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At CodaPet, our articles are written by experienced veterinarians who specialize in end-of-life care for pets. Dr. Bethany and Dr. Karen, our co-founders, bring their deep knowledge and compassion to every piece, ensuring you receive trusted guidance during difficult times. Explore their insights and expertise as they help you navigate this important journey with care and understanding.

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Blanka Molnar

Blanka Molnar

Holistic Therapist

Blanka Molnar is a Holistic Therapist, Family Constellation Practitioner, Coach, and Founder of Awarenest. A multilingual professional, Blanka is passionate about helping parents cultivate greater emotional awareness and connection so that a mentally, physically, and...

Dr. Pam Cohen

Dr. Pam Cohen

Applied Social Scientist / Behavioral Researcher

Pam Cohen is a behavioral research scientist with expertise in predictive analytics. She combines qualitative and quantitative research methodologies to create measurement systems and analyze data on workplace sentiment and engagement, family friendly policies, corporate...

Dr. Amanda McCasland

Dr. Amanda McCasland

CodaPet Veterinarian

Dr. Amanda McCasland is a compassionate veterinarian based in Owasso, Oklahoma, with over a decade of experience providing in-home pet euthanasia and aftercare services for families in the Tulsa area. She grew up on a...

Codapet

Codapet

CodaPet is dedicated to honoring that bond by celebrating the lives of the pets we cherish and providing resources, support, and love as they approach the end of their lives. We want to help them...

Angela Sims

Angela Sims

Pet Loss Grief Counselor

Angela Sims is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. She earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas Tech University and has since gained extensive experience in diverse settings...

Dr. Nathan Barclay

Dr. Nathan Barclay

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Nathan Barclay is a licensed clinical psychologist practicing at The Coping Resource Center in Houston, Texas. With expertise in grief, trauma, and interpersonal issues, he has provided therapy for a wide variety of people...

Dr. Gary Hsia

Dr. Gary Hsia

Co-Founder, CodaPet

Dr. Gary graduated from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 2010. After graduation, he moved west. Dr. Gary spent a year at a mixed animal practice in Oregon before moving to Fresno...

Dr. Melissa Goldberg

Dr. Melissa Goldberg

In Home Pet Euthanasia Vet

Dr. Melissa Goldberg is a seasoned veterinary professional with over twenty years of experience in general practice and surgery. A lifelong animal lover from South Jersey, she earned her DVM from Iowa State University and...

Dr. Stephanie Norman

Dr. Stephanie Norman

In Home Pet Euthanasia Vet

Dr. Stephanie Norman brings over 32 years of veterinary expertise, with a focus on comparative medicine and clinical best practices. A graduate of Texas A&M University’s School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, she has...

Dr. Cara Gordon

Dr. Cara Gordon

CodaPet Veterinarian

Dr. Cara Gordon is a dedicated veterinarian who proudly hails from the state of Oklahoma. She pursued her education at the esteemed Oklahoma State University, where she completed both her undergraduate degree and her Doctorate...

Kimberly Blair

Kimberly Blair

Clinical Hypnotherapist

Kimberly Blair is a holistic practitioner at The Guides - Holistic Therapies (theholisticguides.com) based in San Diego, where she supports individuals through grief, stress, and life transitions. She holds a background in psychology and an...

Dr. Bethany Hsia

Dr. Bethany Hsia

Co-Founder, Codapet

Dr. Bethany Hsia has been practicing veterinary medicine since 2010. Dr. Bethany graduated from University of Illinois' College of Veterinary Medicine with a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine. Prior to her graduate degree, Dr. Bethany studied...

Erica Messer

Erica Messer

Pet Loss Educator | Creator of Award-Winning Sympathy Gifts

Erica is a certified pet bereavement specialist and coach. She leads a free monthly virtual support group and is an in-demand international speaker. With clinical musical training, Erica helps people navigate their grief through the...

Dr. Karen Whala

Dr. Karen Whala

Co-Founder, Codapet | Founder, Peaceful Passing

Dr. Karen Whala founded Peaceful Passing in 2018 after receiving advanced training in the ‘art’ of in-home euthanasia through the Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy and is certified Fear Free and has received AAHA Accredited...

Dr. Christina Vernon

Dr. Christina Vernon

In Home Pet Euthanasia Vet

With a profound passion for animals and a deep understanding of veterinary medicine, I have spent years evaluating and reviewing articles authored by fellow veterinarians. My goal is to ensure that professional insights are communicated...

Veterinarians that honor the bond with your pet

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Dr. Ellen was incredibly compassionate. Our cat, Loki, was in late stage kidney diesease. We knew it was time for him. She was able to make the appointment sooner than we scheduled. We appreciated that, at this point he was constantly miserable. If you have had to go to a vet to euthanize a pet, you know its a rather traumatic experience. Especially if the pet hates car rides to begin with. For what it was, she made it as enjoyable an experience it could be. We got to be there as our sweet boy had his last moments laying on the deck like he loved to do. I am truly sorry for the hurt and pain you are going through if your reading this making a decision. I won't tell you if it is the right one or not, but if your at this point, Dr. Ellen provided the most comfortable experience possible for our sweet Loki.

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Jul 02 2026 by Tim C.
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Dr. Sarah is the best choice for anyone who loves their pet. Saying goodbye is difficult enough but Dr. Sarah gave us time to do and say what we needed before beginning her procedure. It was done with gentleness and compassion. We’ll be forever thankful for contacting Solace and Dr Sarah.

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Jul 02 2026 by Kevin M.
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Dr. April Le Blanc is a gifted and exceptional Doctor. She has now twice helped me with the passing of my beloved pets. The heart breaking experience was uplifted with her compassion and professional demeanor. Would highly recommend her to anyone facing having to let go of their pet.

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Jul 07 2026 by Heen R.
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We were very impressed and touched with Dr. Gangulee and the time and care she took with us. She was warm and compassionate and made a difficult day better with her presence.

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Jul 08 2026 by Maria M.
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Putting my beloved Avery down was the hardest day of my life. While there is no easy way to do that, Dr. Noe made the experience so much better. From the moment she came to my house, her calm presence put everyone at ease, including my dog. She was professional, yet spoke as if she had known Avery for years. She gave us as much time as we needed to say goodbye to our baby without feeling rushed. After Avery passed, Dr. Noe gave a heartfelt speech and hugged us all. I couldn't imagine having to euthanize in any other way.

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Sep 16 2025 by Jessica Rios
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We avoided this moment as long as we could, and it was really important to us that she died in the comfort of her own home rather than the stressful environment of a vet's office. All worries about "was this too much money" disappeared as soon as Dr. Durr showed up. He's calm and friendly, and our dog was very comfortable around him (she's usually shy). He did not rush us at all and explained everything thoroughly so we knew exactly what was going on every step of the way. He even stepped outside after our dog passed for a while to give us some extra time to say goodbye, which we were very grateful for. Anyone considering at-home euthanasia, we know this is expensive, but if you can do it, it really is the best for your pet and if you can get Dr. Joey Durr, definitely choose him. Also a side note but a super important one: not all vets give the animal a sedative shot before the fatal shot, and that sedative shot is important because without it, your pet's body will often go through a sort of seizure as the fatal shot takes effect, which we've experienced in the past and it was awful to watch. Dr. Durr is one of the vets who believes in giving your pet a sedative shot before the final shot, which was really important to us. This sedative shot essentially puts your pet into a deep sleep, and then the fatal shot stops their heart quietly, with no reaction from the pet; they simply die in their sleep. It's peaceful. We are so grateful to Dr. Durr and the vet he's chosen to be.

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Jul 10 2026 by John R.
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