Memorials

Frank

Being able to have Frank home, made things so easy for both of us. While I know it was best for Frank to pass in the home he loved, I didn’t expect the compassion, kindness, caring, understanding and empathy we received. The phone contact was very personal. We sense that every effort was made to make this appointment as individual as peaceful as possible.

Thank you again.

Denise Jones
Whittier

So many people loved and feared Johnny over the years. He was as welcoming as a dog when people he cared about would drive up to the house, but those same delighted people would often not dare to pet him. Johnny was such a large and wonderful specimen of a cat. At his peak, he weighed 17lbs. Gracie and I would say “17lbs of joy!”

He lived a long life, though he was quite sick at the end. Thanks to Dr. Forslund, we felt at peace with his illness because we knew he wasn’t suffering and we knew she would advise us as to when he was ready to pass on. He lived beyond what the vets thought possible, with her gentle hospice care.

Karen Malley
Anaheim

Hershey came to me at 6 weeks of age. I went into NatCat looking for a black cat and I found mine! Hershey was the only kitten that woke up. He climbed up my neck and purred and I was hooked. After a long illness, Hershey told me his pain was too much and I knew what I had to do. The hardest part about having pets in your life is knowing when to stop trying to find out "why" and trying to fix what is wrong and just listen to your beloved pet tell you it's time to go...I can not thank Dr. Forslund enough for her care and compassion for my beloved Hershey and her concern for me. Having Dr. Forslund come to our home made the whole process so much easier on Hershey.
Thank you again for everything!!
Bonnie B.
Huntington Beach

I can't begin to tell you how much we appreciated your kindness, compassion and professionalism. Dr. Forslund, you made a very sad experience into a positive, peaceful, memorable time share with our Brody. I have the deepest gratitude and respect for you and what you do. Thank you so much!

Robyn and Jason Bevis
Irvine

Cassidy was our baby and was a very hard loss. We had to make this decision that same day so due to the quick timing and how sick our baby Cassidy was, there was not much that was going to give us comfort but Dr. Forslund managed to do us that.

Dr. Annie was very loving and kind and her calm demeanor and caring heart made things a little easier on us. We will always remember your kindness on that day. You have a great heart and you were of great help in bringing peace to us on that very sad day. We will always remember you for all you did to help Cassidy and us. Thank you Dr. Forslund, thank you for comforting us.

Scott and Sherry Fottler
Huntington Beach

We will never forget our special family member Mr. Satchel, also known as “Big hairy”.

Dr. Forslund, thank you so very much for your help and for giving Mr. Satchel the privilege to depart to his new journey from his home. Your service was exceptional, from our first contact over the phone with your assistant, to our final time with you. Your aftercare is phenomenal and so appreciated.

Gary and Susan Cummins
Placentia

Nikki came to us unexpectedly, like falling stars and four leaf clovers. She was as fiercely independent as she was affectionate and loving. She was our companion, our cuddle bug, and our protector and she brought joy to our family everyday.

Dr. Forslund, thank you again and again and again. We will be forever grateful to you for helping us give Nikki a peaceful and dignified departure. Your expertise and your calm and gentle demeanor made the most difficult decision and process more bearable. When Nikki wagged her tail and kissed you, we knew we'd made the right decision.

Nikki, a hundred years would not have been enough and we will always love you and miss you everyday.

Jim, Judi and Chipper Houlihan
Huntington Beach

GINGER - April 7, 1996 to August 23, 2012

Our beloved Ginger was sent to Dog Heaven with the kind and caring assistance of Dr. Forslund, at 1:50 p.m. on August 23rd, 2012.

Ginger was the light of our life for 16 years and 4 months of pure pleasure and bliss. She was loved by us and many of our neighbors who would greet her and enjoy her friendship on her walks.

We owe Dr. Forslund an immense amount of gratitude in assisting us with Ginger's transition. She was loving, tender, patient, and considerate in every detail, and made a very painful situation as bearable as is humanly possible.

