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Dr. Morina

In-Home Pet Euthanasia in Fairfield County & Surrounding Areas

I grew up in a rural Arizona town and attended a small high school. I have wanted to be a veterinarian since I was a toddler when my favorite toys were stuffed animals and a toy veterinary kit. I raised several animals in 4H and FFA, which required me to administer medications as part of their care.

I attended the University of Arizona for my undergraduate studies and Washington State University for veterinary school. During vet school, I volunteered for the pet loss support line, and I took an end-of-life elective. After graduating, I worked for five years in general practice. I developed a passion for behavior and internal medicine cases, and I love witnessing the human-animal bond on a daily basis.

I feel that euthanasia can be a life-changing and beautiful experience when it is performed correctly. After using Lap of Love vets for two of my own pets, and appreciating their peaceful passings, I joined Lap of Love so I could provide the same service for other families.

When I am not working, I enjoy backpacking, camping, hiking, horseback riding, playing board games, reading, and spending time with family.

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In-Home Euthanasia

At Lap of Love, we take the utmost pride in helping your pet experience a peaceful passing in the comfort and tranquility of their home.

Veterinary Hospice

Family-focused, in-home hospice care ensures your dog or cat is comfortable and happy during their final days.

Aftercare

From cremation to personal keepsakes, our aftercare services allow you to forever memorialize your beloved dog or cat.

Telehospice

Personal phone/video calls, during which a Lap of Love team member will help you gain clarity around what's best for your ailing or aging pet.

Pet Loss Support

Join our free, virtual Pet Loss Support Groups. Discussions are focused on healthy coping skills, grief reactions, and honoring the lives of your furry family member.

In-Home Euthanasia

At Lap of Love, we take the utmost pride in helping your pet experience a peaceful passing in the comfort and tranquility of their home.

Veterinary Hospice

Family-focused, in-home hospice care ensures your dog or cat is comfortable and happy during their final days.

Aftercare

From cremation to personal keepsakes, our aftercare services allow you to forever memorialize your beloved dog or cat.

Telehospice

Personal phone/video calls, during which a Lap of Love team member will help you gain clarity around what's best for your ailing or aging pet.

Pet Loss Support

Join our free, virtual Pet Loss Support Groups. Discussions are focused on healthy coping skills, grief reactions, and honoring the lives of your furry family member.

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Cincinnati, Ohio

Dr. Meredith was extremely kind, supportive, patient and caring with Lucy and for us. Her professionalism, communication, empathy and compassion was so welcomed and appreciated throughout our experience. She provided so much care and consideration to walk us through the process. We appreciated her expertise and positive demeanor to help us through this difficult and challenging time.

Courtney

Green Cove Springs, Florida

We cannot thank Dr. Lauren Byrket and Lap of Love enough for the compassion, patience, and kindness they showed our family during one of the hardest moments of our lives. Saying goodbye to our sweet German Shepherd, Ranger, was absolutely heartbreaking, but Dr. Byrket made the entire process as peaceful and comforting as possible. From the moment she arrived at our home, she treated Ranger with so much love, dignity, and compassion. She was incredibly patient with our emotions, never rushed us, and gave our family all the time we needed to love on him and say our goodbyes. Dr. Byrket gently explained every step of the process beforehand, which brought so much comfort and reassurance during such an overwhelming moment. Being able to let Ranger peacefully pass at home, surrounded by the people who loved him most, was truly a gift. Dr. Byrket’s empathy, understanding, and professionalism meant more to us than words can express. We will forever be grateful for the love and care she showed our sweet boy and our family. Thank you for helping Ranger cross the rainbow bridge so peacefully 🌈💕

