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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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Overall service rating from over 7234+ reviews

Dr. Rachel Pierce was a light on one of our worst days. She was kind, gentle, and her love for animals showed while we discussed the process. Saying goodbye is terrible, but she helped create a comfortable and peaceful environment to help our sweet 18 year old boy pass on, which helped us feel confident in our choice. Thank you Dr. Pierce, for your kindness and empathy.

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Aug 10 2026 by Megan W.
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Dr Schmalz was so compassionate and patient with us when we were saying goodbye to our 16 year old diabetic, cancerous baby. Highly recommend Dr. Schmalz helping you and yours when it’s time.

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Aug 10 2026 by Dorothy L.
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Dr. Colleen was fabulous. She was very caring and passionate when it came to our boy Clifford, and putting him down. She explained everything that would happen and what she would do. She even gave us time to spend with him in his last moments. I cannot speak highly enough about Dr. Colleen and how wonderful it was to have someone here not just for our boy Clifford, but for us also and our family. Thank you so much Dr. Colleen for all that you’ve done for us in this hard time.

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Aug 10 2026 by Aleecia S.
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This is the second time I had Dr. Lutri come to our home for our beloved dog to pass over the rainbow in the comfort of her home . She is simply the best !! I can’t recommend her enough. The fact that it was 2 yrs ago when we first met her and she remembered the small details of that day as if it was yesterday . That shows you what an Amazing , compassionate Vet she is. Thank you again Dr. Lutri !! ~Gloria Rogers

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Aug 09 2026 by Gloria R.
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Dr. Germundson was very caring and sympathetic to our situation. She was very kind and didn’t rush us or precious us in anyway. We highly recommend her.

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Aug 09 2026 by Jeffrey R.
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A Compassionate and Dignified Goodbye for Our Beloved Bruno.🫶😢 Our 13-year-old German Shepherd, Bruno, had reached the point where it was time for him to go run with the dogs of Heaven. He had been our loyal companion and a deeply loved member of our family for many years. We could not bear the thought of his final moments taking place in a cold, unfamiliar veterinary room. We wanted him to be at home, surrounded by the people who loved him, in the place where he felt safest. Dr. Randolph came to our home on Saturday, July 25, to help Bruno pass peacefully. He arrived on time, was extremely professional, and showed an extraordinary amount of compassion—not only toward our family, but toward Bruno as well. Dr. Randolph sat on the floor with us for nearly 45 minutes, talking with us and learning about Bruno and just how special he was. He took the time to make Bruno feel calm and comfortable, and he never once made us feel rushed. He treated Bruno with gentleness, dignity, and genuine care throughout the entire process. After Bruno passed, Dr. Randolph stepped outside and allowed us to have a few private moments with him. When he returned, he continued to move entirely at our pace. At our request, he carefully saved some of Bruno’s fur and created a casting of his paw. To our surprise, the paw casting was placed in a beautiful display case, making it an especially meaningful keepsake. Although we were initially told it could take several weeks for Bruno’s remains to be returned, he was brought back to us in only nine days. His ashes were placed in a beautiful urn, and we also received paw prints, nose prints, and a lovely certificate honoring his life. The cost of at-home euthanasia is higher than a traditional veterinary-office visit, but the peace, dignity, love, and compassion Dr. Randolph provided were worth every penny. Bruno did not have to endure the stress of a car ride or spend his final moments in an unfamiliar environment. Instead, he passed peacefully in his own home, surrounded by love. There is no price that can be placed on being able to say goodbye to a beloved family member with such dignity. For anyone struggling with how to help a cherished four-legged companion pass peacefully, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Randolph and CodePet At-Home Pet Euthanasia. We will always be grateful for the kindness, patience, and compassion shown to Bruno and our entire family during one of the most difficult moments of our lives.

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Aug 08 2026 by Helen H.
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