Who We Are
All pets deserve to spend their final moments in the comfort of their home, with their loved ones.
We founded our services on these principles: to provide nonjudgmental, compassionate, and reliable euthanasia for pets and their families. Although necessary, we understand that euthanasia is never going to be easy. Our goal is to minimize the emotional pain, by making this process as peaceful as possible.
We do not provide any other services. This is so that we can be available for you when you make your decision. The majority of the services we provide are scheduled on short notice, and we do our best to accommodate this.
Vets
Dr. Alex
"I knew I wanted to be a veterinarian well before I could spell the word. My dream became a reality when I graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2013.
I met Sabrina while in vet school, and we moved to London to start our lives and plant roots in the city we now call home. Together we founded Paws at Peace to provide a necessary service for the pets in our community.
Our lives are made whole by sharing them with our pets, and I understand that the final moments we get to spend with them are some of the most significant".
Additional training:
Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian (CPEV) with the Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy (CAETA)
Pet Loss Partners: Pet Loss and Bereavement Specialist Training
Dr. Sabrina
"When I was a new veterinarian, I found myself in the bathroom sobbing after each euthanasia service - trying to pull myself together before my next appointment. I needed to learn how to mentally and emotionally prepare for this to best serve my clients, patients, and self. I started on a path of learning everything I could about end-of-life services, and how to do it well. This led to the founding of Paws at Peace, where we believe we can make our beloved pet's final moments as peaceful as possible, letting them pass with dignity in comfortable surroundings.
I am a pet parent first, a veterinarian second. I know what it means to be on the "other side" of the euthanasia decision, and I am honoured to assist the families and pets that we help."
Additional training:
Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian (CPEV) with the Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy (CAETA)
Pet Loss Partners: Pet Loss and Bereavement Specialist Training
Sabrina Easler is the Facility Director under the College of Veterinarians of Ontario. She can be reached by contacting our office.
Dr. Jennifer
"My love of animals began at a young age. I have been privileged to practice as a veterinarian since 2004, working in general, feline specialty, and emergency practice. In my spare time I enjoy curling, improvisational comedy, and spending time with my two children and furry companions.
Like the other veterinarians at Paws at Peace, I believe that pets are members of our family. I am honoured to be able to help families provide a loving and peaceful environment for the passing of their pets at home."
Additional training:
Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian (CPEV) with the Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy (CAETA)
Dr. Evelyn
“I don’t know how you do this job” is a statement I hear frequently from my clients.
During my 19 years as a veterinarian, my focus has always been to improve the quality of life for all of my patients. There comes a time, however, when quality of life has declined, and we need to be considering end of life for our pets. I believe that a good ending is the final gift we give to our furry family members.
I always feel privileged to be able to help a loved pet pass in a peaceful, pain free manner with their people around them.
I joined Paws at Peace because I think being able to perform this final service, in the comfort of their home, is of great benefit to our cherished pets. And although the passing of a pet can be heartbreaking, I value hearing owners reminiscing about their memories together with their precious pet.
I share my life with four furry family members and embrace their unconditional love. "
Additional training:
Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian (CPEV) with the Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy (CAETA)
Dr. Kate
"I believe that it is a privilege to be trusted with the care of your furry family members. I am lucky enough to be a pet parent, and I know how much joy and love our pets bring us.
Being a veterinarian has been a lifelong dream of mine and I have loved critters of all shapes and sizes for as long as I can remember. Since graduating in 2022 I have worked in general and emergency practice, as well as in wildlife rehabilitation.
One of the most important parts of my practice is maintaining quality of life. Unfortunately, despite our best efforts, there comes a time when quality of life is declining and sometimes the kindest thing we can do is consider end-of-life care. These are hard moments for our families, but we are here to support you and provide a peaceful goodbye at home, where your pets feel safest and most comfortable. "
Additional training:
Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian (CPEV) with the Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy (CAETA)
Vet Techs
Beckie
"From fur to feathers to scales, I have been fascinated by animals for as long as I can remember. I knew from a young age that I wanted to work with animals in some capacity, but I was unsure how that would translate into a career.
