FAQs
What services do you offer?
We currently offer in-home euthanasia only for dogs, cats, rabbits, and small mammals. See our Fees page for current prices.
What is the house call experience like?
Dr. Braithwaite will arrive at your home within 15 minutes of the appointment time (the leeway helps to cover traffic time).
Before the appointment - Please have your pet ready by having dogs contained to a main room. Many cats do best closed in a bathroom before the doctor arrives.
During the appointment - We will discuss your pet’s history and a plan for the appointment. All costs can be discussed at this time. Dr. Braithwaite will then examine your pet and perform any necessary treatments or collection of lab samples.
Dr. B carries common medications in her car and can provide them at the end of the appointment. Occasionally, we need to order medications through the online pharmacy or work with a compounding pharmacy. Payment is expected at the end of each visit.
After the appointment you will then receive a full summary of the visit within 24 hours via email (this includes any vaccine certificates).
What are your hours?
Dr. B is available by appointment only. Please email info@thesagepet.com to request an appointment.
How do we contact you?
Since we spend our days on house calls, it is difficult to get on the phone and we can respond much quicker to text messages - you can text us directly at (608) 795-7243. We are also available via email (info@thesagepet.com).
Do you provide in-home euthanasia?
Absolutely. One of Dr. B’s passions is providing a peaceful passing for all of our SagePets in their relaxing home environment. Following the euthanasia Dr. B is able to transport your pet to a local facility for cremation. (Note: this service is only available for pets weighing less than 90 pounds).
Will you see my rabbit?
Absolutely! Dr. Braithwaite has experience with dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, hamsters, mice, and more! Please contact us directly about your special pet.
What is your payment policy?
Payment is required at time of the appointment. We can accept credit card, Vemno, check , or cash (but we do not carry change). We do not offer payment plans at this time.
What is your cancellation policy?
Appointments must be cancelled with at least 24 hours notice. Appointments cancelled with less than 24 hours notice are subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the visit fee. If Dr. B travels to your home and you are not available for the appointment the full house call fee will apply.
Do you see emergencies?
We have limited availability to see urgent appointments. If we are not available, please contact one of the local 24-hour clinics listed below.
Madison Veterinary Specialists: (608) 274-7772
VEG Madison (608) 716 - 2352
UW Veterinary Care: (608) 263-7600
Veterinary Emergency Service: (608) 831-1101
Animal Center for Emergency and Specialty: (608) 333-0500
Who else can we call if you are not available for euthanasia?
If we are not available for euthanasia, please reach out to these local veterinarians who provide kind and compassionate in-home euthanasia services.
Dr. Sam with Driftless Crossing: https://driftlesscrossing.com/
Dr. Kitt with Wingspan: https://www.wingspanvet.com/