Lap of Love's Dr. Kimberly Moen Shares How to Cope with Pet Loss
Pet power is never to be underestimated. Join us in this special Oh Behave show episode as host Arden Moore speaks with Dr. Kimberly Moen, DVM, a veterinarian who provides pet hospice care and at-home euthanasia services at the Lap of Love center that serves Palm Beach County, Florida. Dr. Kimberly also shares ways to celebrate the memories of "heart" pets who have passed on, including how she commemorated the passing of her beloved black Labrador named Morena. Pets make us better humans and their memories stay alive in us forever.
BIO:
Dr. Kimberly Moen, DVM
I have always loved animals. Among being on farms, going on wildlife photography shoots, and having my own furry family members, it was destined that I should become a Veterinarian so I could take care of the furry companions I loved so much. After completing my B.S. in Biology, I went on to study and work as a Certified Veterinary Technician, initially at the Smithsonian National Zoo for an externship, then wildlife rehabilitation, emergency, surgery, and finally general practice before going to Vet school.
I graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine after completing my clinical rotations at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. I had externships at Belize Zoo, Brevard Zoo and Lion Country Safari, and translocating animals in South Africa, Though working with wildlife was extremely thrilling, growing up with a strong Christian faith, I wondered how i could reconcile my passion for animals and fulfill the need to be in service to people.
I joined general small animal practice, then I found my calling with the Lap of Love family. Through them, I am able to offer comfort and guidance to people who are going through one of the hardest times in their lives, as well as relieve or prevent the suffering of their furry family members. When I can make the difficult process of letting go of a loved one any easier on the family and their fur baby, it fills my heart.
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