Teresa

Aiken, South Carolina

On September 14, 2018 we had to make the most difficult decision to let our Ava go across that bridge. She was a very special girl and we simply adored her. Ava was a rescue and was with us for 6 beautiful years. She started having seizures 18 months ago and then was diagnosed with Cushing's Disease a little later. She did great on her medications for a year and then she hated to take them and there was nothing that we could hide them in and her not know. Sadly we had to pill her twice a day and many times we would cry because we hated to do that, didn't bother her as much as it did us. She really started to decline and the Cushing's was getting harder to control and then the seizures happened again. Shortly after that she started to have a real difficult time with her back legs working and then the tremors started. For a few days we worked with her and tried to help with her legs and getting them working again but they steady got worse. The tremors got bad and her mind seemed to be slipping and she was in a bad place. I called Dr. Sunday Cozzi that Friday and she agreed to come that day. I cancelled the appointment a little later, just didn't feel I could do it but the Ava seemed to get worse and I just could not allow her to be in pain or lose her dignity. She had been my best friend and she would never let me suffer, I had to do this...for her, not for me. I would have kept her forever. I called Dr. Sunday back and she was here in 30 minutes. She talked with us and sat in the floor with us and with Ava and loved on our Ava just as we did. She explained to us every step that would happen and then she also explained it as it happened. While this was the hardest thing we have to do for our fur kids, having such a wonderful and caring person as Dr. Sunday by our side and helping our Ava cross made it easier. She was very patient with us, took her time, gave us the extra time that we needed and even time we didn't know we needed. Our Ava was in her favorite spot in the home that she loved with mom and dad both by her side, loving her and sobbing. our girl went from having a concerned and stressed look on her face the past few days to looking like a puppy again. When she closed her eyes her face took on the most peaceful look she has ever had. I have never seen Ava puppy, but I did that day. Dr. Sunday took Ava with her that day and that was even done with the dignity and respect that she deserved. She brought her back to us less than a week later in the most beautiful hand crafted Urn that was simply beautiful. It assured us that she was handled with care until the very end. I will forever highly recommend Lap of Love to any and everyone. Thank you for making a very difficult day a little bearable.

Griffin

Tampa, Florida

Dr. Lisa really helped us through the experience with our boy Harvey. She was caring and kind and interested in hearing his back story. We felt a sense of comfort with her and I couldn’t imagine going about this any other way. Thank you, Dr Lisa.

Larry

Annandale, New Jersey

This is the second time I have called upon Dr. Shannon to come to my home and help with the difficult and emotional task of setting a loved cat free from pain. Each time I was immediately put at ease by Dr. Cabell’s wonderful empathy and understanding at such a difficult time for me and my cats. She is truly an angel in disguise.

Yolanda

gainesville, Florida

Dr Amanda She came out on a very Rainy Gainesville evening (because I had to work all day) and was so every calm. She was not in a hurry. (although I know she must have had a busy day herself as a vet). She sat down on my family room floor and sweetly petted my dear Bailey's paw and explained what she was planning to do. She allowed my daughters to hold him and asked what his favorite things he liked to do. She asked about him. She was gentle, kind and made us feel at ease. She gave us peace. I have had to put another pet down at a vet's office before and it made me so bad and "wrong." This gave me peace and made my family a part of the process. My girls, my husband and I experienced the circle of Life. Bailey will always be a part of our Lives.

Madison

Littleton, Colorado

Dr. Kim was absolutely amazing. She made sure that the whole process was as perfect as it should be. She made sure that Roxy was comfortable with her first before she did anything. She explained every step before she did it. And she made sure that we were comfortable with everything. She was absolutely perfect. Thank you so much Dr. Kim, for helping my baby girl pass peacefully.

Rachael

Eagle, Idaho

I cannot say enough kind words about Dr. Laura. I truly cannot imagine having to go through this process without her by our side. When you go through the loss of a pet for the first time, you don’t really know the process or how to even comprehend getting through it. Luckily, Dr. Laura knows and walks you through everything with patience and kindness. I had a lot of fears of having to sit in panic while it was happening, but Dr. Laura comforts you the entire time, and never overwhelms you with too much at one time. She made everything feel as natural as possible. As soon as she walked through the door, she knew immediately I was the one who needed the most comforting and I will truly always be thankful that she came straight over to me to give me a hug. Thank you for taking care of our baby in her final moments!

Cincinnati, Ohio

Dr. Meredith was extremely kind, supportive, patient and caring with Lucy and for us. Her professionalism, communication, empathy and compassion was so welcomed and appreciated throughout our experience. She provided so much care and consideration to walk us through the process. We appreciated her expertise and positive demeanor to help us through this difficult and challenging time.