Jerry Houchens and Scott Bowen
Santa Ana

Coda was born on December 26, 1999 to my best friend's dogs Cookie and Jake. I adopted him with his sister Zeppie in late February 2000 when I was just 18. Together, they have been the greatest gifts and loves of my life! They, along with our kitty Arctica, have been my constant companions for over 12 years!

I wanted so much to be able to give Coda peace and comfort, to be with us at home with his sister in his final moments. Dr. Forslund's services and sweet, gentle nature has given us so much peace and closure that I know I wouldn't have had otherwise. What an amazing blessing - I won't ever have it any other way and have told everyone about it!

Thank you,

Jaclyn Huntington
Huntington Beach

Cher was the most kind, loving, loyal, and gentle dog I have ever known. She loved everyone and everything, except the vet’s office. So when the tremendously difficult decision was made to put her down, I knew that in home euthanasia was the appropriate choice.

Dr. Forslund was so gentle and loving, and Cher loved her immediately. Cher had a quiet, peaceful passing in the comfort of her home with her family around her. This really should be the way that all pets spend their final moments. Thank you, Dr. Forslund, for your invaluable care.

Cher, you are amazing, and you will never be forgotten.

Jacquelyn Bridges
Moreno Valley

Chocolate

I appreciated the thoughtful and considerate way in which you helped us out when it was clear that our beloved dog was having trouble just making it through the day. I could not bear the thought of taking him to the vet for his final journey -- that he could lie quietly next to me by the sofa where he always napped was a gift.

Thank you.

Bill
Pasadena

One of our main concerns with our Pippin was in spite of his health challenges after his heart attack was that he would never suffer.

Dr. Forslund was truly an angel in our time of dire need. She was amazingly kind in our time of need and gave us so much time to say goodbye to our boy. She impressed me with her care, attention and love for our dog. She made the passing much better than it could have been. Thank the lord we were able to connect with her and be able to make a rough situation into something which we can remember as a peaceful and calm ending for a highly valued and loved family member.

Rest in peace Little Pippin...

Richard and Megan Wade
Huntington Beach

We miss our sweet Ruby more than I can say. It has been a very difficult time for the two of us, but our other dogs and cats are a great comfort.

Dr. Forslund, we can not tell you how much we appreciated your accommodations of our last minute notice and your willingness to rearrange your schedule so Ruby could pass away at home peacefully, in the place she lived her entire life, surrounded by those she loved and trusted.
Best wishes,

Marie DiSante and Bill Thompson
Tustin

Dear Dr. Forslund and staff,

I first would like to start off by thanking you for your compassion towards our Cezar. From the time you stepped into our home I knew I had made the right decision to have you come to our home.

Cezar was our first family pet. My oldest son brought him home at six weeks old. What a cuddly little fur ball he was. Little did we know at that time how truly big a male Rottweiler could get. Thank you for allowing us to take our time in saying our goodbyes. My family and I truly felt blessed in having you come and help us in our final goodbyes with him.

With sincere thanks,

The Pagliarulo’s

Aliso Viejo

Dr. Forslund was amazing during this trying time. I had just suffered a traumatic horse accident and was in no condition to deal with the passing of my dog but with the Doctor’s calm and compassionate manner, all went well. I could not have asked for better closure.

I wanted to thank you, Dr. Forslund, because this experience went better than I expected. It was wonderful to see my baby at peace and without pain.

Susan Schectman
Laguna Beach

Dr. Forslund is an absolute jewel! I love the fact that we could do this at home and NOT to put stress on my cat by scaring him. This whole experience was perfect.

Littlebit

I hope you know how much I loved you
And now just how much I will miss you
You will always be here beside me
Always in my heart
My sweet little Littlebit.
Patti Hamilton
Rancho Santa Margarita

Memorials

Frank

Johnny

Hershey

Brody

Cassidy

Satchel

Nikki

Ginger

Coda

Cher

Chocolate

Pippin

Ruby

Cezar

Lucien

Littlebit

My pet is suffering, what do I do?

Testimonials