Wanda Alcala

My beloved Boston beat cancer multiple times in his 16 years of life but he couldn’t beat old age and the severe osteoarthritis that came with it.

When Boston let me know he was ready to transition I contacted Gentle Pet Passages and Dr. Emily Howard showed up early the next day. Boston’s primary veterinarian was female so Dr. Emily was a great comfort for Boston.

From the moment Dr. Emily arrived, she was compassionate, gentle, kind and slowly walked me through the end-of-life process while giving Boston treats to enjoy. She also listened intently to my countless stories of Boston’s life.

I cannot emphasize enough the importance of the private stress-free end-of-life service Dr. Emily and Gentle Pet Passages provided for both me and Boston.

I promised Boston when the time came he would transition in the comfort of his own home, in his favorite bed and with me holding his paw. Thanks to Gentle Pet Passages I was able to keep my promise.

I have two more boys entering their senior stage of life and I plan to give them the same merciful end-of-life experience their older brother received courtesy of Gentle Pet Passages.