Courtney

Green Cove Springs, Florida

We cannot thank Dr. Lauren Byrket and Lap of Love enough for the compassion, patience, and kindness they showed our family during one of the hardest moments of our lives. Saying goodbye to our sweet German Shepherd, Ranger, was absolutely heartbreaking, but Dr. Byrket made the entire process as peaceful and comforting as possible. From the moment she arrived at our home, she treated Ranger with so much love, dignity, and compassion. She was incredibly patient with our emotions, never rushed us, and gave our family all the time we needed to love on him and say our goodbyes. Dr. Byrket gently explained every step of the process beforehand, which brought so much comfort and reassurance during such an overwhelming moment. Being able to let Ranger peacefully pass at home, surrounded by the people who loved him most, was truly a gift. Dr. Byrket’s empathy, understanding, and professionalism meant more to us than words can express. We will forever be grateful for the love and care she showed our sweet boy and our family. Thank you for helping Ranger cross the rainbow bridge so peacefully 🌈💕

Teresa

Aiken, South Carolina

On September 14, 2018 we had to make the most difficult decision to let our Ava go across that bridge. She was a very special girl and we simply adored her. Ava was a rescue and was with us for 6 beautiful years. She started having seizures 18 months ago and then was diagnosed with Cushing's Disease a little later. She did great on her medications for a year and then she hated to take them and there was nothing that we could hide them in and her not know. Sadly we had to pill her twice a day and many times we would cry because we hated to do that, didn't bother her as much as it did us. She really started to decline and the Cushing's was getting harder to control and then the seizures happened again. Shortly after that she started to have a real difficult time with her back legs working and then the tremors started. For a few days we worked with her and tried to help with her legs and getting them working again but they steady got worse. The tremors got bad and her mind seemed to be slipping and she was in a bad place. I called Dr. Sunday Cozzi that Friday and she agreed to come that day. I cancelled the appointment a little later, just didn't feel I could do it but the Ava seemed to get worse and I just could not allow her to be in pain or lose her dignity. She had been my best friend and she would never let me suffer, I had to do this...for her, not for me. I would have kept her forever. I called Dr. Sunday back and she was here in 30 minutes. She talked with us and sat in the floor with us and with Ava and loved on our Ava just as we did. She explained to us every step that would happen and then she also explained it as it happened. While this was the hardest thing we have to do for our fur kids, having such a wonderful and caring person as Dr. Sunday by our side and helping our Ava cross made it easier. She was very patient with us, took her time, gave us the extra time that we needed and even time we didn't know we needed. Our Ava was in her favorite spot in the home that she loved with mom and dad both by her side, loving her and sobbing. our girl went from having a concerned and stressed look on her face the past few days to looking like a puppy again. When she closed her eyes her face took on the most peaceful look she has ever had. I have never seen Ava puppy, but I did that day. Dr. Sunday took Ava with her that day and that was even done with the dignity and respect that she deserved. She brought her back to us less than a week later in the most beautiful hand crafted Urn that was simply beautiful. It assured us that she was handled with care until the very end. I will forever highly recommend Lap of Love to any and everyone. Thank you for making a very difficult day a little bearable.

Yolanda

gainesville, Florida

Dr Amanda She came out on a very Rainy Gainesville evening (because I had to work all day) and was so every calm. She was not in a hurry. (although I know she must have had a busy day herself as a vet). She sat down on my family room floor and sweetly petted my dear Bailey's paw and explained what she was planning to do. She allowed my daughters to hold him and asked what his favorite things he liked to do. She asked about him. She was gentle, kind and made us feel at ease. She gave us peace. I have had to put another pet down at a vet's office before and it made me so bad and "wrong." This gave me peace and made my family a part of the process. My girls, my husband and I experienced the circle of Life. Bailey will always be a part of our Lives.

Madison

Littleton, Colorado

Dr. Kim was absolutely amazing. She made sure that the whole process was as perfect as it should be. She made sure that Roxy was comfortable with her first before she did anything. She explained every step before she did it. And she made sure that we were comfortable with everything. She was absolutely perfect. Thank you so much Dr. Kim, for helping my baby girl pass peacefully.

