In-Home Pet End-of-Life Care · Florida & Texas

Gentle, at-home care for your pet's final chapter across Florida and Texas.

Whether you're noticing the first signs of change, or you've already made the hardest decision, we're here for the whole journey.

Call us: (855) 683-3838 Let us call you
5.0 187 families · Google Reviews
We come to you, always Licensed, certified veterinarians Often available within 24–48 hours Grief support at no extra cost

Meet Loved

What is Loved, in one minute

Listen to Dr. Stephanie and care manager Holly Yoerger explain who we are and how we care for pets and the families who love them.

We walk alongside families through the whole final chapter

Loved is not just here for the last day. We are here for every stage, from the first quiet signs that something is changing, through the months of managing, to the final goodbye.

01 · Quality of Life Assessment

For the quiet moments you can't quite explain.

Loved sits between your primary veterinarian and the emergency room. We come into your home, take the time these conversations need, and give you honest guidance on what comes next.

Learn about the Quality of Life Assessment

02 · Ongoing Support

Through the months of managing

Pain management, quality-of-life reassessments, regular vet tech check-ins, and someone to call when you notice a change. The goal is not just to extend time, but to make the time that remains as good as it can be.

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03 · In-Home Euthanasia

When it's time for goodbye

Unhurried, at home, with your whole family present. When the time comes, we are already there as a team you know and trust, making sure your pet's final hours are as peaceful as their best ones.

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I'm noticing changes We're ready to say goodbye
Loved Reviews

How Loved helped them

187+ reviews · 5.0 on Google

Charlie Pohl
Charlie Pohl
Lakeland, FL · June 2024
★★★★★

“Our experience with EverLoved Pet Care was a good one. Our beloved pet Sharpei mix had been in decline for a while but on a Saturday, took a turn for the worse. Our vet was closed that day, another vet would not see her because she wasn't a regular patient. She was desperately ill and we needed help. I googled pet euthanasia and EverLoved came on my phone. The vet came to the house, was thoughtful and kind, and put our cherished pet out of her misery. They took her away, arranged her cremation and delivered her ashes back to us. We are most appreciative of everything they did and would highly recommend them.”

Zulay Lantigua
Zulay Lantigua
Lakeland, FL · June 2024
★★★★★
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“Who ever is going through the difficult process of having to put their furry baby to sleep, I 1000% recommend EverLoved Vet Care in Lakeland. Dr. Bowes is the most compassionate at such difficult times at an unbeatable price. My regular vet do euthanasia but not at the comfort of my sweet Dominick own home, at our own pace and available day or time. Love Dr. Bowes❤️Ps- picture frame not included.”

Dr. Stephanie Bowes
Darla Trasport
Darla Trasport
Lakeland, FL · June 2024
★★★★★
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“I’m so thankful for EverLoved Vet Care & the special services they provide. Dr. Stephanie is so patient, kind & compassionate, & she made Ella’s transition to the rainbow bridge very peaceful. I have been so touched by everyone at EverLoved for their compassion. They care about the pet, as well as the pet owner.”

Dr. Stephanie Bowes
Alan Morlan
Alan Morlan
Houston, TX · July 2026
★★★★★

“Kind, thoughtful, patient. Explained the process and allowed the time that we needed.”

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Signs it's time to reach out

You're noticing something. Trust that.

Pets don't tell us when something is wrong. They show us, in small ways that are easy to dismiss. If any of these sound familiar, that's enough reason to call.

They've stopped joining you upstairs

Sleeping on the kitchen tile instead of their usual bed

Putting the brakes on at the back door or driveway

Turning away from food they always loved

Only moving between two rooms, their world slowly shrinking

A question you can't quite shake, even if you can't name it yet

Talk to us about what you're seeing

Complete care

Everything your family needs in this season of life

From comfort care visits and telehealth consultations to aftercare coordination and grief support. We walk alongside families through every stage of the final chapter.

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Quality of Life Assessment

Loved sits between your primary veterinarian and the emergency room. We come into your home, take the time these conversations need, and give you honest guidance on what comes next.

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In-Home Euthanasia

When the time comes, we are already there, as a team you know and trust. Unhurried, at home, with your whole family present.

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Telehealth Consultation

A video call with one of our veterinarians to answer your questions and help you understand what your pet needs, from the comfort of home.

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Comfort Care

An ongoing hospice-style plan for pets who need more than a single visit, built after a Quality of Life Assessment.

