Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia

Growing up, I lived in the northern suburbs of Chicago near the Wisconsin border. I always enjoyed being able to drive by fields filled with cows, horses, and corn as well as hopping across the state line to grab some cheese curds every once in a while!

I was always surrounded by furry friends, big and small during my childhood. Like many others in the profession, I have wanted to be a veterinarian since before I can remember. I loved more than just my own pets growing up. I also loved the wild salamanders, toads, and monarch butterflies I would find in our backyard, even if my parents weren’t so excited every time I brought home another “exotic” creature to show them. I wanted to help every animal I met. As I also discovered my love for science and medicine, my passion only grew. I loved the idea of combining my love for science, animals, and their people into a career I would truly enjoy.

I received my bachelor’s degree in biology from Elmhurst College before attending the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, where I received my veterinary degree. After graduating from veterinary school I made the big move to Dallas, Texas where I worked for many years in small animal general practice.

From young pets to senior pets, I loved working with families to create the best plan to keep their best friend healthy as well as to decipher their pet’s illness and work together to heal them. However, I feel there is nothing more honorable than guiding pets and their people through end-of-life care. It is such an immense privilege to be fully present with families and to foster the human-animal bond in such a loving and peaceful way. I have said goodbye to my own pup at home, and I truly value the opportunity to provide the same closure for others and their loved ones in the comfort of home as well.

Outside of doing this important work, I love exploring nature and going on walks and hikes with my husband and 3 rescue dogs. I also love being at home baking, cooking, and playing video games.