Our beloved dog Delilah passed away in the early morning of April 7, 2024 at the age of 13 years…read more Her passing happened on a weekend, and many of the locations that I contacted were either closed, couldn't pick up until another day, or couldn't do a pick up due to us not being part of the area they serviced. It was already a stressful situation as it was. Thankfully, Pets.RIP was available at any hour of the day, so I made a call to Kwasi who answered my call and answered all my questions that I had. Kwasi is definitely a gem of a person; he is very compassionate, and being a pet owner himself, he understands the stresses that a passing of a beloved pet can have on its owner and family. There was no rush on when he could pick up; he told us to take as much time as we needed and to call him when we were ready for her to be picked up. After he picked her up to have a private cremation done, we kept in contact with him and he provided updates on when her urn would be ready. After 10 days from when he picked her up, he contacted me to let me know that her urn was ready. He went above and beyond and drove here to personally bring her to us. We would have been okay with having to pick her up from where ever she was, but the fact that Kwasi did this really touched us. Again, he is truly a gem of a person. Her urn was a beautiful sheesam urn with a nameplate of Delilah on it. Seeing it made me cry because I missed her, but also happy that she is finally back with us. If you ever need a private cremation (they also offer communal cremation) for a beloved pet that passed, please do not hesitate to contact Pets.RIP. The prices are reasonable, and they will take care of you from the moment you contact them until the time you receive your pet's urn.

My best friend passed to puppy heaven and after 10 years of companionship my friend is gone, but…read morewill never be forgotten. I was at a total loss of what to do. I called Kwasi and he was here to pick Jack up in 30 minutes. I really appreciate how quickly he arrived and had Jack back to me. I cant thank you enough! Daniel

I sent Jessie's remains to Happy Tails and I want to share that Mona and staff were sensitive to my…read moresituation and took care of my request in a professional and timely manner. Thank you Mona and staff!

My beloved Bailey passed away at home. I contacted Jessica and was able to drop my dog off…read moreimmediately for cremation. I received wonderful customer service and the urn my Bailey was delivered in is beautiful. I highly recommend this place. 5 stars.

I have to admit Something!!!…read more I Love Dawgs !!! I think the Oakland SPCA does a Great job of Caring for Animals especially Dawgs !!! Every time I Visit the Dawgs they Seem Very Clean , Healthy and Happy!!!! Lately I been visiting more often!! My Sister is a Big time Dawg Person!!! She lost her Puppy to Old Age 3 Months ago!! She called me up recently and said she was coming to get me!!! We rolled to the SPCA !!! She had seen a Litter of French Bullies /Chihuahua Puppies on their Website!!! We got there before they Opened!! We were the first ones in !!! We visited the Puppies and a Merle Puppy chose my Sister and I !!! So we went to the Puppy Playroom With the Merle and had a Ball with her . The Puppy was so Cute she licked my face then fell asleep in my arms!! My Sister adopted her and named her Killua !!! This is a Baller On A Budget Approved Establishment!!! I Keep My Pimp Hand Strong!!! Number 34 of the Top 50 most Prolific Yelp Elites of 2025!!!!

Super impressed with the vet clinic at the EAST BAY SPCA. Last week saw a Great doctor/dentist who…read moregave thorough explanation of her diagnosis. Vet tech also great at keeping me informed as to progress, details, and expedited blood test, too. Today, i Just dropped off fec. sample to reception and Marina not only expedited, but remembered my name and my cat Onyx's name, too!! Sheesh, I can't remember what I had for breakfast! And she must see dozens of people per day. She also explained exactly when test results come back, costs for services VERY CLEARLY all while managing batch of others in waiting area. Altogether a very well-run clinic with top notch professionals in all departments.

My wife and my dog recently died due a battle with cancer. We were referred to Golden State Pet…read moreCrematorium which is in Livermore, we live in Oakland. I wanted to shoutout the staffer who helped us, Kass, who was very friendly, responsive and respectful and answered all of our questions in a timely manner. There are some options when a pet passes. We scheduled our vet to help us with in-home euthanasia, and we made plans to bring our dog to Golden State. They had a room available to us to say goodbye, we even brought our other dog with us to say goodbye. The have a variety of package options (custom urns, etc.), we had our own plans in mind but Kass was not too pushy in trying to upsell options. When you dropoff a pet for cremation, they say they will turn that around in 7-10 business days, I think they did it in 6. It feels a little weird to review a pet crematorium, but we have another dog at the moment, and we'd consider using Golden State again.

