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Gentle Crossings

Name: Gentle Crossings
Address: Oskaloosa, IA, 52577, US
Telephone: +16054139656

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I am here to provide compassionate care for your pet's end of life transition. Afterwards, I work with you through the options of cremation or home

I will travel to your home, walk with you through every step, and provide a calm environment for your pet.

06/28/2025

I will be unavailable until July 9 but if you want to schedule for after please reach out. 605-413-9656
Have a happy Fourth of July!

03/07/2025

I want to share a very personal story that I hope can show you why I say let them go on a good day.

Last weekend my best friend came and helped me say goodbye to Maximus. He was my heart cat, the cat that was my soul mate animal. He was with me from 8 weeks old to 13 years old.

He went through 5 moves, 4 years of vet school (with hours of studying and palpation on him), saw me bring home 2 babies, and slept by me every night (until the babies woke him up too much). He snuggled with me when I watched TV, played fetch, and was the one to greet me at the door.

Unfortunately, like all the good ones, he got sick with diabetes and treatment wasn't working for us. He started to loose weight, hunt for food and water all the time, and slept away from everyone most of the day. I knew his time was coming.

It got to the point that I was scared to leave him for any length of time because I didn't want him alone. He was starting to not act like his lovable self.

His last day was extra for him. He got all the snuggles with me, got all the table scraps that he hadn't gotten forever, he even got his own entire can of tuna. His last breath was taken surrounded by his people, in my arms with absolutely no pain or fear.

He may have been acting "normal", eating and participating with me but he was miserable living with this disease. I got the privilege to give him peace while he was happiest and didn't have to suffer the disease anymore. My last memories with him weren't of him slowly dying on his own, in fear and pain, but of him eating treats, happy as can be. Death hurts for those of us left behind but it hurts more if you have to remember the pain too.

I am here for you and them to help their last journey. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me when it's needed.

12/23/2024

Merry Christmas, happy holidays, happy new year. How ever you celebrate, I hope you can take time to enjoy your families and your furry friends. If you need anything don’t hesitate to reach out but understand I might not be able to answer right away. 605-413-9656 or (641) 670-2835

10/03/2024

I’m out of town until Sunday at the Christian veterinary conference. Love learning while in a Christian veterinary environment. If you need me don’t hesitate to reach out with text and I will get with you when I can. 605-413-9656

06/28/2024

I have been getting a lot of calls and I just wanted to put this out there so everyone will hopefully understand.
Reasons I don't answer my phone when you call:
1. There is sooooo much SPAM out there
2. Hearing your voicemail can give me the opportunity to "triage" how soon to call back
3. I have 2 young kids that I am either doing something with or don't want them screaming in the background of your call.
4. On the same note, I want to be able to devote all my attention to you and your pet when we talk.

If you need me quicker don't hesitate to text me. I can almost always answer a text. No matter what I am here for you and your furry friends. Call me at 605-413-9656

03/17/2024

As I am slowly working my way through the annoying little thing called taxes, I have to stop and reflect on how grateful I am to all of you for trusting me to help guide you and your furry friends through one of the toughest journeys you take. Thank you to each of you, God bless you and give you peace.

01/14/2024

I am out of town for a visit with a friend so if I don’t answer right away please be patient. If it is more of an emergency please contact the area clinics. Stay warm and safe!

12/24/2023

Merry Christmas! I am celebrating with family but if you should need something please call or text and I will get back to you as soon as I can. 605-413-9656

God bless everyone and I hope you have a good Christmas.

06/13/2023

Just to keep everyone posted, I will be getting back surgery at the end of this month for a herniated disc. After surgery, I won't be allowed to lift over 10 pounds but am still going to work. This will mean I will need assistance if you are wanting to have me take your pet for cremation. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

05/03/2023

What are your options once your furry friend has crossed the rainbow bridge?

Home burial- You can elect to keep them at your home and bury them. You need to follow burial guidelines to perform it safely for your pet and animals outside.

Private cremation with ashes returned- I will take them to the crematorium and will return them to you.

Communal cremation- I will take them to be cremated and no ashes are returned. They are spread in a field behind the crematorium.

This is a very personal choice and whatever you choose I will help you by guidance, support, and advice when needed.

01/18/2023

One of the main questions I always get is "how do I know it's time".
There is no perfect time, in my experience there is a window. There is a window of time where your pet is still happy and functional but maybe still sick. They haven't gotten to the point of time that they are suffering. This is my preference, it is easier to say goodbye on a good day instead of when they are too far gone in suffering.
If a time has come where you are having to consider end of life care for your furry friend, never hesitate to reach out even if you are just needing an ear to talk. Gentle Crossings, Dr. Jenna 605-413-9656

04/29/2022

Why chose In-Home-Euthanasia?
Personal Choice- Some people prefer to have a different veterinarian perform this last act so they don't have negative memories associated with their family veterinarian or clinic.

Comfort- Most animals prefer their own home and beds to going to a veterinary clinic.

Necessity- When the time comes, your pet may not be able to get up, get in the car, or make it to the clinic.

If you are thinking about in-home-euthanasia when the time comes call me at Gentle Crossings- 605-413-9656

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