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Dr. Carly

In-Home Pet Euthanasia in Castle Rock & Surrounding Neighborhoods

I grew up in Easton, Connecticut, a small town known for family farms and beautiful land. I knew from an early age that I wanted to be a veterinarian. I was involved with many animal-related organizations, including The United States Pony Club and 4H club, and I volunteered with the Audubon Society and many animal shelters. I was determined to turn my passion for animal care into a career.

I graduated from Sacred Heart University in Fairfield Connecticut with a bachelor’s degree in biology, and then attended veterinary school at Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine in Glendale, Arizona.

Holistic medicine is my passion. I enjoy using alternative modalities like acupuncture, chiropractic, traditional Chinese medicine, and food therapy to support my patients through all phases of life. I am also trained in hospice and palliative care. I enjoy supporting my patients and their owners during their golden years.

I have lost a few pets of my own over the years. A loss that had a particular impact was that of my miniature horse, Lil’ Chef. He was only 6 years old and had an immune-mediated disease. Lil’ Chef received wonderful care, but my one wish was that I could have taken him home to say goodbye surrounded by his companions instead of letting him pass in the hospital.

I have experienced plenty of euthanasias in hospital settings. While they are as peaceful as possible, many patients are more comfortable in their own homes. I value being able to support pet owners through this time in their companion's life.

When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my fiancé, Cody, and our animals. We have two dogs—Lilly Ann and Finnegan—three cats—Hailey, Archie, and Oliver—and three horses—Solea, Cheddie, and Magnolia. I also enjoy cooking, hiking, horseback riding, and paddle boarding.

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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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Frances

Penfield, New York

Dear Dr. Adria and the Staff at Lap of Love, Thank you all so much for your constant care and compassion for us during this most difficult decision! Through all my calls, emails, and cancelations, you all always treated me with grace! Dr. Adria - I so greatly appreciate your empathy and understanding - how you explained each step, and what Papo would experience. You gave us comfort, and you gave us time! I can never thank you enough, and hope you realize the gift you gave us! With Love, Papo, Pica, and Franny

Mallorree

Tower City, Pennsylvania

I couldn’t have asked for a better vet to help assist my Motty Boy in the transition to the Rainbow Bridge. She explained, make sure he was taken care of, and listened to me talking about Motley and who he is. Thank you!

Keith

Indianapolis, Indiana

I dreaded this day for so long not only being my first I had to make this decision for but having to make it for my soul dog. The one that will always take up the most space in my heart. Dr Amy was the utmost caring and beautiful person to to be there during this incredibly difficult time. You can tell there was true and genuine care for the owners and their loved ones. Thank you for being that extra support we needed on one of the roughest days of our life.

Eileen

Cincinnati, Ohio

From the second I met Dr. Emily at My Furry Valentine I just knew that she was perfect to come to our home and help us give our beloved BOLT to the rainbow bridge. We knew that he was going to pass. We just did not know when. Time came and I called her card and spoke with Cody. He was so compassionate, so thoughtful. I truly felt that we were in amazing hands. We were able to get one more treasured night with BOLT and when I called to tell them.... wow. They were so understanding and so comforting. Then the night came. Dr. Emily was on time and so very loving and sweet. Our family consists of my hubby and I, our two sons, and BOLT and our two other pups. There are no words to express how peacefull it was to let our beautiful golden boy go in our living room, by the fire place, on his bed. I held his head in my hands I whispered in his ears how much he has meant to our lives. As Dr. Emily let him go my husband read all the names of all the pups that would be waiting for him at the rainbow bridge. I think I even saw him smile. After he was gone, the hole in our lives was so great. Dr. Emily personally brought our boy back to us in a stunning wooden box with his name on it. Letting go of your baby, is the hardest thing you can ever imagine. But Dr. Emily and Lap of Love were such a blessing in every possible way. Thank you so much for providing such a wonderful service. We honor him at our 2016 Cincy Pup Crawl this year. #crawlforbolt

