End of Life Services
Our pets are a valued part of our family, and when our journey with them comes to an end, the APF knows how important it is to trust the place you turn to for end of life pet services. We are here to offer affordable, quality services to our community members. Following are the current services we provide:
Euthanasia
April 16, 2021 – At this time the APF is not offering euthanasia services but will again in the future. This page will be updated when we resume.
Cremation services are still available, and if interested click on the “Cremation” tab above.
These veterinarians and organizations provide in-home euthanasia services.
Dr. Roger Blankfein
In The Comfort Of Home
Dr. Anne Fay
Mobile Vet
Cremation
The APF offers affordable private and group cremation services, with several options for packages. Cremation services at the APF are provided by Adirondack Pet Care, a locally-operated and trusted company.
Packages and pricing are as follows: 
Private Cremation: This option provides you with the opportunity to keep your beloved pet’s cremated remains as a permanent and personal keepsake. When you choose this option, we ensure that you receive only the cremated remains of your pet. This option includes a wooden walnut urn at no additional cost. A Wooden Walnut Photo Urn is available for an additional $21.60.
Group Cremation: With group cremation, your pet is gently placed into the crematory together with other pets. Because no cremated remains are returned to you when you choose a group cremation, you may wish to consider one of our personalized memorial paw prints as a timeless remembrance.
Pet Memorial Package: For Private Cremation clients, this package is available for an additional $60. The Pet Memorial Package includes: a personalized votive memorial candle, pawprint in clay, snippet of pet’s fur, cremation certificate, sympathy card, framed copy of “Rainbow Bridge” in decorative bag.
| Weight | Private Rate | Group Rate | Package* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 20lbs: | $81 | $60.80 | $161.01 |
| 21 to 40 lbs: | $102.60 | $85.62 | $182.61 |
| 41 to 80 lbs: | $160.92 | $117.37 | $240.93 |
| 81 to 120 lbs: | $225.06 | $174.96 | $305.07 |
| 121 lbs or more: | $297 | $239.76 | $376.01 |
| Cats & Exotics | $81 | $60.80 | $161.01 |
Please call us at (518) 374-3944 for more information.
Pet Bereavement
We know how hard it is to lose a pet, which is why the Animal Protective Foundation hosts a free Pet Bereavement Support Group every third Wednesday of the month at 6PM.
The group is led by Estelle Giles-Monroe, MSW, LCSWR.
This group is made possible by the generosity of Dr. Roger Blankfein, owner of In The Comfort of Home, Dr. Blankfein provide an in-home pet euthanasia service to make your most difficult situation as peaceful and relaxed as possible–for both you and your pet.
For more information, email info@animalprotective.org or call the APF at (518) 374-3944
This group is free and open to the public
(No registration required)
Enter the session by clicking the link below on your PC/Tablet or Smart Phone.
UPCOMING SESSIONS
| Month | Meeting Date |
|---|---|
| January | Wednesday January 18, 2023 |
| February | Wednesday February 15, 2023 |
| March | Wednesday March 15, 2023 |
| April | Wednesday April 19, 2023 |
| May | Wednesday May 17, 2023 |
| June | Wednesday June 21, 2023 |
| July | Wednesday July 19, 2023 |
| August | Wednesday August 16, 2023 |
| September | Wednesday September 20, 2023 |
| October | Wednesday October 18, 2023 |
| November | Wednesday November 15, 2023 |
| December | Wednesday December 20, 2023 |