In-Home Pet Euthanasia in South Shore

I grew up in rural Virginia, surrounded by a menagerie of animals. Even as a child, I knew veterinary medicine was my calling. I enjoy all aspects of the profession and have worked in various settings, including shelter medicine, spay and neuter clinics, urgent care and emergency clinics, full-service hospitals, and dental practices. 

I’ve worked in Virginia, Pennsylvania, and New York, but the majority of my 25-year career was spent in Maryland. A few years ago, I stepped away from practice to move home and care for my elderly parents. My mother entered home hospice in 2022, and although I would have loved her to stay healthy forever, it was a blessing to have her at home. She was able to attend my wedding and got to meet and hold my baby daughter. 

In late 2024, my mother, her cat, and my father's dog all passed away in quick succession. The difficulty of this time reminded me of a truth I had already learned in my work: Loss is inevitable, but the ability to provide a good goodbye is truly a gift. 

Reflecting on these experiences, I decided to do something meaningful to honor my mother's memory. I know my mother would want me to try to provide comfort to other families experiencing similarly difficult times. 

Lap of Love offers a vital service for pet owners and families facing the loss of a beloved pet, and I am grateful to be part of their team. A good goodbye is a gift, and I hope to provide that for all pets and pet families in a compassionate, comfortable, and supportive environment.

I was born and raised in Wisconsin before moving to South Carolina for high school and college. I wanted to be a veterinarian for as long as I can remember. As a child, I collected injured wildlife and nursed them back to health. I have always been drawn to animals and helping those in need.

I obtained my bachelor’s degree in animal and veterinary sciences from Clemson University before attending Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine on the island of St. Kitts, where I earned my Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. For the past 13 years, I have practiced general medicine in the South Shore area of Massachusetts, caring for dogs, cats, and other small companion animals. I enjoy continuing to learn and practice a wide range of medicine.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband, Neil, and our pets: two dogs, Ramona and Gimli; three cats, Richard, Herman, and Asya; and a bearded dragon named Darrell. My hobbies include traveling, hiking, reading, listening to music, building with LEGOs, doing puzzles, and playing video games.

After having my childhood dog Shady euthanized in a cold, clinical setting, I vowed to make the end-of-life experience for my own patients as comfortable and warm as possible. I’ve since euthanized four of my own pets, ensuring each of their last days were beautiful and their final moments peaceful and surrounded by love. Losing both of my parents has strengthened that commitment, pushing me further toward this specialized line of work.

Being able to provide a peaceful passing to pets in the comfort of their own home is an honor. I hope my loved ones will pass peacefully, surrounded by comfort and love, and that inspires me to share this gift with other families and their pets when they are in need.