Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia

I grew up in Rock Hill, South Carolina, near Charlotte and the North Carolina-South Carolina border. I loved science as a kid and wanted to be a vet, but I had second thoughts as I got older. After dealing with personal loss, I wasn’t sure about performing euthanasias. However, after only one semester in college, I switched to a pre-veterinary track and never looked back. 

I attended Clemson University in South Carolina for my undergraduate education. I loved working with livestock and pets in school and even did a semester abroad in Costa Rica to work at a marine park. I enjoyed helping people and pets, and knew a desk job wasn’t for me. Veterinary medicine was the perfect fit, so I attended the University of Tennessee for veterinary school. 

After graduating, I gravitated toward shelter medicine. Despite my earlier fear of euthanasia, I realized what a gift and blessing it was for our pets, and taught the Florida Certified Euthanasia Technician course for seven years. I have also worked as a relief veterinarian providing services for non-profit clinics. I enjoy being a vet because I speak for the voiceless and love knowing I can create good in the world with my actions.

Lap of Love services hit close to home for me. I’ve lost two very important pets in my lifetime—Ethel, my furry childhood best friend, and Ruby, who saw me through many life changes and transitions. I was lucky to sit by each dog’s side as they passed and know that as heartbreaking as it was to say goodbye, they were no longer in pain. Small animals make a huge imprint on our hearts, and I find it truly fulfilling to help others navigate this loss.

Outside of work, I enjoy reading, puzzles, jogging, hiking, traveling, and visiting amusement parks with my family.