Bringing Compassionate In-Home
Euthanasia for Your Beloved Pet
in their Final Chapter
Dr. Judy Velyvis provides a gentle and peaceful farewell, with the support they deserve in the comfort of their home.
Serving families across Brantford, Paris, Norfolk, Haldimand, Burlington and surrounding areas.
Contact Heart to Home Veterinary Services
Founded by Dr. Judy Velyvis, OUR mobile practice was created to bring a calm, compassionate approach to end-of-life care for your pet, surrounded by the families they loved most.
Let us help you offer your pet a comfortable farewell with the dignity and support they deserve in the safe haven of your arms and their home.
When you're ready, we are here to help. If you feel the time is approaching, you don't have to make the decision alone.
Request your appointment and Dr. Judy Velyvis will respond as soon as possible.
Comfort and Peace for You
and Your Beloved Pet
Every Family, Every Pet, and every story is special. Heart to Home was created to honour that bond by easing the transition in an unhurried and connected manner to help comfort your pet as they rest in your kindness and Love.
Although the beautiful memories and joy of this eternal bond will always remain with you, it is our goal to offer support through this difficult transition.
From the first conversation to the final moments, Dr. Velyvis will walk alongside you with clear information and calming guidance.
About In Home Pet Euthanasia
A gentle, peaceful crossing in the comfort of home.
Together we will commit to a peaceful crossing with a focus on listening and clear communication Dr Judy Velvis will take the time to understand your pets condition and your families needs before, during, and after our visit. That will include a sedation period in order to reduce any anxiety and possible discomfort your pet may be suffering from. Thereafter we arrange for you to be close by as the anesthesia is administered to allow for a progressive sleep state that quietly transitions into the final moment and farewell.
Quality-of-Life Guidance
Gentle guidance when you’re wondering if it’s time.
Deciding when to say goodbye is one of the hardest choices you’ll make for your beloved companion. You don’t have to navigate it alone.
Dr. Judy Velyvis offers thoughtful, one-on-one quality-of-life consultations to help you understand your pet’s comfort, mobility, and daily joy. Together, we’ll explore what you’re noticing at home and what options may provide the most peaceful path forward.
- Discuss changes in appetite, energy, pain and behaviour.
- Review practical tools and “good days / bad days” tracking.
- Consider timing for in-home euthanasia or continued care.
Aftercare & Cremation
Aftercare and Cremation Services
Once you and your family have shared your final Goodbye, your pet will be handled with respect as we prepare for transport and preparation for aftercare through our affiliate crematorium Gateway Pet Memorial .
Options for Communal or Private cremation (with ashes to be returned home) can be arranged. The requested memorial products, such as optional paw prints, are also available to view online and will be delivered back home within a reasonable timeframe discussed.
Grief & Support Resources
Every Family, Every Pet and Every Story
We understand that the journey through your grief process has already begun and encourage you to reach out for support through the Pet Loss and Grief Line provided through Gateway Memorial. The Ontario Veterinary College, together with Pet Trust, also offers help and guidance through this difficult time. Please access these resource links:
Service Areas
Where We Are Honoured to Serve
Heart to Home Veterinary Services is honoured to serve most of Southwestern Ontario, including Brantford, Paris, Norwich, Delhi, Jarvis, Hagersville, Selkirk and most of Norfolk and Haldimand County, as well as the Hamilton and Burlington areas.
In-Home Veterinary Care