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Dr. Alcyen Silva

Ramona, CA10 yrs experience

Dr. Silva grew up in the mountains of Lake Tahoe, where she developed a deep love for the outdoors and animals of all kinds. She earned her undergraduate degree from Chico State University in 2011, spending those years as a ranch hand on a large cattle operation in Northern Calif ...

Supporting areas:San Diego, CA
Helping:Dog, Cat

My Motivation

After 10 years in clinical practice ranging from equine, general practice, urgent care and small animal emergency, Dr. Silva has a wide range of experience/exposure to the realities of pet loss. Through these experiences she built an individualized approach based on the pet parents goals emotionally, spiritually, and socially. Providing this support to her clients and patients eased the anxiety around the loss and allowed for a peaceful transition for everyone. Her goals are to neither hasten nor postpone death, while also acknowledging and strengthening the human-animal bond. While this stage of life is often perceived as the most difficult, Dr. Silva feels the decision to provide a peaceful passing is perhaps the most compassionate of decisions in the pets' life. Being entrusted to take part of this final venture in your pet's life is an honor.

Education

Undergraduate: Chico State University, 2011

Veterinary Medicine: Ross University, 2016