Marcia

Stokesdale, North Carolina

My sweet Toy Poodle Rubin was with us for 18 years. He has traveled all over the country with us and enjoyed many vacations. As he aged he was totally blind and deaf but still played with an old ragged ball. I struggled daily if I was doing him an injustice by selfishly keeping him alive for me. I will always remember being told that giving your dog peace in the end was your last act of kindness to them. After Rubin suffered a seizure (we think) on a Sunday night, I got up the nerve to call Lap of Love on a Wednesday. They understood my struggle and encouraged me to watch a video on their website about knowing if it was time and understanding quality of life. I watched the video and called my husband who agreed with my decision so I set the appointment for a Friday afternoon. When I got off work, Rubin and I shared a Quarter Pounder with cheese and cuddled on the couch. Dr. Dobey arrived promptly at 3:00. My husband arrived shortly afterward and the sedative was beginning to take effect. Dr. Dobey explained everything to us. As soon as the sedative was fully working she administered the drug and Rubin died peacefully and quietly in my lap. For such a traumatic experience of losing a pet Dr. Dobey and Lap of Love made it a peaceful and easy transition. We got our paw print and lock of hair and put it with a picture of him. We chose to bury our baby in the backyard so we can visit him often. I would recommend the services of Lap of Love to anyone. It was the best decision I could make for our sweet Rubin! Thank you Dr. Dobey and Lap of Love for the excellent, caring service you provide.

Frances

Penfield, New York

Dear Dr. Adria and the Staff at Lap of Love, Thank you all so much for your constant care and compassion for us during this most difficult decision! Through all my calls, emails, and cancelations, you all always treated me with grace! Dr. Adria - I so greatly appreciate your empathy and understanding - how you explained each step, and what Papo would experience. You gave us comfort, and you gave us time! I can never thank you enough, and hope you realize the gift you gave us! With Love, Papo, Pica, and Franny

Keith

Indianapolis, Indiana

I dreaded this day for so long not only being my first I had to make this decision for but having to make it for my soul dog. The one that will always take up the most space in my heart. Dr Amy was the utmost caring and beautiful person to to be there during this incredibly difficult time. You can tell there was true and genuine care for the owners and their loved ones. Thank you for being that extra support we needed on one of the roughest days of our life.

Eileen

Cincinnati, Ohio

From the second I met Dr. Emily at My Furry Valentine I just knew that she was perfect to come to our home and help us give our beloved BOLT to the rainbow bridge. We knew that he was going to pass. We just did not know when. Time came and I called her card and spoke with Cody. He was so compassionate, so thoughtful. I truly felt that we were in amazing hands. We were able to get one more treasured night with BOLT and when I called to tell them.... wow. They were so understanding and so comforting. Then the night came. Dr. Emily was on time and so very loving and sweet. Our family consists of my hubby and I, our two sons, and BOLT and our two other pups. There are no words to express how peacefull it was to let our beautiful golden boy go in our living room, by the fire place, on his bed. I held his head in my hands I whispered in his ears how much he has meant to our lives. As Dr. Emily let him go my husband read all the names of all the pups that would be waiting for him at the rainbow bridge. I think I even saw him smile. After he was gone, the hole in our lives was so great. Dr. Emily personally brought our boy back to us in a stunning wooden box with his name on it. Letting go of your baby, is the hardest thing you can ever imagine. But Dr. Emily and Lap of Love were such a blessing in every possible way. Thank you so much for providing such a wonderful service. We honor him at our 2016 Cincy Pup Crawl this year. #crawlforbolt

Marcia

Stokesdale, North Carolina

My sweet Toy Poodle Rubin was with us for 18 years. He has traveled all over the country with us and enjoyed many vacations. As he aged he was totally blind and deaf but still played with an old ragged ball. I struggled daily if I was doing him an injustice by selfishly keeping him alive for me. I will always remember being told that giving your dog peace in the end was your last act of kindness to them. After Rubin suffered a seizure (we think) on a Sunday night, I got up the nerve to call Lap of Love on a Wednesday. They understood my struggle and encouraged me to watch a video on their website about knowing if it was time and understanding quality of life. I watched the video and called my husband who agreed with my decision so I set the appointment for a Friday afternoon. When I got off work, Rubin and I shared a Quarter Pounder with cheese and cuddled on the couch. Dr. Dobey arrived promptly at 3:00. My husband arrived shortly afterward and the sedative was beginning to take effect. Dr. Dobey explained everything to us. As soon as the sedative was fully working she administered the drug and Rubin died peacefully and quietly in my lap. For such a traumatic experience of losing a pet Dr. Dobey and Lap of Love made it a peaceful and easy transition. We got our paw print and lock of hair and put it with a picture of him. We chose to bury our baby in the backyard so we can visit him often. I would recommend the services of Lap of Love to anyone. It was the best decision I could make for our sweet Rubin! Thank you Dr. Dobey and Lap of Love for the excellent, caring service you provide.

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