Dr MJ was born and raised on the east coast of Canada, in beautiful Nova Scotia. She went on to attend veterinary school at the Atlantic Veterinary College in Prince Edward Island. In 2006, after enduring many chilly Canadian winters, Dr MJ decided to move herself down to an even more beautiful place - Hawai’i! Dr MJ spent 9 wonderful years working at clinics on both the west side and east side of Oahu. She then discovered her passion for shelter medicine when she started volunteering at the Hawaiian Humane Society. Seeking new opportunities, Dr MJ moved once again to Los Angeles where she landed her dream job helping shelter pets and other animals who need the most care, in the heart of the city. Through the twists and turns of life, MJ eventually found herself working for Veterinary Public Health, exploring yet another side of veterinary medicine. 

Dr MJ also loves to travel, spend time at the beach, add to her crystal collection, and spend quality time with her two sweet boys, her hubby, three dogs (“Yoshi” the Mini Schnauzer, “Cali” the Pit Bull mix, & “Coal” the Irish Wolfhound), bearded dragon (“Jean-Luc”), and a school of lovely fish! She is honored to be a part-time veterinarian with Hearts & Halos, helping beloved pets transition in the most peaceful and serene way, surrounded by positive energy and love.   

Born and raised in Southern California, Dr. Susan grew up with a bevy of doggy siblings ranging from her family’s huge Doberman to the even larger German Shepherd to the fiercest leader of them all, the Pekingese (who routinely showed all who was boss). 

Dr. Susan started her journey towards veterinary medicine at UC Berkeley where she graduated with a degree in Molecular Cell Biology and Economics. Over time, she made her way back to Los Angeles where she rediscovered her love for animals. This became the foundation for her career in veterinary medicine as she elected to attend Western University of Health, School of Veterinary Medicine. For many years after graduation in 2012, Dr. Susan had the privilege of helping families and their pets in small animal general medicine. 

In 2021, Dr. Susan began to focus on helping families bring comfort and a peaceful passing to their beloved pets at home. She recognized that being present to witness the depth of the human animal bond during this time is a true honor. 

In her spare time, Dr. Susan enjoys spending time with her family, baking treats for her sugar-loving kids, and engaging in a battle of wills with her entirely too smart, troublemaking dog.  

 Dr. Jennifer grew up in Southern California with many different pets, including dogs, cats, birds, and a horse. She began her undergraduate studies at University of California, Davis and began to consider a career in veterinary medicine when she heard about the UC Davis veterinary program. After visiting with her family veterinarian during a school break, Dr Jennifer decided this was the right path for her.   

Dr. Jennifer has always had a special interest in anesthesia and pain management, as well as dentistry and dermatology. She has worked in small animal private practice, public health, and served as the director for a veterinary technology program. Dr. Jennifer believes that a peaceful passing is the final gift we can offer our furry family members and is honored to be able to assist families in saying goodbye to their beloved pets in the comfort of their own home.  

Outside of veterinary medicine, Dr Jennifer enjoys singing and is happy to perform for anyone willing to listen. She loves spending time with her family which includes her husband, twin daughters, their dog (Daisy), and cats (Pounce and Gemma). 

Dr. Bryce was born and raised in Southern California. After attending, Orange Lutheran High School, he completed his undergraduate education at the University of California - Santa Barbara. Dr Bryce began his journey into veterinary medicine by accepting an offer to attend Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. Before graduating from veterinary school, he encountered two beautiful cats, Romulus and Remus, who fortunately chose him as their owner. Dr. Bryce has developed a fondness for emergency medicine and Chinese integrative medicine, including acupuncture, and enjoys combining western and eastern medical philosophies.

 Dr Bryce has recognized that euthanasia is important to him, as death is an end we will all face one day. Animals share the same fate, and Dr Bryce has realized it is in everyone’s best interest to help our pets pass as peacefully as possible. He has found a passion helping pet parents provide a loving end-of-life experience for their beautiful companions.

 Dr. Bryce enjoys being outside, surfing, snowboarding, and rollerblading/skating. He also enjoys going to concerts and rock-n-roll shows (in particular 60s, 70s, and 80s music). 

Dr. Analucia was born and raised in San Diego where her natural love for animals flourished with trips to the San Diego Zoo, caring for her pets, and horseback riding lessons. After completing her undergraduate degree in Animal Science at Cal Poly Pomona, she accepted an offer to become part of the inaugural class at Midwestern University's College of Veterinary Medicine in Glendale, Arizona

Shortly after vet school graduation, Dr. Analucia decided to move back to Southern California to be close with her family where she practiced small animal general medicine as an Associate Veterinarian. It was during this time that she realized how special and important it was to guide families as they said goodbye to their pets. In 2021, Dr. Analucia transitioned to end-of-life veterinary medicine to provide dignified and compassionate care to the pets that need her most. She soon realized that being fluent in Spanish allowed her to connect with many families in even more special ways. 

In her free time, Dr. Analucia loves to play with her two silly dogs at home, watch movies and shows, and spend time with her family.   

Dr Sarah Haddy spent her early years in Louisville, Kentucky before educational pursuits led her north. She graduated from the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor after earning a BS in Biopsychology, Cognition, and Neuroscience. Dr Sarah returned south to receive her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. She finally ventured west, where she began her lifelong dream career as a small animal general practitioner in Los Angeles. 

 After experiencing the end-of-life of her own previous pets, Dr Sarah realized what an enormous impact it makes on our lives. She felt motivated by a desire to ease both animal and human suffering when guiding other pet owners through the same experience. She realized how beautiful it was for the pet to be able to kindly ease this transition in the comfort of their own familiar home with gentleness, patience, and grace. Driven to make the experience as peaceful and loving as possible, Dr Sarah decided to join the Hearts & Halos team. 

 Dr. Sarah still works part-time at a general practice, with special interests in geriatric care and dermatology. She is very honored to be able to give back to our furry family members who bring our lives so much joy, silliness, loyalty, and unconditional love. In her spare time, Dr. Haddy loves hiking with her two pups, Franklin and Penny, reading psychological thrillers, and traveling.

Dr. Denise spent her early years in Spring Hill, Florida. As a teenager, she worked at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park educating audiences in birds of prey and exotic birds shows. Dr Denise headed south to Miami and Fort Lauderdale for undergraduate work, then attended the NC State College of Veterinary Medicine in North Carolina where she earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Upon graduation, she returned to Florida for several years before relocating to California in 2009. Dr Denise has worked in general veterinary practice for over 20 years. In 2022, she began to focus on her passion for end-of-life pet care, realizing that offering a peaceful passing at home for our pets in need is the most loving gift we can offer.

In her free time, Dr Denise loves traveling - her most memorable travel destinations have included England, Scotland, Russia, Sweden, Finland, Hawaii and South Africa. She also enjoys checking out local wineries, playing board games or computer video games, and reading science fiction or fantasy novels. She shares her home with her husband, their African grey parrot (“Pentium”), and their three elderly adopted cats (“Jake”, “Millie” and “Kelly”).