Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia

I was the kid that always wanted to be a vet. When my dad finally allowed us to get two kittens, I did everything I could to pamper them. During middle school, I shadowed at a local veterinary clinic to get a better understanding for what the profession was all about. It still makes me laugh to read through the little notebook I carried around filled with misspelled medical terms. I also volunteered at the Cleveland Metroparks zoo all four years of high school. In this role I worked with various “education animals," while teaching visitors about them. It was then that I realized my love for working with the public as well as being an advocate for animals.

After graduating high school, I attended Miami University in Oxford, Ohio due to their well established pre-vet program. There I obtained a Bachelor's degree in Zoology with a minor in Community-Based Leadership. Afterwards, I transitioned to The Ohio State University for vet school. Go Bucks!

Like many, I decided to begin my veterinary career in general practice. Throughout this time I felt strongly about utilizing fear-free techniques to make visiting the office a happy experience for my patients. Many of their stressors arise just from being in a new setting, with lots of other pets, people, noises, and smells. Mitigating these stressors on a daily basis helped me recognize how beneficial at-home care, especially end of life care, really is. I believe humane euthanasia is the final act of kindness that we can show our pets, and view it as a sincere honor to give each pet a dignified transition and their family the associated support. 

Outside of my work in veterinary medicine, I enjoy staying active and being outside (as much as the Cleveland weather permits). My favorite activities include camping, rollerblading, biking, and hiking in the Metroparks. I also love visiting art festivals, going out for ice cream, and trying new restaurants.