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Dr. Kindall

In-Home Pet Euthanasia in Kansas City & Surrounding Areas

I grew up in the suburbs of Kansas City, where I enjoyed all the amazing things Kansas and Missouri have to offer, including sports, BBQ, music, and art. I have wanted to be a vet since I was a child. Given my deep love for animals and a desire to care for others, a career in veterinary medicine just made sense. I cannot imagine a better way to serve my community.

I stayed close to home for college, earning my bachelor's degree in animal science from Kansas State University in 2015 and my Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine degree from the KSU College of Veterinary Medicine in 2020. (Once a Wildcat, always a Wildcat!) After graduation, I worked in small animal general practice for several years.

During this time, I discovered a passion for working with senior pets. I had the privilege of caring for two senior dogs, Murphy and Clyde, during their final years. They are with me in spirit every day, and experiencing their end-of-life journeys inspired and motivated me to help pets and their families navigate the complex end-of-life process.

Having experienced pet loss myself, I know how important a pet’s final moments are. Our pets love us unconditionally, and providing them with a peaceful, comfortable passing is the ultimate act of love we can give them in return. Through my work with Lap of Love, I ensure that pets and their families are treated with kindness and compassion as they say goodbye.

Outside of work, I enjoy gardening, spending time outdoors gardening and hiking with my dogs. I also enjoy music in many forms. I go to concerts as often as I can, and recently started learning to play the guitar.

Pronouns: She/Her

Our services

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In-Home Euthanasia

At Lap of Love, we take the utmost pride in helping your pet experience a peaceful passing in the comfort and tranquility of their home.

Veterinary Hospice

Family-focused, in-home hospice care ensures your dog or cat is comfortable and happy during their final days.

Aftercare

From cremation to personal keepsakes, our aftercare services allow you to forever memorialize your beloved dog or cat.

Telehospice

Personal phone/video calls, during which a Lap of Love team member will help you gain clarity around what's best for your ailing or aging pet.

Pet Loss Support

Join our free, virtual Pet Loss Support Groups. Discussions are focused on healthy coping skills, grief reactions, and honoring the lives of your furry family member.

In-Home Euthanasia

At Lap of Love, we take the utmost pride in helping your pet experience a peaceful passing in the comfort and tranquility of their home.

Veterinary Hospice

Family-focused, in-home hospice care ensures your dog or cat is comfortable and happy during their final days.

Aftercare

From cremation to personal keepsakes, our aftercare services allow you to forever memorialize your beloved dog or cat.

Telehospice

Personal phone/video calls, during which a Lap of Love team member will help you gain clarity around what's best for your ailing or aging pet.

Pet Loss Support

Join our free, virtual Pet Loss Support Groups. Discussions are focused on healthy coping skills, grief reactions, and honoring the lives of your furry family member.

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Rachel

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Our sweet Katie Scarlett O’Hara was the love our lives and although her health had started to diminish, we could not bear to let her go and asked her for a sign. When her first seizure came On Father’s Day, we knew we could never allow her to suffer needlessly. We turned to Lap of Love for the kind of atmosphere we wanted in ushering her from one life to the next. She suffered 2 more seizures and when it finally came time to say goodbye to our 17 year old lady baby, we knew it was time. It was the most difficult thing we’ve ever had to do, but Dr. Toni was there in a calm and loving way to help us and our beloved baby through it. I feel so grateful that one of the most painful moments in my life was also one of the most beautiful. Saying goodbye to a pet is saying good bye to a family member and my family and I thank Lap of Love and Dr. Toni for treating our Katie with such love and respect. Katie Scarlett O’Hara 3/28/03-7/25/20

Jason

Chicago, Illinois

I don’t believe I can fully express how incredible Dr. KJ was with my Papa. She was so kind and gentle with him. She did an amazing job at keeping me informed about what was happening and how Papa was doing. After the rough week I had watching my baby’s health decline, it was so comforting to watch him finally get some relief and know he had a peaceful transition. I also need to express how compassionate she was with me and my other kitties. She took the time to really understand my little family and give us comfort. This isn’t anything you can ever really be ready for, but I found the closure and peace I needed. Thank you Dr. KJ for being with me during this difficult time and for your phenomenal support.

