When your animal is nearing the end, you don't have to do it alone.
I am an end-of-life pet doula serving Niagara and Erie counties, New York. I help you prepare questions for your vet, plan for your pet's final days, and talk through what you're facing. I also offer support after your pet has died.
Start with a free 15–30 minute phone call. You can tell me what's happening and ask questions. There's no obligation to arrange further support.
Help understanding your options
You may have questions about what happens next, including whether care at home is available or what to ask at your next vet appointment. I can help you find information and prepare for those conversations, so you can discuss your pet's care with your veterinarian.
What a pet doula does
A pet doula offers emotional support and practical help around the end of a pet's life.
I can meet with you at home or accompany you to your vet's office. We can talk about your concerns, write down questions for your veterinarian, or spend time remembering your pet. If you don't feel like talking, I can simply keep you company.
My story
When Winnie was nearing the end of her life, I wished I had someone to talk to about what was happening and what options were available. That experience is why I started Winnie's Legacy.
I'm Ashley Grabowski. I hold the Companion Animal End-of-Life Doula Professional Certificate from the University of Vermont. My background is in physical therapy, with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and years spent caring for people at the end of their lives and supporting their families.
As a pet doula, I offer the kind of support I wanted during Winnie's final days: someone to listen, help me find information, and be there with me.
What working together looks like
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Our first call is free and lasts 15–30 minutes. We'll talk about what's happening with your pet, what you need help with, and whether my services are a good fit. You can ask questions before deciding whether to arrange a visit or another conversation.
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I can meet you at home or at your vet's office. We'll talk about what would be useful that day, whether that's preparing for an appointment, discussing your concerns, or having someone sit with you.
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You can also reach out after your pet has died. We can talk about how you're feeling, share memories of your pet, or discuss ways you'd like to remember them.
My role is nonmedical. Your veterinarian provides medical advice and treatment; I offer time to talk and help you prepare.
How I can help
Help finding information, organizing questions for your vet, and making plans for your pet's final days.
Company and emotional support at home or at your vet's office when you want someone there.
Time to talk about your pet, what you miss, and how you're feeling.
Help with keepsakes such as paw prints, fur clippings, and hand-drawn portraits, if you'd like them.
Call or email me to arrange a free introductory conversation. You don't need to know exactly what help you're looking for before getting in touch.
If you'd rather write first, email me with as much or as little detail as you feel comfortable sharing. I answer every message myself.