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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...

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We really appreciated Dr. Murray's warm, patient, and comforting vibe. We were so grateful to have kept our beloved Max at home, where he was most comfortable, surrounded by family, including our 3 children. It's obviously heartbreaking to put a dog down, but he made it a positive and peaceful experience for our sweet boy and all of us.

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Sep 01 2026 by Beckham R.
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Dr Gonnering was so wonderful. I had had such a stressful day deciding that my sweet cat, Dottie, was at the end of her life - and when Dr Gonnering walked in she had such a quiet, peaceful presence that I immediately felt that Dot and I were in good hands. I didn’t feel rushed through the process and she explained the steps as we went along. Dottie died very peacefully with her head in my hand. Such a different experience and it was beautiful. Dr Gonnering gently tucked Dottie into a lovely cloth basket and curled her so she looked like she was sleeping. Never easy to say goodbye to a furry long-term roommate and friend but I am very grateful that Dr Gonnering made the experience so much easier with her calm, compassionate demeanor.

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Sep 01 2026 by Monica V.
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Dr Clem was very sensitive to the needs of our beloved pet as well as our family. She was so caring and thoughtful, giving us plenty of time to say goodbye without making us feel rushed. She eased into the process gently so that our little angel relaxed and did not suffer. I appreciate the service she provided and I would not hesitate to use her services again.

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Aug 31 2026 by Nancy & Steven P.
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Obviously an awful situation to be in and so much grief to process, but appreciated her gentle approach. Thank you for doing such a tough job.

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Aug 31 2026 by Britni S.
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Dr. Gonnering was amazing, despite the heartbreaking circumstances. She handled everything with care and respect, especially our cat Thomas. We never felt rushed, and were given plenty of time to say goodbye.

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Aug 30 2026 by Sam H.
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Dr. Lara Allison provided us with the most compassionate experience we could have hoped for when saying goodbye to our sweet girl Ruby. What can you say about someone who took one of the worst days of your life and made it bearable with their loving kindness? We will be forever grateful. Our sweet Ruby was just 9 years old when she started acting differently, slowing down, loss of appetite, not her normal happy self. We brought her to our vet and after bloodwork and an ultrasound we learned that she had a sizable mass on her spleen. Lifesaving options were drastic and her prognosis for recovery was not good. We were devastated. Knowing that failing to put her through surgery, confinement, and likely chemotherapy her tumor would likely rupture and put necessitate getting her to an emergency vet where her odds of survival would have been dismal. The thought of putting her through this ordeal guided our decision to seek in home pet euthanasia. We had 2 previous dogs, our first was euthanized at the SPCA because we were away from home when his time came and no local vet could assist us. It was an awful, desperate situation. When our next dog reached her end we were fortunate to locate a vet who performed at home euthanasia and we were able to make arrangements for this service. Having experienced both at home and in office end of life services there is simply no question that allowing my pet to pass in their own home surrounded by loved ones is the only choice I would ever make. I was so grateful we were able to find Dr. Allison to help us with Ruby. The care she showed our family in our hour of need was extraordinary. Ruby was an amazing, loving dog and we feel that saying goodbye to her was sacred. Lara Allison treated us with the utmost kindness and respect. Three days have passed since we lost our sweet girl. We are still grieving her loss but we are comforted by the way we said goodbye. We shared happy memories of Ruby, while she nibbled on some of Lara's home made treats. We gently stroked her and comforted her with calm words, we let her know how much we loved her as she was falling to sleep. She locked my gaze as she drew her last breaths. Her final loving gaze will stay with me always. It was sacred.

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Aug 30 2026 by Richard M.
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