My Approach

I am a veterinarian.

But I am also a pet parent who has knelt on the floor begging a beloved animal to eat.
Who has studied radiographs with dread in my stomach.
Who has wrestled with the question so many families whisper in the dark:

How will I know when it’s time?

Crossing Paws was born from my own experiences navigating the end-of-life journeys of my cat, Marley, and my dog, Zoe.

Marley taught me about the quiet devastation of oral cancer and the unbearable weight of choosing euthanasia. Zoe taught me about fighting osteosarcoma, about hope and denial, and about recognizing when quality of life has shifted despite our best efforts.

Even with medical training, the decision felt overwhelming.

I realized something important: families do not just need medical information. They need steady, compassionate guidance. They need someone to sit with them in uncertainty. They need reassurance that choosing peace is not the same as giving up.

Through Crossing Paws, I provide telehospice consultations and end-of-life decision support for families navigating their pet’s final chapter.

My role is not to tell you what to do.
My role is to help you see clearly.
To assess quality of life thoughtfully.
To identify suffering gently.
To support you in making a decision rooted in love.

You do not have to navigate this alone.