Meet the veterinarians
About Dr. Lisa Centonze
I spent most of my childhood in Rockville, Maryland, which is a suburb of Washington, D.C. Growing up, I took care of our family cats. I wanted to become a veterinarian, but I got a little distracted in college.
When I met my husband, we discovered that we had both had childhood ambitions of becoming veterinarians, and we encouraged each other to pursue this interest. After a sad experience with our first cat, we decided we wanted to be able to provide medical care for our future pets, and we eventually went to veterinary school together at the University of Florida.
After graduating from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 2003, I worked in private practice and relief work before spending the majority of my career in shelter medicine. I love helping abandoned, lost, and neglected animals who have no one else. I examined thousands of abused animals in those years and testified as an expert witness in dozens of animal cruelty cases. It’s sad but also rewarding to act as a voice for the voiceless and pursue justice for these innocent creatures.
I know that transporting a sick, injured, or dying animal to the veterinary hospital for care or euthanasia is stressful for the pet and the owner. It is more humane to offer that comfort, care, and a peaceful passing at home, where the pet and family are most comfortable.
When I’m not working, I love to read and travel. I have lived on four continents and have traveled to every continent except Antarctica. I love visiting the U.S. National Parks and Florida’s state parks. When I’m not traveling or working, I love to sit on my screened porch facing the lake, with a cup of coffee, reading while one of my five cats naps on my lap.
About Dr. Sabrina Daniels
I am originally from Cowlesville, New York, a tiny rural town where cattle outnumber people. As a child, I spent most of my time by the nearby creek or listening to birds in the woods. I was often accompanied by my first dog, Princess, a beautiful rough collie. Princess was a loyal companion and a great listener, always eager to hear me read books aloud and sing her songs.
As Princess aged, she suffered from arthritis and cognitive decline. Although we said our goodbyes and she was lovingly escorted across the rainbow bridge, I knew I would never forget my first friend. I promised to help pets like her, and families like mine, by supporting them through end-of-life care.
My journey to becoming a veterinarian began at Medaille College, where I studied veterinary technology. I went on to work as a licensed veterinary technician (LVT) for nine years in a busy eight-doctor general practice. During that time, I attended the University of Buffalo for my undergraduate and master’s degrees in biological sciences. This was followed by veterinary school at Ross University. I completed my clinical training and primary care internship at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
While end-of-life care and supporting the human-animal bond are my primary interests, I enjoy many aspects of veterinary medicine, including dentistry, cardiology, oncology, and working with pocket pets and reptiles.
As a Lap of Love veterinarian, I am honored to provide care that eases discomfort for pets and their families while also witnessing such a beautiful expression of love. I find the human-animal bond to be one of life’s deepest and most fulfilling experiences. Our pets give us purpose, belonging, and love without the need for words. I believe this bond continues despite the loss of their physical presence, and that while their passing brings us pain and sadness, it gives them freedom and peace.
When I’m not caring for pets and their families, you’ll find me outdoors. I love to kayak, hike, and camp. I also enjoy traveling to new places, playing video games, and swimming.
About Dr. Katelyn Ross
I was born in California, in the Mojave Desert, and at the age of 10 moved to Yellowknife in Canada. Since then I have also lived in Michigan, Ohio, North Carolina, and now Lakeland, Florida. I consider home to be all of the people I’ve met and the experiences I’ve had in each of these places. Moving around so frequently allowed me to see many animal-related experiences that could have been prevented with the proper resources and education—and I wanted to be a part of that change.
I completed my undergraduate studies at North Carolina State University, where I earned my degree in animal science and a minor in nutrition. After that, I attended the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine for my vet school studies.
I find it rewarding when owners understand why I recommend a certain treatment plan to help their pets live a long, happy life. My work as a small animal general practitioner has exposed me to a vast array of challenges. I most remember the families who I guide through tough quality-of-life decisions.
My great-aunt was able to pass on and end her pain in hospice care after being paralyzed by a drunk driver. Now, dealing with the decision for euthanasia for pets and their families, I always think of her. My family has had to euthanize two pets: my cat, Manx, and our childhood dog, Patch. These experiences allowed me to understand humane euthanasia, and to empathize with pet owners who have to make the decision to part with their pets.
With the unconditional love our fur family gives us, they certainly deserve a special place to go, and I believe that euthanasia is a gift we are lucky to have in veterinary medicine. I joined the Lap of Love family to help prevent additional turmoil in a time of emotional distress and loss by offering in-home humane euthanasia.
Outside of veterinary medicine, I love exploring new places, reading, finding new restaurants, and cooking. As I grow with my two daughters, I love seeing their personalities develop and dancing away our worries to Taylor Swift every night after bath time.
About Dr. Lisa Centonze
I spent most of my childhood in Rockville, Maryland, which is a suburb of Washington, D.C. Growing up, I took care of our family cats. I wanted to become a veterinarian, but I got a little distracted in college.
When I met my husband, we discovered that we had both had childhood ambitions of becoming veterinarians, and we encouraged each other to pursue this interest. After a sad experience with our first cat, we decided we wanted to be able to provide medical care for our future pets, and we eventually went to veterinary school together at the University of Florida.
After graduating from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 2003, I worked in private practice and relief work before spending the majority of my career in shelter medicine. I love helping abandoned, lost, and neglected animals who have no one else. I examined thousands of abused animals in those years and testified as an expert witness in dozens of animal cruelty cases. It’s sad but also rewarding to act as a voice for the voiceless and pursue justice for these innocent creatures.
