Our Doctor
Ana D. Cortinas, DVM
Dr. Cortinas is a proud El Paso native whose passion for animals began at a very young age. When she was just four years old, her mother asked if she wanted to become a doctor. Her enthusiastic response was, “Yes, but it’s too bad there aren’t doctors for animals.” When her mother explained that there were and that they were called veterinarians, a lifelong dream was born. In that moment, a bright-eyed little girl discovered her calling, long before she could even pronounce the word “veterinarian.”
Dr. Cortinas earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2006. After graduation, she moved to the greater Phoenix area, where she practiced small animal medicine for more than a decade. In 2018, she returned home to El Paso with her husband and children, where she continues to serve the community through compassionate veterinary care.
The inspiration for providing in-home euthanasia services comes from both her professional experience and her own personal journey with beloved pets. Having supported countless families through the loss of a cherished companion and having experienced that heartbreak herself, Dr. Cortinas understands the profound importance of a peaceful and meaningful goodbye.
While both in-clinic and in-home euthanasia can provide a gentle and dignified passing, there is something uniquely comforting about saying goodbye in the familiar surroundings of home. Whether it is sharing a favorite meal, curling up in a cherished blanket, resting on a beloved dog bed, or simply being surrounded by family, these final moments often become treasured memories that families carry with them forever.
Dr. Cortinas is honored to help families navigate one of the most difficult days of pet ownership with compassion, dignity, and respect, ensuring that every pet's final moments are spent in comfort and surrounded by love.
Why at home euthanasia?
We understand firsthand how difficult it is to face the decision to say goodbye to a beloved pet. It is one of the most heartbreaking and selfless acts of love that we make as pet owners.
Because this experience is deeply personal, we believe families deserve the opportunity to say goodbye in a setting that is peaceful, private, and familiar. Our goal is to provide a calm, compassionate and dignified experience that allows both you and your beloved companion to remain comfortable throughout the process.
By coming to your home, we can help create the space for those final precious moments together, surrounded by family, favorite comforts, and the place your pet knows best. It is our privilege to help make your pet's transition as gentle and peaceful as possible while supporting your family with dignity, compassion, and care.