Press Release: Paws into Grace Named “Animal Business of the Year” 2023

San Diego, Calif., – Paws into Grace, a San Diego-based mobile pet end-of-life company, was honored with the prestigious “For Profit Animal Business of the Year” award at the FACE Foundation’s 2023 San Diego Animal Hero Awards event on Saturday, August 19, 2023. 

Dr. Elizabeth Benson, owner and CEO of Paws into Grace, accepting the FACE Foundation’s “2023 Animal Business of the Year” Award.

The San Diego Animal Hero Awards gala recognized and celebrated the vital contributions of animals and their advocates in San Diego and its neighboring areas. The event featured six award categories, including Animal Business of the Year, Veterinary Industry, Service Animals, Working Animals, Vanguard Award, and Animaltarian Award, with the special San Diego Animal HERO Award rounding out the list.

“The ‘Animal Business of the Year’ award is a tremendous honor,” said Dr. Elizabeth Benson, CEO and Founder of Paws into Grace. “Mobile end-of-life services for pets are still largely unknown, and we aim to enlighten pet owners about this more comfortable option, which allows them to say goodbye to their beloved pets in the comfort of their own homes.” 

So far in 2023, Paws into Grace has assisted more than 4,000 families in saying their goodbyes to pets within the comfort of their homes in the San Diego, Riverside, San Bernardino and Orange counties. 

ABOUT

Paws into Grace was created for home pet end-of-life care because we believe pet owners prefer to have those final moments be in the comfort of home, with family by their side, and where everything is familiar. Dr. Elizabeth Benson and her team believe it is important to give every family and pet a comforting transition. Since 2007, we have been honored to support families in all aspects of the end-of-life process including hospice, compassionate euthanasia, and cremation. For more information, go to www.pawsintograce.com or follow us @PawsintoGrace on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. 

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Courtney de Craen

Phone: 619-332-6282

Email: courtney@pawsintograce.com



Dr. Benson started Paws into Grace in 2007. She wanted to give pets and their parents a beautiful last encounter that didn't have to be in an unfamiliar office where pets were often frightened. The empathy she shows each family creates a lasting impression on them. In her free time, Dr. Benson enjoys running and spending time with her family, dogs, cats, and chickens.

  

Testimonials

I can't recommend them enough. I had to say goodbye to my 21 year old cat companion. I read the reviews here on Yelp and chose Paws Into Grace and they made an unbearable situation not worse - from the people on the phone to the amazing doctor who... read more

Renee C.

My absolute love Dante had heart failure three months ago. After having him on many medications to help him, his enthusiasm and appetite declined last couple of days. He was in pain and we decided to help him go to heaven rather than torturing him... read more

Diane C.

I wanted to thank you for sending Dr. Brown to euthanize our beloved Myleigh on March 4, 2021. She was compassionate and accommodating, she explained every step of the procedure, and gave us some alone time with Myleigh after she sedated her, but... read more

Terry A.

Renee C.

I can't recommend them enough. I had to say goodbye to my 21 year old cat companion. I read the reviews here on Yelp and chose Paws Into Grace and they made an unbearable situation not worse - from the people on the phone to the amazing doctor who came out to the house. She was so understanding and supportive. They were all so helpful, understanding and nice. My girl got to stay at home and say goodbye in the backyard (a hummingbird flew over and it seemed like a good sign too). So glad I didn't have to take her to a cold vet office.

Diane C.

My absolute love Dante had heart failure three months ago. After having him on many medications to help him, his enthusiasm and appetite declined last couple of days. He was in pain and we decided to help him go to heaven rather than torturing him with more medications which would make him even more miserable. I called and spoke to a very kind lady who was patient as I cried through making an appointment. We made an appointment for 1:30pm. Dr. Toni arrived. She was very kind, explained everything to us and gave us the time to be with our boy after the first shot. He wasn't relaxing enough so she gave him a second shot. We stayed with him throughout the entire process and I carried him to her car in the end. It was a very difficult decision but knowing that our boy is not in pain, gives us some peace. We are thankful to Dr. Toni for her kindness and compassion. They will arrange the cremation for us. Since we are in a pandemic, we had our masks on and said goodbye to our boy in our garden.

Terry A.

I wanted to thank you for sending Dr. Brown to euthanize our beloved Myleigh on March 4, 2021. She was compassionate and accommodating, she explained every step of the procedure, and gave us some alone time with Myleigh after she sedated her, but before she attached the IV. We were relieved that we made the decision to let her go to doggy heaven at home. It was a tranquil and serene passing for her, and it very much aids us in the grieving and healing process knowing that she passed away so peacefully. Based on the grace and compassion Dr. Brown demonstrated on one of the most awful days of our lives we would not hesitate to recommend Paws Into Grace for others facing this very painful time.
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