Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia

Growing up in Port Jefferson, New York, a small town on the north shore of Long Island, I always felt an innate connection with animals. I felt called to advocate for and help animals and decided I wanted to be a veterinarian at a very young age. Now, as a general practice “family” veterinarian, I enjoy creating lasting relationships with my patients and their families—through the good times and the bad. 

I earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from Adelphi University in Garden City, NY. While studying, I played field hockey and was chosen for the All-American team. While attending veterinary school at Ross University, I lost my childhood dog, Rosey. Around that time, I also met Dr. Dani, the co-founder of Lap of Love, and was introduced to the idea of pet hospice and home euthanasia. 

I held onto the knowledge that this service was available and believed it was vitally important for pet families handling end-of-life care. When I lost my cat, Chichi, in 2024, I experienced it myself. Chichi loved the outdoors, and we were lucky enough to spend her final moments together in our backyard, with her close to me. It was a special gift for both of us, and I am forever grateful.

As a pet owner and veterinarian, it is a profound honor to help a special soul pass peacefully, surrounded by love, comfort, and familiarity. Helping a pet and their family navigate this difficult time is something that I take great pride in and a gift that I hope to give to other pet families. Outside of my work with Lap of Love, I enjoy cooking, wine tasting, working out on my Peloton, playing ice hockey and softball, and spending time with loved ones.