I provide routine vet care for cats and dogs in your home:

  • Avoid stressful car rides and waiting rooms
  • Reduce your pet's exposure to contagious animals and
  • Enjoy personalized attention

My Philosophy

I believe that our pets are like our children and should be treated accordingly. They are sentient beings and experience a full range of emotions and pain, just as we do. They have their own way of communicating but that doesn’t make them less intelligent. They are just different. They give us unconditional love and are completely dependent upon us, so we owe it to them to make them as comfortable, happy and healthy as we can.

I believe that our clients are people, not numbers. I treat them like members of the family, just as I do their pets.

I believe in taking the time to do my job thoroughly and not rushing. I love to get to know the dogs and cats that I treat and their people, address all medical, nutritional and behavioral concerns, and answer any questions before moving on to the next appointment.

I believe that most behavioral issues can be resolved through training and communication.

I believe in a modest vaccination protocol. After a dog or cat’s first year, I give Rabies and Distemper vaccines every three years. Other vaccines are given only according to potential exposure and risk.

I believe in feeding a human-grade diet. Many diseases are caused by unhealthy ingredients. Home cooking is best and I will teach you how to do this in a balanced way if you wish. If you prefer to feed pet food, I can direct you to the latest, most health-conscious brands that are available near you. To learn more about this topic, look up “pet food facts” on the web and do your own research!

I believe in small businesses. You won’t be put on hold and you won’t experience teleprompts. I like to refer to similar services that honor their clients and do what they do for the love of animals. Everyone on our referral list fits that description. If I get one valid complaint, I remove them.

I believe in taking the best care that I can of our companions, but I understand the need for a practical approach. Everyone has to consider their ability to provide for their families and themselves, and I won’t make you feel guilty if you can’t afford an expensive treatment. I provide the information and options — you choose.

I believe in considering quality of life when your pet becomes old or ill. I will do what I can to make them as comfortable as possible. Heroics, however, are not necessary when it won’t change the outcome or will only cause undue stress on an animal that is already in pain.

I believe that the final decision must be made with love in your heart. Your devoted companion will try to stay with you as long as you need them, but when the time is right, you need to make the unselfish choice to let them go and end their suffering.

I believe in mercy. When you have done everything you can for your pet and their quality of life is gone, I will help him or her gracefully transition into the next world with as much dignity and as little pain or fear as possible. I deeply understand your grief and will be with you and offer a hug if it will help.