Rachael

Eagle, Idaho

I cannot say enough kind words about Dr. Laura. I truly cannot imagine having to go through this process without her by our side. When you go through the loss of a pet for the first time, you don’t really know the process or how to even comprehend getting through it. Luckily, Dr. Laura knows and walks you through everything with patience and kindness. I had a lot of fears of having to sit in panic while it was happening, but Dr. Laura comforts you the entire time, and never overwhelms you with too much at one time. She made everything feel as natural as possible. As soon as she walked through the door, she knew immediately I was the one who needed the most comforting and I will truly always be thankful that she came straight over to me to give me a hug. Thank you for taking care of our baby in her final moments!

Cincinnati, Ohio

Dr. Meredith was extremely kind, supportive, patient and caring with Lucy and for us. Her professionalism, communication, empathy and compassion was so welcomed and appreciated throughout our experience. She provided so much care and consideration to walk us through the process. We appreciated her expertise and positive demeanor to help us through this difficult and challenging time.

Courtney

Green Cove Springs, Florida

We cannot thank Dr. Lauren Byrket and Lap of Love enough for the compassion, patience, and kindness they showed our family during one of the hardest moments of our lives. Saying goodbye to our sweet German Shepherd, Ranger, was absolutely heartbreaking, but Dr. Byrket made the entire process as peaceful and comforting as possible. From the moment she arrived at our home, she treated Ranger with so much love, dignity, and compassion. She was incredibly patient with our emotions, never rushed us, and gave our family all the time we needed to love on him and say our goodbyes. Dr. Byrket gently explained every step of the process beforehand, which brought so much comfort and reassurance during such an overwhelming moment. Being able to let Ranger peacefully pass at home, surrounded by the people who loved him most, was truly a gift. Dr. Byrket’s empathy, understanding, and professionalism meant more to us than words can express. We will forever be grateful for the love and care she showed our sweet boy and our family. Thank you for helping Ranger cross the rainbow bridge so peacefully 🌈💕

Teresa

Aiken, South Carolina

On September 14, 2018 we had to make the most difficult decision to let our Ava go across that bridge. She was a very special girl and we simply adored her. Ava was a rescue and was with us for 6 beautiful years. She started having seizures 18 months ago and then was diagnosed with Cushing's Disease a little later. She did great on her medications for a year and then she hated to take them and there was nothing that we could hide them in and her not know. Sadly we had to pill her twice a day and many times we would cry because we hated to do that, didn't bother her as much as it did us. She really started to decline and the Cushing's was getting harder to control and then the seizures happened again. Shortly after that she started to have a real difficult time with her back legs working and then the tremors started. For a few days we worked with her and tried to help with her legs and getting them working again but they steady got worse. The tremors got bad and her mind seemed to be slipping and she was in a bad place. I called Dr. Sunday Cozzi that Friday and she agreed to come that day. I cancelled the appointment a little later, just didn't feel I could do it but the Ava seemed to get worse and I just could not allow her to be in pain or lose her dignity. She had been my best friend and she would never let me suffer, I had to do this...for her, not for me. I would have kept her forever. I called Dr. Sunday back and she was here in 30 minutes. She talked with us and sat in the floor with us and with Ava and loved on our Ava just as we did. She explained to us every step that would happen and then she also explained it as it happened. While this was the hardest thing we have to do for our fur kids, having such a wonderful and caring person as Dr. Sunday by our side and helping our Ava cross made it easier. She was very patient with us, took her time, gave us the extra time that we needed and even time we didn't know we needed. Our Ava was in her favorite spot in the home that she loved with mom and dad both by her side, loving her and sobbing. our girl went from having a concerned and stressed look on her face the past few days to looking like a puppy again. When she closed her eyes her face took on the most peaceful look she has ever had. I have never seen Ava puppy, but I did that day. Dr. Sunday took Ava with her that day and that was even done with the dignity and respect that she deserved. She brought her back to us less than a week later in the most beautiful hand crafted Urn that was simply beautiful. It assured us that she was handled with care until the very end. I will forever highly recommend Lap of Love to any and everyone. Thank you for making a very difficult day a little bearable.

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