Lisa

Media, Pennsylvania

We are so grateful to Dr. Leslie and this amazing organization. As much as we wanted to keep our Dewey with us forever, we knew in our hearts that we needed to let him go. What we wanted most for Dewey during this most difficult time, was to allow him to be wrapped in our arms, hearing our voices, in his favorite space with his favorite people. Dr. Leslie gave us every bit of what we wanted. She was very careful to explain every step of the process. She addressed our fears about the timing of our decision. She gave us all the time we needed throughout the entire process. We never felt rushed. The basket she provided was beautiful, and my son was so grateful to be able to carry Dewey to the car. We love the paw print and the fur clippings too. We also very much appreciated the follow up communications. We miss Dewey every day, but we feel comfort knowing we did the best we could do for him thanks to Dr. Leslie and this great organization. A final note about this organization in general. They were amazing to work with. We called on a Saturday morning and they told us exactly when to expect them to arrive, which gave us time to emotionally prepare. Dr. Leslie came into our home during the height of the pandemic to provide this service. We really appreciate her taking that risk for us in our time of need. - The Ward Family

Kelly

Bedford, Massachusetts

Thank you for being there in one of the hardest times of our families life. Your love you showed Jake from meeting him for only a couple minutes we felt.

Aaron

Agoura Hills, California

Dr. Spitzer was wonderful. In such a difficult time for our family she was understanding and gave us exactly what we needed. I can’t imagine a more beautiful way to have said good bye to our beloved Rufus. Thank you

Rachel

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Our sweet Katie Scarlett O’Hara was the love our lives and although her health had started to diminish, we could not bear to let her go and asked her for a sign. When her first seizure came On Father’s Day, we knew we could never allow her to suffer needlessly. We turned to Lap of Love for the kind of atmosphere we wanted in ushering her from one life to the next. She suffered 2 more seizures and when it finally came time to say goodbye to our 17 year old lady baby, we knew it was time. It was the most difficult thing we’ve ever had to do, but Dr. Toni was there in a calm and loving way to help us and our beloved baby through it. I feel so grateful that one of the most painful moments in my life was also one of the most beautiful. Saying goodbye to a pet is saying good bye to a family member and my family and I thank Lap of Love and Dr. Toni for treating our Katie with such love and respect. Katie Scarlett O’Hara 3/28/03-7/25/20

Jason

Chicago, Illinois

I don’t believe I can fully express how incredible Dr. KJ was with my Papa. She was so kind and gentle with him. She did an amazing job at keeping me informed about what was happening and how Papa was doing. After the rough week I had watching my baby’s health decline, it was so comforting to watch him finally get some relief and know he had a peaceful transition. I also need to express how compassionate she was with me and my other kitties. She took the time to really understand my little family and give us comfort. This isn’t anything you can ever really be ready for, but I found the closure and peace I needed. Thank you Dr. KJ for being with me during this difficult time and for your phenomenal support.

Lisa

Media, Pennsylvania

We are so grateful to Dr. Leslie and this amazing organization. As much as we wanted to keep our Dewey with us forever, we knew in our hearts that we needed to let him go. What we wanted most for Dewey during this most difficult time, was to allow him to be wrapped in our arms, hearing our voices, in his favorite space with his favorite people. Dr. Leslie gave us every bit of what we wanted. She was very careful to explain every step of the process. She addressed our fears about the timing of our decision. She gave us all the time we needed throughout the entire process. We never felt rushed. The basket she provided was beautiful, and my son was so grateful to be able to carry Dewey to the car. We love the paw print and the fur clippings too. We also very much appreciated the follow up communications. We miss Dewey every day, but we feel comfort knowing we did the best we could do for him thanks to Dr. Leslie and this great organization. A final note about this organization in general. They were amazing to work with. We called on a Saturday morning and they told us exactly when to expect them to arrive, which gave us time to emotionally prepare. Dr. Leslie came into our home during the height of the pandemic to provide this service. We really appreciate her taking that risk for us in our time of need. - The Ward Family

Rachel

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Our sweet Katie Scarlett O’Hara was the love our lives and although her health had started to diminish, we could not bear to let her go and asked her for a sign. When her first seizure came On Father’s Day, we knew we could never allow her to suffer needlessly. We turned to Lap of Love for the kind of atmosphere we wanted in ushering her from one life to the next. She suffered 2 more seizures and when it finally came time to say goodbye to our 17 year old lady baby, we knew it was time. It was the most difficult thing we’ve ever had to do, but Dr. Toni was there in a calm and loving way to help us and our beloved baby through it. I feel so grateful that one of the most painful moments in my life was also one of the most beautiful. Saying goodbye to a pet is saying good bye to a family member and my family and I thank Lap of Love and Dr. Toni for treating our Katie with such love and respect. Katie Scarlett O’Hara 3/28/03-7/25/20

Jason

Chicago, Illinois

I don’t believe I can fully express how incredible Dr. KJ was with my Papa. She was so kind and gentle with him. She did an amazing job at keeping me informed about what was happening and how Papa was doing. After the rough week I had watching my baby’s health decline, it was so comforting to watch him finally get some relief and know he had a peaceful transition. I also need to express how compassionate she was with me and my other kitties. She took the time to really understand my little family and give us comfort. This isn’t anything you can ever really be ready for, but I found the closure and peace I needed. Thank you Dr. KJ for being with me during this difficult time and for your phenomenal support.

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