Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia

I grew up in League City, Texas, a moderately sized city between Houston and Galveston. This allowed me to enjoy all the city and the island have to offer. I have always wanted to be a veterinarian, and I enjoyed caring for the dogs we had while growing up. I would pepper the veterinarian with questions about their care. Our dogs were not allowed in the house, except during severe weather, and then only to limited areas. It always made me sad, like a family member was being isolated from us. As an adult, I ensure my pets live the life of luxury I feel they deserve. 

I started working in the veterinary field after graduating from high school. I started as a kennel technician and worked my way up to a grooming assistant, veterinary technician, and receptionist while attending the University of Houston for my undergraduate studies. I was then accepted into the College of Veterinary Medicine at Texas A & M, where I graduated with a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree. 

After veterinary school, I entered general practice, where I enjoyed being challenged each day by the mix of cases I saw. My favorite pursuits were surgery, internal medicine, and helping my patients live as long and healthy a life as possible. I also enjoyed attending career days at the local elementary and junior high schools, speaking to the children about the many ways veterinary medicine is important and how rewarding it is to help animals. The most challenging aspect was helping families decide to say goodbye to their pets and making that time as smooth and peaceful as possible in a clinic setting. With Lap of Love, I can offer pet owners a way to say goodbye in a more private, familiar setting. 

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband, our five children, and four grandchildren, bowling, watching movies, watching football, attending baseball games, and participating in numerous outdoor activities. I also enjoy singing with my church choir, reading during road trips, and taking care of our two dogs, Mickey and Dolly, and our cat, Sassy.