Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia

A lifelong love for animals inspired my veterinary career. My first word was “Farrah,” the name of my Siberian Husky sister from my early childhood. Caring for our dogs and cats, riding horses and ponies, and living on a farm in Bucks County, a Philadelphia suburb, were my fondest childhood memories.

My best friend during my challenging teenage years was Rhiannon, a very hyper Rottweiler. We did everything together: hiking the Appalachian Trail, swimming in the nearby creek, and even taking naps! Unfortunately, she injured her back leg and required surgery, but most tragic of all was her being diagnosed with bone cancer in one of her front legs. Her quality of life rapidly declined, and my family decided to give her the ultimate gift: a peaceful passing in our family room, surrounded by love. I was with her the whole time, and afterwards my parents buried her between some beautiful rose bushes in front of our horse barn. It was not long afterwards that I decided to become a veterinarian.

After completing a Bachelors of Science degree in biology in my hometown at Delaware Valley University, I moved to Baton Rouge to earn a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at the Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine. Upon graduation, I moved to Las Vegas and entered general practice. I experienced both corporate and private practices in Nevada and Louisiana, but I felt like something was missing. I wanted to be able to do more for pets.

First, I studied acupuncture at the Chi Institute in Gainesville. Then, I explored the field of end-of-life care and realized it was my calling. I moved to the Tampa area and proudly joined Lap of Love. I am thrilled to work with such a compassionate and dedicated team of professionals, and I am honored to provide exceptional care to the pets and people who need us.