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 6865+ reviews
Dr. Delia is truly one of the most amazing people I have ever met. She gave us peace of mind by answering all of our questions and throughly explaining what our baby girl was experiencing. We are so happy that our Mira was surrounded by love and comfort in her final moments.
He was incredibly kind and caring throughout the process. He was honest and showed respect to us and our beloved Muffin. This was the hardest goodbye I have ever had to say in my life, and he made it more bearable by talking with us and taking things as slow as needed. We thank him from the bottom of our hearts.
This is the 2nd time we have used Dr. Danielle Jackson. She is kind, compassionate and we would highly recommend her to anyone. Thank you again Dr. Jackson!
Dr. LeBlanc was like a visiting angel. So sweet, kind, gentle, and empathic. She took care of our Nikki painlessly.After Nikki was tranquillized, she gave use all the time we needed to say our goodbyes. We would highly recommend her for anyone who doesn’t want to bring their family into the vet hospital to say goodbye. With appreciation, Jonathan and Jair Tower
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.
Dr. Stukey was so amazingly kind, patient, and caring! She created such a gentle way to say goodbye during a very difficult experience. If you are finding yourself at the tough position of having to say goodbye to a beloved pet, she is the vet to help your loved one cross the bridge. ♥️
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