Testimonials for Lap of Love Veterinarians

Dr. Kari made such a difficult day a little lighter. She showed our Lyla girl love and compassion in her final moments and gave her endless treats. We were anxious about how Lyla would settle being around someone new but it all worked out with zero stress. Dr. Kari let Lyla be in charge of where she wanted to be and what she wanted to do. We know our girl never felt scared or stressed, just full of unconditional love. We appreciated being able to be selfish in our emotions with no judgement while we held our girl and tearfully said goodbye. We talked about silly moments of Lyla and Dr. Kari and she laughed with us through our tears. She is an angel for the help she gave us that day.

On one of the hardest days our family has ever faced, we had to say goodbye to our very first family dog, Bolt. 💔🐾 Bolt had just celebrated his 11th birthday on September 15, 2026. Shortly afterward, we received some heartbreaking news about his health and had to make the incredibly difficult decision to let him go peacefully. Our veterinarian at Carrolltowne Veterinary Hospital recommended Lap of Love, and I cannot thank them enough for that recommendation. On Sunday, September 27th, Dr. Craig came to our home to help Bolt cross the Rainbow Bridge. With our entire family surrounding Bolt, holding him, loving him, and crying our eyes out, Dr. Craig showed an incredible amount of compassion, patience, gentleness, and understanding. He never rushed us, explained everything, and allowed us the time we needed to say our goodbyes. For what was truly one of the worst days of our lives, we could not have asked for a more peaceful, loving, and dignified experience. I honestly don't know how people like Dr. Craig do this every day. It cannot be an easy job, walking into someone's home during one of their most heartbreaking moments. But what a special gift it is to help a beloved family member leave this world surrounded by comfort, familiar surroundings, and unconditional love. Thank God for Lap of Love and incredible people like Dr. Craig. What they do is so much more than a service. They provide compassion, dignity, and peace when families need it most. If you ever find yourself facing this heartbreaking decision with your pet, I cannot recommend Lap of Love enough. Being able to let Bolt pass peacefully in his own home, surrounded by the people who loved him most, meant more to our family than words can express. Thank you, Dr. Craig and Lap of Love, for treating Bolt like family and helping us through a day we will never forget. Rest in peace, Bolt. 🐾❤️ September 15, 2015 – September 27, 2026 You were our first family dog, our loyal companion, and such a big part of our lives. Our home will never be quite the same without you. Until we meet again, buddy. We love you, Bolt. ❤️

Saying goodbye to Louie was one of the most difficult times in my life. Dr. Sam was so kind and comforting. He took his time, explained the process and put us at ease. I was so happy that I made the decision to put Louie to rest at home, where he was comfortable and with his family. Thank you so much to Dr. Sam and Lap of Love!

I cannot say enough good things about Dr Katie and how grateful our family are to her for her kindness and compassion on the day that we said goodbye to our beloved 16.5 year old cat Tanzi. She let us have as much time as we needed both before and after, and when Tanzi decided that she wanted to be in her beloved pile of crumpled papers on the floor with my arm around her and her face buried in my hand instead of sitting in my lap on the sofa as originally planned, Dr. Katie did everything right there where Tanzi chose to be. She did everything possible to make sure Tanzi’s passing was peaceful and painless and afterwards wrapped her in a blanket in a beautiful basket and she looked like a peaceful sleeping angel. She made a pawprint impression and clipped a lock of her fur, and gave us private time to hold her and say goodbye, and even let our other cat have time at the end to come and investigate and say goodbye too. Losing our beloved Tanzi Puff was such a heartbreaking, sad and difficult day for all of us, but we knew we couldn’t let her go on being in pain. Dr. Katie made it as good as such an experience could possibly be, and we are forever grateful for her kindness and compassion.