S. Figueroa St., Gardena, CA 90248 (310) 532-2477, info@pethavencemeteryandcrematory.com, http://www.pethavencemeteryandcrematory.com/

Huntington Beach: Sea Breeze Pet Cemetery, 19542 Beach Blvd, Huntington Beach, CA 92648, (714) 962-7111, info.hb@westcoastpetmemorial.com, http://www.seabreezepetcemetery.com

Lake Elsinore: West Coast Pet Memorial, 29420 Hunco Way, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530, (951) 245-9154, info.lakeelsinore@westcoastpetmemorial.com, https://www.westcoastpetmemorial.com/contact-lake-elsinore/

Los Angeles: Royal Pet Mortuary Inc., 2554 Lincoln Blvd. Suite 325, Marina del Rey, California 90291, (310) 313-2108, info@petmortuary.com, http://petmortuary.com/

Los Angeles: West Coast Pet Memorial, 3537 E 16th St., Los Angeles, CA 90023, 855.729.7738, info.la@westcoastpetmemorial.com, https://www.westcoastpetmemorial.com/contact-los-angeles/

Merced: Franklin Pet Cemetery, West Coast Pet Memorial, 2405 Ashby Rd., Merced, CA 95348-3557, (209) 383-4582, https://www.westcoastpetmemorial.com/contact-merced/

Napa Valley: Bubbling Well Pet Memorial Park, 2462 Atlas Peak Road, Napa Valley, CA, (707) 255-3456, info@bubbling-well.com, http://www.bubbling-well.com

Orange: Paws and Claws Aquamation, 2328 N Batavia St., Unit 106, Orange, CA 92865,(714) 363-3354, info@pawsaquamation.com, http://www.pawsaquamation.com

Paso Robles: West Coast Pet Memorial - Afterlife Services for Your Beloved Pet Our Paso Robles facility offers cremation services throughout the Central Coast/Valley of California. Our services are offered through local veterinarians and privately. Our new facility has expanded to a Equine Division. Services for pets of all sizes - Communal Cremations (spread on private vineyard), Private and Exclusive Cremations returned to you in an urn of your choice. 202 Easy Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446, 888-216-6127, info.PasoRobles@WestCoastPetMemorial.com, https://www.westcoastpetmemorial.com/contact-paso-robles/. Formerly Eden Memorial Pet Care.

Penn Valley: Dr. Linda Reznicek, PO Box 877, Penn Valley, CA 95946, 530-863-3632, DrLindaVet@ProtonMail.com, http://www.goodbyeathome.net/ (cremation services)

Sacramento: Koefran Services for Pets (cremation), P.O. Box 276424, Sacramento, CA 95827-6424, 916.361.0911, 800.822.6768, http://www.koefran.com/

Sacramento: West Coast Pet Memorial, 4601 Pell Drive, Sacramento, CA 95838, (916) 348-4000, info.sacramento@westcoastpetmemorial.com, https://www.westcoastpetmemorial.com/contact-sacramento/

San Bernardino: Gateway Pet Cemetery/Crematory, 3450 Frontage Rd, San Bernardino, CA 92407, (909) 885-1600, Gatewaypetcemetery@yahoo.com, http://www.gatewaypetcemetery.com

San Diego: Sorrento Valley Pet Cemetery & Crematory, 10801 Sorrento Valley Rd, San Diego, CA 92121, (619) 276-3361, info@svpc.biz, http://www.svpc.biz/

San Diego: San Diego Pet Memorial Park/West Coast Pet Memorial, 8995 Crestmar Pt., San Diego, CA, 92121, (858) 909-0009, info@westcoastpetmemorial.com, https://www.westcoastpetmemorial.com/contact-san-diego/

San Marcos: Angel Paws Pet Cremation, 120 N. Pacific Street #C-4, San Marcos, CA 92069, 760-510-1010, info@angelpawscremation.com, http://www.angelpawscremation.com

Sun Valley: Cal Pet Crematory, 9595 Glenoaks Blvd, Sun Valley, CA 91352, (818) 983-2313, info@calpet.com, http://www.calpet.com/

Sun Valley: Guardian Animal Aftercare, LLC, 11173 Tuxford Street, Sun Valley, CA 91352, 818 768-6465, info@guardianaftercare.com, http://www.guardianaftercare.com (offering individual, private, communal and whole horse cremation services)

Temecula: West Coast Pet Memorial, 42353 Avenida Alvarado, Temecula, CA 92590, (951) 927-8170, info.temecula@westcoastpetmemorial.com, https://www.westcoastpetmemorial.com/contact-temecula/

Tracy: Blue Creek Pet Cremation Service, 793 S. Tracy Blvd #212, Tracy, CA 95376, (866) 801-4979, bluecreekpet@gmail.com, http://www.bluecreekpet.com


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