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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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... show more

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... show more

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... show more

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... show more

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... show more

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... show more

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... show more

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... show more

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... show more

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... show more

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... show more

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... show more

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... show more

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... show more

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... show more
Veterinarians that honor the bond with your pet
Overall service rating from over 7323+ reviews
As anyone who has dealt with an ill and aging pet can attest, dealing with their last days is difficult to say the least. When it came time for us to help our wonderful Grandon to finally rest, we reached out to CODA Pets. I found it a relief to learn about the different vets that are skilled and experienced in dealing with in home pet euthanasia. We chose to have Dr. Kelly Stern assist us with Grandon's last moments. Her training and experience were just the start points, but after meeting her I was reassured that we made the correct choice. My husband and I found it quite comforting as she spent time with Grandon and she made sure he was at ease. Dr. Stern's approach with us and with Grandon provided great comfort in a very distressing moment. We only spent a couple hours with her, but we still recall her personal and professional manner. THANK YOU, DR. STERN.
We are so incredibly grateful for the compassion & kindness shown to our family during one of the hardest moments we’ve ever experienced. Kelsey came to our home to help our sweet Boxer Layla cross the rainbow bridge, and she was truly an angel… so sweet, gentle, & kind. She made an incredibly difficult process as smooth & peaceful as it possibly could be. She treated our Layla girl with so much love & respect, while also giving our entire family the comfort & reassurance we needed. It meant more to us than we can express. We couldn’t have asked for a more compassionate person to help us say goodbye. 100% recommend without hesitation!
I will forever be grateful for the compassion and dignity Dr. Le Blanc brought to one of the hardest moments of our lives. Saying goodbye to Chester was devastating, but Dr. Le Blanc guided us through it with such tenderness, patience, and respect. Dr. L treated my baby as if he were their own—soft voice, gentle hands, and unwavering empathy. In a moment filled with heartbreak, my sweet boy couldn’t have gone more peacefully. We couldn’t have asked for a more caring person to help us say goodbye.
Dr. Lutri was great. She explained every process, timing, and medicine she administered. She was extremely comforting. The best thing was I never felt rushed, she did things on my (and my dog, Jasper's) time table and comfort level. It's the ahrdest thing in the world to put down your fur family, but she made it a little bit easier to handle.
Dr. Angela was the very best. She understands exactly the grief and loneliness we feel over the loss of our Dumpling. I highly recommend Dr. Angela for end of life needs. She is experienced and treats you and your fur family with love & respect.
Dr. Briell made one of our hardest days just a little easier by putting our minds at ease and allowing us to let our baby go with love and dignity. Her compassion and care were greatly appreciated.
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