Meet Our Veterinary Experts

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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This was our first experience with having to put down our pet. I was scared, I was anxious, and I was nervous. Dr. Rona was so sweet and professional. She answered all our questions, reassured us that we were making the correct choice for him, and truly made this experience a little less hard. I’m very thankful that she was with us for this.

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Sep 18 2026 by Samantha J.
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This was my first time saying goodbye to a beloved pet and Dr. Becca made it so much more manageable. When I knew it was time for my 16 year old Cleo, her and her nurse Morgan were so wonderful in letting me know what the process was, what to expect and were so supportive and compassionate. I have already recommended them to another friend going through this difficult decision. 100% would recommend to anyone.

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Sep 18 2026 by Toby L.
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I can’t really say enough good things about Dr. Wratten. As horrible and emotional as the choice and experience is to determine end of life care for your beloved pet she made the process smooth and compassionate; I felt like she really cared about my pet and listened to my ramblings and expressed genuine interest in seeing photos of Her Majesty during the “better days”. She was available by phone for questions I had before the appointment and really acted with my cat’s best interest at heart. She was so sweet and the process was a lot more personal to me than with another company I used in the past. I don’t want to use her services again, but I would certainly do so based on this interaction. I wish she had been my cat’s primary vet, she really understands how corporations over-bill and do unnecessary tests and I think she would have been a better pet advocate for my pet when she needed care in the past. Like I said above, I can’t say enough good things about the experience and how I felt like I was also being cared for in a really emotional and personal time. Thank you, I am so grateful for her services and the care she has expressed before, during, and after the appointment . 🌈🩵🐾

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Sep 18 2026 by Katie T.
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Dr Tolbert created the space for me to focus on the good-bye, not the details of tasks to complete. She asked if I had questions, answered my questions, and then let me set the pace. I needed that. Her kindness, compassion, and empathy made the entire process sting much less.

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Sep 18 2026 by Simone K.
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Dr. Monroe was very kind and gentle with my elderly cat, Eli. She was very professional, explained everything thoroughly, but was also extremely compassionate. The process went very smoothly and I could not have had a better experience at such a difficult and painful time.

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Sep 18 2026 by Michelle C.
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Simply put: she’s the vet you’d want. We received everything we needed and more from Dr. Dykstra. The emergency occurred when our elderly father was alone when his beloved cat suddenly showed signs of failing, pain/end stage of life. This was highly stressful for our family because it’s the first time a family member could not help in the time needed. “Dr. Jen”immediately responded, was calming, compassionate, thorough, and helped beyond measure. She was patient with dad and helped him as his cat passed without more pain and suffering. She also followed up with us, too. Highly recommend.

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Sep 18 2026 by Donna V.
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