“There is no exercise better for the heart than reaching down and lifting people up.”
My Doberman dog suddenly got very sick, although he was only about 7 years old, and our vet could not stop the illness. He was in pain and suffering, so we decided we would do the kindest thing and ease his suffering. He weighed a great deal and, being old ourselves, we knew we couldn't deal with this at the vet, so we tried to find a vet to come to us. We live out in the country, so vets told us we were out of their range. Lap of Love did not quibble, they got our info and Dr Cowles was out the same day. She was tender with the dog and with us. She was very understanding of the pain we felt and she stayed until we were ready to put him in the ground. We truly appreciated the kindness she showed our dog and us. We would recommend this vet service to any who seek peace for their fur friend. Thank you Dr Cowles.
Dr. Gary came to our home during one of the hardest moments of my life, and I truly cannot express how grateful I am for the care he provided. He was incredibly kind, gentle, and patient from the moment he arrived. He treated Sansa with such genuine compassion and affection, making sure she felt safe and at ease the entire time. Letting her go was heartbreaking, but Dr. Gary created a peaceful and comforting environment that helped ease that pain just a little. He took his time, explained everything softly, and handled Sansa with so much dignity and love. It meant everything to me to know she was in such good, caring hands in her final moments. I will always be thankful for the warmth and empathy he showed us. It made an unbearable experience feel just a bit more bearable.
Dr. KJ came to my home to help me say goodbye to my beloved dog, Candy, and I truly cannot put into words how grateful I am for her. This was the most difficult experience of my life, but she made it as peaceful and comforting as it could possibly be—for both me and, most importantly, for Candy. From the moment she arrived, Dr. KJ was incredibly gentle, patient, and understanding. She took the time to explain everything clearly and never rushed me. She gave me all the time I needed to be with Candy, which meant everything. What stood out most was the care and dignity she showed throughout the entire process. She treated Candy with such kindness and respect from beginning to end, and that is something I will always hold close to my heart. After the appointment, I emailed her with a few concerns and emotions I was struggling with, and she responded with such a thoughtful, heartfelt message. That level of care and compassion—even after everything was done—meant more to me than I can express. It truly shows how deeply she cares about both her patients and their families. Choosing in-home euthanasia was the best decision I could have made for Candy, and Dr. KJ made that experience as peaceful and loving as possible. I am forever thankful to her for helping my girl pass so gently.
Dr. Cowles made a horrible event tolerable. She showed tremendous compassion. I cannot thank her enough for guiding us through this. A truly great person.