CodaPet expands in-home pet euthanasia in Eau Claire

CodaPet added a licensed veterinarian in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, expanding its in-home pet euthanasia network across the Chippewa Valley and surrounding west-central Wisconsin communities. The service is designed to let families say goodbye at home, with appointments that include quality-of-life assessment and aftercare support.

Why it matters: - CodaPet’s expansion gives Eau Claire-area pet owners another option for end-of-life care that takes place at home instead of a clinic. - The service is built to reduce stress for pets and families and to create more control, privacy and closure during a difficult decision. - In-home euthanasia can also connect families with cremation and transportation help when aftercare is needed.

What happened: - CodaPet welcomed licensed veterinarian Dr. Matthew Schaefer to its Eau Claire-area network. - Dr. Schaefer will serve pets and pet parents in Eau Claire and nearby communities in west-central Wisconsin. - The expansion includes Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, Altoona, Lake Hallie, Bloomer, Cadott, Cornell, Stanley, Rice Lake, Colfax and surrounding areas. - The announcement was made July 2, 2026.

The details: - CodaPet operates a network of veterinarians who provide in-home euthanasia for pets. - Before the appointment, the veterinarian contacts the family to answer questions and concerns. - During the visit, the veterinarian reviews the diagnosis and uses a quality-of-life assessment to help confirm the need for euthanasia. - The average visit lasts about 45 minutes. - Families can spend private time with their pets before and after the procedure. - The veterinarian begins only when everyone is ready. - Aftercare support can include transportation and cremation services. - In Eau Claire, in-home euthanasia starts at $300. - Aftercare and cremation start at $75 and vary based on driving distance, pet size and whether cremation is private or communal. - Dr. Schaefer is a Wisconsin native who earned an undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin in 2006 and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the UW School of Veterinary Medicine in 2010. - His background includes a rotating internship in New Jersey, four years in emergency medicine and 11 years in general practice. - CodaPet says its network now supports at-home pet euthanasia in more than 100 cities. - The company also invites veterinarians to learn more at the veterinarian network page.

Between the lines: - The expansion points to rising demand for end-of-life care that happens in familiar surroundings. - CodaPet is positioning its network model as a way to widen access without requiring pet owners to travel during a stressful moment. - Dr. Schaefer’s local roots may help the service resonate in a region he says has been underserved.

What’s next: - CodaPet is continuing to add veterinarians and expand availability in more cities. - Dr. Schaefer’s practice is now available to families across the Chippewa Valley and neighboring communities. - Pet owners can schedule appointments through CodaPet’s website or by calling 1-833-CodaPet.

The bottom line: - CodaPet is bringing at-home pet euthanasia deeper into west-central Wisconsin, with a focus on comfort, dignity and family-centered care.