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Endorsements

It can be helpful to hear from other pet families that have been through this process with us. Read about their experiences through Google reviews, Facebook posts & reviews, and Yelp in addition to the testimonials found below.

It can be helpful to hear from other pet families that have been through this process with us. Read about their experiences through Google reviews, Facebook posts & reviews, and Yelp in addition to the testimonials found below.

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Words cannot express how thankful we are to have found you in our time of need. Thank you for helping us say good-bye to our very special baby and helping us know we made the best decision possible.

Tammy Stark
Madison, WI

It was the hardest decision I have ever had to make to put Pearl to sleep as her body was beginning to shut down due to old age (she was 22 years old). I am not quite sure I would have been able to do it without Dr. Katie. She was kind, compassionate and I could tell that she cared about my pet even though she had never met Pearl before. She explained what to expect and walked us through the process step by step. I felt relieved and somewhat at peace knowing that Pearl was in good hands and was allowed to cross over peacefully.

Thank you Dr. Katie from the bottom of my heart. You have no idea what comfort you were able to provide us during Pearl’s last moments.

Stephanie Bandl
Madison, WI

I just wanted to let you know that your Journeys Quality of Life Scale was very helpful for us today. We were struggling with watching our 21 year old cat start to fail, and despite our best efforts at gauging her quality of life and her suffering, we were struggling with the decision. Our vet was supportive, sage, kind, and helpful, and offered us your pamphlet. It helped us quantify all of the factors that had been swimming in our heads, and made it ok to let our sweet Mrs. Binxy go.

Good work, and thank you.

JB
Madison, WI

Dr. Hilst with her compassion and kindness made Meow’s journey over the Rainbow Bridge a stress free journey. We appreciate all that she does for our furbabies and for their parents. God bless you Dr. Hilst. You truly are are an Angel.

Muriel and Employees at Olson's Flowers
Mount Horeb, WI

Thank you for your kindness, gentle care of our sweet Abbey … it will never be forgotten
Dr. Laura was wonderful ❤️

Linda Melby
via Facebook

Thank you Dr. Katie for being there when we needed you. We immediately knew we were in good hands. You were so compassionate to both Riley and us, assuring us that he was not in pain and that the end would be peaceful. Being at his side, in his home, at the end of his life was extremely important to us. We wanted him to know that he was loved and would be missed – you gave us that chance. Our clay footprint will be a cherished memento of him for the rest our lives. You truly have found your calling and we are grateful we found you.

Jerry and Marilyn Lehman
Madison, WI

Its been ten months and I have thought of you every day. To have you be in our home with us, for you to hold, soothe, give the gift of your time, honor and treat Samantha with such dignity during her final hours was a light in humanity. I feel so blessed that you touched our lives and helped Samantha at her most critical time. The time you took with us the day Sam left and the time you shared with us to follow-up and visit, bring her back home, talk about our feelings… all you did; we are with grateful heart for your light and love. You are an incredible gift to this beautiful planet, our common home to our fur children.

Deb Iglesias and Family
City of Madison, WI

Thank you Dr. Katie for making Sassy’s end of life peaceful. She was terrified of going to the vet (scary pet carrier, scary car, scary noises and smells at the vet) so on top of a very difficult decision I couldn’t stand the thought of her last hours being spent that way. I was so glad to find your website and realize there was an alternative. You were so kind and gentle with her I know she is at peace. Every pet deserves a peaceful end of life in the comfort of their own home, especially considering all the joy they bring to ours.

Denise Mazzara
Madison, WI

We put our beloved pet down today and Dr. Katie Hilst turned this traumatic event into a peaceful, beautiful experience for us. She was kind, compassionate, professional, knowledgeable and clearly experienced. She told us exactly what was going to happen. Our dog was given some treats to distract him while Dr. Hilst sedated him and then he gently fell asleep. She administered a second med to stop his heart but he was completely unaware. She covered Louie with a beautiful blanket after she made paw prints and then put him on a stretcher to take for cremation. We would never have made it through this with our her and recommend to everyone to use this service in your time of need.

Beth Wydeven
Madison, WI

I was so worried about my best friend, Libby, after she had an episode on Labor Day morning. Being a retired Hospice RN, I knew I needed to make end of life arrangements. I had vowed that no pet of mine would ever be faced with leaving home to go to the clinic. After talking with Dr Katie Hilst, my heart was so relived to find that your service came to Beloit.

Libby had a slow steady decline until she gave more signs that let me know she had chosen her day. The difficult phone call was made and Dr Catie Hawkins was on call. I could not have had a more compassionate, understanding, caring person that night. Dr Catie supported me as I whispered my good byes to a beloved dog. Libby remained comfortable and with decreased anxiety as she transitioned to the “Rainbow Bridge”.

Dr Catie, ” Thank You” for allowing me to honor Libby as she deserved.

Eve Cooper
Beloit, WI
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