Currently available in Lakeland & Tampa, FL

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Free Grief Support

Complimentary online grief support sessions led by licensed professionals, for as long as you need.

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Aftercare & Cremation

Respectful cremation options and personalized memorial keepsakes to honor your pet.

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The process

We walk alongside you. Every step.

From the first call, even if you're not sure you're ready, through the days after the appointment. No pressure. No uncertainty. No question too small.

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Call or request online

Our care team answers with compassion. No pressure.

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Schedule at your convenience

Visits Monday to Friday, 8am to 8pm.

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We come to your home

Your vet arrives, calm and unhurried.

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Aftercare & grief support

We stay with you beyond the goodbye.

Where we serve

Serving families near you

We currently serve three regions across Florida and Texas, with more areas coming soon. If you're unsure whether we cover your city, call us and we'll let you know.

Florida

Lakeland
Polk County

Polk County and surrounding areas

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Florida

Plant City
Hillsborough County

Hillsborough County and surrounding areas

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Florida

Tampa
Hillsborough County

Hillsborough County and surrounding areas

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Florida

Winter Haven
Polk County

Polk County and surrounding areas

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More areas coming soon. Don't see your city? (855) 683-3838. We may still be able to help.

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Why families choose us

Trusted guides for the final chapter

We built Loved around one belief: that the final chapter of a pet's life deserves the same unhurried care as every chapter before it. Everything we do reflects that.

At-home, always

We never ask families to travel. At home, we notice the subtle routine changes: the new sleeping spot, the hesitation at the back door, the small withdrawals that matter. Those details change everything, and you can only see them at home.

Licensed & specialist-trained

Our full-time Loved veterinarians hold full licensure and CPEV (Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian) certification, a specialist credential in end-of-life care. They are chosen for their clinical skill and, equally, for the way they show up for families in difficult moments.

With you before and after

Our care team is available from the first uncertain call, even when you're not sure you're ready. Once a family has a question, that's enough reason to reach out. And our support continues long after the appointment ends, with complimentary grief sessions for every family we serve.

Only 12–15% of practices qualify

AAHA-accredited: because your pet deserves the best

AAHA accreditation isn't required. It's a choice, and we chose it because we believe your pet's final moments deserve the highest standard of care, backed by independently verified expertise.

  • Your pet's comfort comes first. AAHA standards guide our use of best practices for comfort, relaxation, and pain management. We take every measure to make this transition as gentle as possible.
  • A calm, stress-free experience. Our AAHA-trained team uses gentle techniques, soft voices, and the familiar home setting to ease your pet's transition. Their last moments should feel safe and full of love.
  • Compassion backed by expertise. Our veterinarians specialize in creating a peaceful, respectful goodbye. This isn't just our job. It's our calling.
Read Dr. Stephanie's feature in AAHA Trends Magazine

"No one should have to apologize to their pet. They should be able to say: I did everything I could for you."

12–15%

of veterinary practices meet
AAHA's rigorous standards

Certified in end-of-life veterinary care

CPEV-certified: specialists in peaceful goodbyes

Our full-time veterinarians hold the CPEV credential, issued by CAETA, because we believe the last moments of a pet's life deserve a practitioner trained specifically for them.

  • Trained specifically for this moment. CPEV certification focuses entirely on end-of-life care: the protocols, the communication, and the compassion required when a family is saying goodbye.
  • A calmer, more informed experience. Our CPEV-certified vets know how to guide families through every step before it happens. No surprises. No uncertainty. Just quiet, unhurried care.
  • The difference you can feel. When a veterinarian has trained specifically for end-of-life visits, families feel it. The pace is different. The presence is different. That's what CPEV training prepares them for.

"Every family deserves a veterinarian who has trained for this moment, not just a clinician who is willing to make the drive."

Our full-time veterinarians hold
CPEV certification (issued by CAETA)

What's happening

Events & latest guidance

Our latest articles on end-of-life care, grief, and honoring your pet.

My Cat Has Cancer: How Do I Know When It Is Time?
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My Cat Has Cancer: How Do I Know When It Is Time?

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Palliative Care for Cats at Home: What to Expect
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Common questions

You may be wondering…

These are the questions we hear most from families navigating this season. Our full FAQ has answers to everything else.

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Wherever you are in the journey, we're here.

No question is too early, no call too small. Reach out and we'll help you figure out what comes next, with no pressure and no rush.

Trusted by 187 families · 5.0 on Google

Call us: (855) 683-3838 Let us call you