Meant to post this review earlier, but was caught up processing my grief from losing my fur best…read morefriend. That said, I just wanted to say thank you to Shane again for his true patience, professionalism, kindness and understanding throughout the whole process. A friend recommended me to Shane and Golden State Pet Crematorium after she lost her fur baby. When the time came after Indy; my dog, passed away, I contacted them the next day. They said that we could come in asap and that there was no wait period, which I appreciated. On top of that, he empathized and was patient with me when I sobbed on the phone because it happened so soon. Which I truly appreciated since it proved to me that Shane is a real one. To wrap up, their prices are extremely fair, the options are gorgeous as seen in the pics I included, and the turn around time to complete the cremation was finished in a week. I would highly recommend Shane to anyone who is looking for a crematorium for their recently deceased fur baby. 10/10 easy for this spot.

It is so hard to lose a beloved pet. But Dr Gina and the team at A Gentle Rest made it easier in so…read moremany ways They handle everything and come to you. Dr Gina gave us the time to say goodbye with no pressure, included our family members graciously, and treated our sweet old girl with the utmost respect and care. Thank you Dr Gina!

On March 18th I said goodbye to my beloved dog, Toby. It was one of the hardest days, but I'm…read moreincredibly grateful for the care we received from Dr. Gina Henriksen and the team at A Gentle Rest in San Francisco. Dr. Gina brought such compassion and calm during Toby's final moments. She took her time, treated him with dignity, and supported me well beyond what was expected. The way she gently tucked him in before taking him, with flowers and a soft light in place, made a painful moment feel peaceful. Losing Toby is something I feel every day. Thank you to Dr. Gina and everyone at A Gentle Rest.

We made the agonizing decision to put our beloved rescue dog of 13 years down…read more We discovered Dr. Park's Mobile Vet Service on yelp that fulfilled our desire for home euthanasia services. Dr. Park's contact information provided a phone number where we can communicate via text, so I texted an initial inquiry on a Saturday afternoon, not expecting a prompt response. Within 30 minutes, Dr. Park responded. Thankfully, she was available for a Monday morning appointment. She provided links to all the pertinent information needed: pricing, process, and FAQs. Also provided were the necessary links to book the services. Dr. Park arrived at the scheduled appointment time and immediately sought to comfort our dog and our family. After reviewing the process with us again, she made sure to answer all our questions and only proceeded when we stated we were ready. She waited patiently while we said our final farewells before proceeding. The procedure went exactly as described, and Dr. Park provided much needed words of comfort once our beloved pup crossed over. She placed his body in a modest basket carrier, complete with flowers, and gave us the time we needed before taking him away. We couldn't have asked for more with the service Dr. Park provided. She exceeded our expectations to lay our dog to rest with the utmost dignity. We fully appreciate the service Dr. Park provided and highly recommend her services. She even sent us a sympathy card a few days after, a nice touch! Her pricing is transparent and reasonable. Thank you so much, Dr. Park!

Thank you Dr. Park for a peaceful transition to heaven for my dog, Squishy…read more Dr. Park had a very calming and friendly presence, which helped make the process very smooth. It was my first time going through a process like this and so there were so many things I was not familiar with but Dr. Park made it easy to understand and answered all the questions I had. She was easy to communicate with, professional, knowledgeable, and worked with my schedule. RIP Squishy. I will see you in heaven!

My dog was a warrior battling lymphoma for 372 days. The support staff that walked me thru the…read moreprocess was patient and compassionate. I had scheduled an appointment for the end of the week, but was checking to see availability almost daily. The team never made me feel like it was an imposition and their policy of cancelling 4 hours ahead was reassuring. But as I saw my dog decline day by day, and the morning off he didn't want to eat - I decided to called early morning hours to see if there was availability that day. Dr. Karen Vine was patient, compassionate and empathetic, walking me thru step by step the process. And her examination of my dog made it more reassuring I was making the right choice at the right time.

Last year, my family had to say goodbye to our two senior dogs within a six month period, and both…read moretimes the experience was handled with deep compassion and care by Dr. Ami Hensley. She gently walked us through every step of the process, explained what to expect, and gave us all the time and space we needed. Her calm presence and kindness made all the difference and it was because of such a positive first experience working with Dr. Hensley that it was no question who we would work with when we had to say goodbye to our second baby. Choosing an in-home service allowed our dogs to be comfortable and surrounded by love, and we are so grateful for the peaceful goodbye they were given. I would give 5+ stars without hesitation to Restful Paws and would recommend them to anyone facing one of the hardest decisions a pet parent has to make.

