Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia

I grew up in Fairport, New York, a suburb of Rochester located along the famous Erie Canal. My family always had multiple pets, and I knew from a young age that I wanted to care for animals one day. I remember standing up in front of my grade school class, dressed in a pint-sized white jacket, stethoscope, and homemade “Dr. Katie” name tag, proudly telling my classmates I was going to be a veterinarian when I grew up. As I got older, I sought out any opportunity to surround myself with animals. I volunteered at animal shelters, did pet sitting, and worked as an assistant at a local veterinary hospital. These experiences only furthered my resolve to pursue my dream of becoming a veterinarian. 

I earned my bachelor's degree in biology from Syracuse University in upstate New York before attending the Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, outside of Boston. After graduating, I worked in North Carolina briefly and then moved to Colorado because I missed the snow. I worked in a small animal and exotic general practice where I cared for all kinds of pets, from dogs and cats to reptiles and birds. I quickly discovered a passion for senior pet care, and I enjoyed being able to collaborate with owners to ensure their pets enjoyed a good quality of life throughout their golden years. 

When my childhood Lab, Angie, was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, her health declined rapidly, and our family veterinarian did everything he could to keep her comfortable. When we knew it was time to let Angie go, our veterinarian came in on his day off and was such a big support for my family. I was touched by his compassion, and I strive to offer this same level of care and support to pets and families.  

The bond that we share with our pets is truly one of a kind, and I'm honored to be able to provide a peaceful and gentle passing for four-legged family members. I also know how difficult this time can be for loved ones as I have experienced it firsthand, and my goal is to make the grieving process a little bit easier for pet owners 

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my friends, hiking with my golden retriever, Zuko, and curling up on the couch for movie marathons with my two cats, Otto and Theo.