Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia

I grew up in Pensacola, Florida but have lived in multiple U.S. states and the Caribbean. I am excited to be back in the warm, beautiful panhandle!

My path to becoming a veterinarian came from my interest in medicine and how it impacts our pets’ well-being. It is a challenging puzzle that pushes us to learn and adapt. I started my college career at Auburn University, attended veterinary school at St. George's University in Grenada, West Indies, and completed my clinical year at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge.

After veterinary school, I enjoyed working in an urgent care setting. Our goal was to provide convenient, high-quality medicine for pets in need and bridge the gap to their family veterinarian for continued care. In addition to my time in urgent care and relief medicine, I’ve served as a medical director, provided leadership for multiple veterinary companies, and assisted with veterinary student program development.

As a pet owner, the loss of each of my pets has left a lasting mark on my heart. As a veterinarian, I’ve been fortunate to assist my pets at home, easing their transitions and comforting my family. These experiences have shaped my passion for offering the same care to other pet families. I believe a peaceful goodbye is one of the last gifts we can give our pets, and I’m honored to provide compassion and support during this final act of love.

When I’m not caring for my patients, I love to create in the kitchen—the more exotic, the

better! I am a pastry school dropout—only because I got into vet school—but gravitate toward savory culinary treats. If I am not world traveling, I can also be found on the local hiking trails camping in my van—named Shadowfax—that I converted myself or attending a wine tasting or food festival!