Ep. 83: End of Life Doula, House Calls, & Spirituality; Meet Dr. Ken Gorczyca

Dr. Ken Gorczyca, CHPV, is a veterinary home euthanasia practitioner and a companion animal end-of-life doula at A Gentle Rest in San Francisco as an associate. He is also an artist who paints pet portraits in memory and in life. You can find his artwork at kengorczyca.com.

Topics covered in this episode: 

• Dr. Ken's journey into IHE practice
• Vision quests & finding purpose as a death doula
• Ceremonies and rituals around euthanasia
• Art, pet portraits, and creative healing in the veterinary space
• Advocacy for LGBTQ+ veterinarians and authenticity

Links & Resources: 

• Visit A Beloved Farewell to learn more about Dr. Ken
• Visit Dr. Ken Gorczyca's website to learn more about his artwork

The House Call Vet Academy Resources: 

• Download Dr. Eve's FREE House Call & Mobile Vet Biz Plan
• Find out about the House Call Vet Academy online CE course
• Learn more about the Concierge Vet Mastermind
• Get your FREE Concierge Vet Starter Kit mini course
• Learn more about Dr. Eve Harrison
• Learn more about 1-to-1 coaching for current & prospective house call & mobile vets
• Learn more about the House Call & Mobile Vet Virtual Conference→ Register TODAY for the House Call & Mobile Vet Virtual Conference, February 7th-8th, 2026!!!!!!

Music: 

In loving memory of Dr. Steve Weinberg. 

Intro and outro guitar music was written, performed, and recorded by house call veterinarian Dr. Steve Weinberg. 

Thank you to our sponsors! 

• Chronos 
• O3 Vets 

This podcast is also available in video on our House Call Vet Cafe YouTube channel 

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