Dear Pet Parents,
After many years in the clinic setting, I knew that I wanted to change the way end-of-life care was viewed and carried out for all pets. It is my mission to honor the bond between family and pet and to ensure that you, the caretaker, feels supported and guided. My team and I will work with you to address your worries and concerns surrounding your pet's care so that you may move forward, empowered to make the best decisions for your unique pet and circumstances.
Together, we will work to create a peaceful and gentle euthanasia experience in the privacy and love of the home. It is my honor to be there to help you say goodbye, in a deeply personal and meaningful way. And it is my sincere wish for your pet to experience nothing but the familiar surroundings, sounds, and love found only within your home as they drift off into a deep sleep and gentle passing.
End-of-Life care for pets is changing for the better, and we will continue to be a part of this change. Afterall, the ending of any story is the most important part.
Yours in Caretaking,
Melissa Trupia, DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine), CHPV (Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Veterinarian), CVMA (Certified Veterinary Medical Acupuncturist), CCRP (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner)
Dr. Melissa Trupia graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a BS in Biology in 1999 and Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine in Massachusetts in 2005. She completed a rotating internship at Fifth Avenue Veterinary Specialists in New York City in 2006 leading to a number of years practicing in the general medicine setting. Dr. Trupia has since completed the Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner program through the University of Tennessee followed by certification in Medical Acupuncture for Veterinarians through CuraCore. She has completed the Hospice and Palliative Care Veterinarian certification through IAAHPC and has done additional training through the Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy earning a seal for commitment to excellence. Dr. Trupia is a member of the International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care.
Dr. Trupia is originally from central Illinois and has lived in a variety of locations ranging from a farm in White Hall, Il to New York City. She currently lives in Naperville with her husband, three children, Dorothy the dog and Mark the gecko. In her free time she enjoys reading (current favorites are fantasy or a good thriller), running, and yoga. She has run six Chicago Marathons for the charity Jackās Fund, locally based in Glen Ellyn IL, to raise funds for melanoma research. You can find her out on the lacrosse field pretty much all year long cheering for her kiddos.
Meet the Team
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Jenica Veley
Registered Veterinary Technician
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Kelly Reece
Registered Veterinary Technician