Laura tells me that she had never seen anyone bring in their pet for euthanasia with the calmness that she witnessed that day. … She noticed my smile and cheerful greeting. She says women come in clutching their dogs or cats in their arms and crying hysterically. I tell her I could never do that to Holly. Animals respond to our energy. I wasn’t brave, just determined that she feel no stress. It’s the least I could do for her.

I describe Marian to everyone I send her way as a “national treasure.” Her comfort, non-judgement, safety, experience, wisdom, and useful strategies that can be put in place immediately, no matter your situation, are the very best support someone can have who is facing such a devastating loss.

In Memory of
“Holly Go Lightly”
UCLA NPI PAC Therapy Dog
whose purpose in life was to bring joy,
courage, and healing to all those
whose lives she touched with
her golden spirit
1993-2002.