In-Home Pet Euthanasia in Greater Jacksonville Area

I was born and raised in Albany, Georgia. My fondest childhood memories involve the many pets- dogs, cats, horses, rodents, and fish- who not only brought joy to my life but also taught me many of life’s most important lessons.  

I attended college at the University of West Georgia and majored in History.  Since then, my life has been a wonderful adventure that has taken me around the world. I’ve served as a Peace Corps volunteer, teaching English in Mozambique. After returning home for a few years, I returned to Mozambique while completing a Master’s degree in Public Health. It was during this experience that I saw the writing on the wall and decided to combine my passion for human connection, education, and animals by pursuing veterinary medicine.

I began my education in veterinary medicine at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in St. Kitts, then completed my clinical training at Cornell University. Since graduation, I have slowly drifted south from Alexandria, Virginia to Chattanooga, Tennessee, and now my newest path has led me to Jacksonville, Florida with Lap of Love. 

I know how hard it can be to say goodbye to a beloved pet and am honored to have the privilege of helping families during their time of need. 

I grew up in the quiet, close-knit community of Arcadia in Northwest Ohio, where life moves at a different pace than in Jacksonville, where I now live. I didn’t initially set out to become a veterinarian. I first pursued a career in nursing, but after moving to Florida, I became an adoption counselor at the Jacksonville Humane Society. There, I discovered my passion for veterinary medicine and realized I wanted to dedicate my career to working with animals. I changed paths and committed myself to becoming a veterinarian, with a particular interest in helping animals in need. I completed my undergraduate studies and veterinary school at the University of Florida, graduating in 2014.

I have practiced veterinary medicine since 2014 and still consider myself a shelter medicine veterinarian at heart. My time in shelter medicine allowed me to care for a wide variety of animals and reinforced what I love most about being a veterinarian: using my skills to help animals with limited access to care. I currently focus on high-volume spay and neuter surgery, with an emphasis on access to care and community cat care. I’m passionate about ensuring feral and community cats, who may not have individual owners advocating for them, receive the medical care they need to live healthy lives.

For the past 15 years, I have opened my home to foster pets needing hospice and end-of-life care. Saying goodbye never gets easier, but I consider it an honor and privilege to be there for these animals when they need someone the most. These experiences have deeply shaped my approach to end-of-life care. I believe a peaceful, dignified goodbye is an important final gift we can give our pets, and families deserve compassionate guidance and support throughout the process. After years of working with shelter animals and hospice fosters, I’ve learned that sometimes the most meaningful part of being a veterinarian is simply being present when a pet and their family need you most. Working with animals who have limited resources or advocates has reinforced the importance of compassion, dignity, and ensuring every pet receives the care they deserve. Helping them experience a peaceful goodbye is a privilege I never take for granted.

Outside of veterinary medicine, I enjoy sewing and crafting. I love creative outlets that allow me to unwind and recharge.