Growing up with pets, I've learned many valuable lessons they impart on us. Teaching us responsibility, empathy, comfort, and the joy of companionship and unconditional love. The degree with which their presence enrich our lives, is immeasurable. My fur-babies are my world, and I strive to infuse every patient with the same love and care that I lavish on my own.
Since graduating in 2013, I have been fortunate to learn and work in various sectors within the veterinary industry, but none have been as fulfilling as the work with Paws at Peace.
While the day we bid farewell to our cherished companions is not one any pet parent eagerly anticipates, it's a time deserving of thoughtful consideration. Having experienced euthanasia in a clinical setting and having witnessed the profound impact it can have on both pets and their family, I feel incredibly privileged to help provide a peaceful, comfortable, and dignified passing that aligns with the life you've given them."
Additional training:
Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Professional (CPEP)
Karen
"As an RVT, I've had the opportunity to work in a wide variety of settings since graduating in 2005. From BC to Ontario, I've been in general practice and specialty referral hospitals, to 24/7 emergency clinics. And I still teach part-time in a veterinary technician college program most semesters.
I not only love animals, but I also love helping others. My dad is a social worker, and a wonderful role model; I grew up learning to look out for and always consider other people.
Working with the in-home euthanasia service is by far the most meaningful thing I've ever done. It is an honour to be trusted to help at such a difficult time. I believe that a peaceful, pain-free, dignified death, surrounded by loved ones, and in their own home, is the kindest final gift we can give our pets. They are, after all, our family, our unconditionally forgiving number one fans, therapists, and best friends, and they deserve no less."
Additional training:
Pet Loss Partners: Pet Loss and Bereavement Specialist Training
Additional training:
Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Professional (CPEP)
Melanie
"When I told my dad I wanted to pursue becoming a veterinary technician, knowing how much I loved animals, he cautioned; “You know you won’t be able to save everything, Melanie.” I knew this to be true, but I wanted to help animals in whatever way I could.
Initially, I moved from regular practice into emergency medicine, hoping to harden myself to the realities of veterinary medicine. But what I soon learned is that soft part of me, needs no hardening.
I’m honoured to shed tears alongside owners as they say goodbye to their beloved pets, knowing all too well how difficult that goodbye can be. I am privileged to be a part of the Paws at Peace team and to be a part of your pets’ final day."
Additional training:
Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Professional (CPEP)
Kelly
"Animals big and small have always been my passion. I would bring everything home, and the family pets always ended up being my companion. Working with horses for many years of my life, lead me to meet an amazing large animal veterinarian, who became my mentor and guided me into the profession of becoming a Veterinary Technician. Being in clinical practice for 14 years taught me the importance of compassion and patience we all need when we have to say goodbye to our fur babies.
We need someone to listen and take some of the weight we carry with all the decisions and preparation. I now devote my career to helping pet parents by allowing them to feel safe and hand me some of that weight so they can focus and embrace every moment they have with their best friends. My life has more meaning as an advocate for all animals, big and small."
Additional training:
Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Professional (CPEP)
Jess
"Growing up I was always surrounded by animals and this felt almost like a calling for me. I knew this is where I was meant to be. I have been an RVT since 2017 working in small animal practices and joined with this amazing team at Paws at Peace in 2020.
In my teenage years, there was an unfortunate situation where I was not able to tell my 2 childhood dogs goodbye. From what I experienced as a teenager, it taught me how important saying goodbye is and ensuring that each and every animal gets the dignified passing that they deserve. That is what led me to joining the Paws at Peace team and supporting their goal of a dignified, peaceful passing. After all, we join this profession because we want to help animals big and small.
It is an honour to have your trust and to help you and your family through the hardest part of being a pet parent. I want to ensure you and your pet get to say goodbye and see you again."
Additional training:
Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Professional (CPEP)
Affiliations
International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care
Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy
The Pet Loss Partners