Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia

I grew up in Pleasant Valley, New York, which is a quaint town located halfway between Albany and New York City. Its unique position between farmland and the city allowed the luxury of easy access to commerce and hiking the mountains all on the same day. I grew up with dogs, cats, chickens, fish, and reptiles as pets, and I always said I wanted to work with animals “when I grew up." Although I didn’t complete veterinary school until I was 31, my dream eventually came true! 

I completed an undergraduate degree in communication and journalism at the University of Buffalo and then completed my veterinary school prerequisite classes at Mercy College. I then attended Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, completing my clinical year studies at Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine. 

I enjoy practicing all aspects of small animal veterinary medicine. Dogs and cats can’t tell you what is wrong when they’re sick, and I especially enjoy the investigative work that goes into making a diagnosis and getting animals on the track to recovery. 

I have lost many family dogs over the years and no one pet was easier than the next or the ones who came before them. In veterinary medicine, we are fortunate to have the ability to end an animal's suffering in the most peaceful way possible by helping them cross the bridge into the afterlife. 

Pets are members of our families. When a pet owner makes the decision to say goodbye and I am present to help send their beloved family member across the bridge in the comfort of their own home, in as peaceful a way as possible, it is truly an honor and a privilege. 

When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my wife and two young boys. I also enjoy playing golf, traveling, and watching the Buffalo Bills!