Laying my beloved Darla to rest was one of the most painful moments of my life, yet Pets Rest…read moreCemetery provided a level of care, respect, and spiritual comfort that brought peace to my heart. Their grounds are serene and beautifully maintained, offering a sacred space where our companions can rest with dignity. I want to express my deepest gratitude to Teresa and Julio, whose compassion and professionalism were truly a blessing. Teresa guided me with patience, gentleness, and understanding, making every step feel supported. Julio handled Darla's arrangements with profound respect, treating her as a cherished soul rather than just a pet. Their kindness reflected true humanity and grace. In a moment of grief, they offered not only service but comfort rooted in compassion, reminding me that God watches over all His creatures. I felt that Darla was honored, cared for, and entrusted to a place where love continues beyond this life. Pets Rest Cemetery is more than a resting place -- it is a sanctuary. I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking a peaceful, respectful, and spiritually comforting place to honor their beloved companion. I'd like to thank everyone at Pets rest cemetery for your patience and support! From, The Amaya Family!

Life feels unbearable losing my little girl who was by my side 24/7 during both of our health…read morebattles we've fought together, since the day we found each other. As we both began to decline from terminal illness and disabilities, where mine progressing caused my attention to split- This caused further issues for her wellbeing and safety. A traumatic accident resulted, and where I also couldn't rush to her to stop it in time. She survived the tragic fall, and yet her injuries were far too much to add. I had to choose to set her free. Part ways with my other half, and lay my baby to rest. To have an angel of a mobile vet come to us, so Lucy would not need to be in pain and anxiety in a car to a clinic, then scared in a clinic as her final moment, was a huge gift. Then what saved me from full blown drowning after, is finding Pets Rest. Where I could stay with Lucy's remains, and all the way through. This option to witness was a must for me. To never take my eye off of her ever again, even after her passing. This was not something I even knew I could do, until looking into Pets Rest. The got us in very quickly, in just 2 days. The chapel, the grounds, the employees-everyone and everything about this business is absolutely beautiful. Perhaps an example of something I've heard of called "sacred commerce". They're not trying to get rich here. In fact I wonder how they afford to be so fair and generous. Taking no shortcuts, but going the extra miles to create and maintain such a gorgeous heartwarming setting. Giving us plenty of time to grieve and say goodbye, in their Saint Charles Chapel. What I got out of this experience, I'm sure would cost a fortune anywhere in the country. And here this is San Francisco... The operator was so kind, patient, compassionate and very informative. I learned so much from him. He was the best part of my experience with Pets Rest. I always want to drive by when i can, even though I didn't buy a burial plot, I'll always see Pets Rest as where to go to honor Lucy's life. Very blessed for this family business. Thank you,

Im writing this review to thank all the team at PETS for their honesty and empathy during one of…read morethe hardest moments I have experienced. I went online and filled out the forms necessary for an emergency visit. When I arrived they were already expecting her, despite it being 4th of July, things moved quickly. Our dog was of old age, not eating, and lethargic. I was expecting that it was likely she was in the middle of passing away, which the team confirmed. The team put me in a room where I could talk with my family and make a decision with them (since I was dog sitting and everyone else was out of town). While the decision needed to be made quickly about next steps, they were empathetic and patient with us. We opted to put our girl to sleep; she was in a lot of suffering. The doctor was so respectful and it was a peaceful process. Thank you for caring for our Chispita. We are grateful for a sad yet peaceful experience.

Super fantastic experience. They took great care of our 16 year old cat. They provided plenty of…read moreexplanations and allowed us to ask a bunch of questions. They are very affordable for an emergency vet (much cheaper than Oak Vet who we've also been to) Highly recommend

Quick response and handled our dog with care with when she was picked up. Definitely would…read morerecommend!!!

On 12/23/25, my beloved Halo passed. I called multiple places in regards to how they would take…read morecare of him. I don't know how to explain it but I didn't feel the connection with them to entrust them with Halo. Tony called from Peaceful Pets of The Bay Area and while speaking with him, he made me feel better and comforted. He came to pickup Halo that day . They took great care and love for my beloved Halo. I received text messages for pickup, delay, and drop off times. I really appreciated the card and the "footprint" they have given and left for me, both physically and mentally. Thank you all that were involved in his care at Peaceful Pets of The Bay Area.