I know that transporting a sick, injured, or dying animal to the veterinary hospital for care or euthanasia is stressful for the pet and the owner. It is more humane to offer that comfort, care, and a peaceful passing at home, where the pet and family are most comfortable.
When I’m not working, I love to read and travel. I have lived on four continents and have traveled to every continent except Antarctica. I love visiting the U.S. National Parks and Florida’s state parks. When I’m not traveling or working, I love to sit on my screened porch facing the lake, with a cup of coffee, reading while one of my five cats naps on my lap.
About Dr. Sabrina Daniels
I am originally from Cowlesville, New York, a tiny rural town where cattle outnumber people. As a child, I spent most of my time by the nearby creek or listening to birds in the woods. I was often accompanied by my first dog, Princess, a beautiful rough collie. Princess was a loyal companion and a great listener, always eager to hear me read books aloud and sing her songs.
As Princess aged, she suffered from arthritis and cognitive decline. Although we said our goodbyes and she was lovingly escorted across the rainbow bridge, I knew I would never forget my first friend. I promised to help pets like her, and families like mine, by supporting them through end-of-life care.
My journey to becoming a veterinarian began at Medaille College, where I studied veterinary technology. I went on to work as a licensed veterinary technician (LVT) for nine years in a busy eight-doctor general practice. During that time, I attended the University of Buffalo for my undergraduate and master’s degrees in biological sciences. This was followed by veterinary school at Ross University. I completed my clinical training and primary care internship at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
While end-of-life care and supporting the human-animal bond are my primary interests, I enjoy many aspects of veterinary medicine, including dentistry, cardiology, oncology, and working with pocket pets and reptiles.
As a Lap of Love veterinarian, I am honored to provide care that eases discomfort for pets and their families while also witnessing such a beautiful expression of love. I find the human-animal bond to be one of life’s deepest and most fulfilling experiences. Our pets give us purpose, belonging, and love without the need for words. I believe this bond continues despite the loss of their physical presence, and that while their passing brings us pain and sadness, it gives them freedom and peace.
When I’m not caring for pets and their families, you’ll find me outdoors. I love to kayak, hike, and camp. I also enjoy traveling to new places, playing video games, and swimming.
About Dr. Katelyn Ross
I was born in California, in the Mojave Desert, and at the age of 10 moved to Yellowknife in Canada. Since then I have also lived in Michigan, Ohio, North Carolina, and now Lakeland, Florida. I consider home to be all of the people I’ve met and the experiences I’ve had in each of these places. Moving around so frequently allowed me to see many animal-related experiences that could have been prevented with the proper resources and education—and I wanted to be a part of that change.
I completed my undergraduate studies at North Carolina State University, where I earned my degree in animal science and a minor in nutrition. After that, I attended the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine for my vet school studies.
I find it rewarding when owners understand why I recommend a certain treatment plan to help their pets live a long, happy life. My work as a small animal general practitioner has exposed me to a vast array of challenges. I most remember the families who I guide through tough quality-of-life decisions.
My great-aunt was able to pass on and end her pain in hospice care after being paralyzed by a drunk driver. Now, dealing with the decision for euthanasia for pets and their families, I always think of her. My family has had to euthanize two pets: my cat, Manx, and our childhood dog, Patch. These experiences allowed me to understand humane euthanasia, and to empathize with pet owners who have to make the decision to part with their pets.
With the unconditional love our fur family gives us, they certainly deserve a special place to go, and I believe that euthanasia is a gift we are lucky to have in veterinary medicine. I joined the Lap of Love family to help prevent additional turmoil in a time of emotional distress and loss by offering in-home humane euthanasia.
Outside of veterinary medicine, I love exploring new places, reading, finding new restaurants, and cooking. As I grow with my two daughters, I love seeing their personalities develop and dancing away our worries to Taylor Swift every night after bath time.
About Dr. Lisa Centonze
I spent most of my childhood in Rockville, Maryland, which is a suburb of Washington, D.C. Growing up, I took care of our family cats. I wanted to become a veterinarian, but I got a little distracted in college.
When I met my husband, we discovered that we had both had childhood ambitions of becoming veterinarians, and we encouraged each other to pursue this interest. After a sad experience with our first cat, we decided we wanted to be able to provide medical care for our future pets, and we eventually went to veterinary school together at the University of Florida.
After graduating from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 2003, I worked in private practice and relief work before spending the majority of my career in shelter medicine. I love helping abandoned, lost, and neglected animals who have no one else. I examined thousands of abused animals in those years and testified as an expert witness in dozens of animal cruelty cases. It’s sad but also rewarding to act as a voice for the voiceless and pursue justice for these innocent creatures.
I know that transporting a sick, injured, or dying animal to the veterinary hospital for care or euthanasia is stressful for the pet and the owner. It is more humane to offer that comfort, care, and a peaceful passing at home, where the pet and family are most comfortable.
When I’m not working, I love to read and travel. I have lived on four continents and have traveled to every continent except Antarctica. I love visiting the U.S. National Parks and Florida’s state parks. When I’m not traveling or working, I love to sit on my screened porch facing the lake, with a cup of coffee, reading while one of my five cats naps on my lap.