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
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... emotionally healthier generation can grow up. Guided by her mission to “contribute to raising a mentally, physically, and emotionally healthier generation—and it all starts with us, the parents,” Blanka empowers families to build stronger relationships and raise happier, more fulfilled children. In addition to her work with families, Blanka also serves as a pet loss grief counselor, offering compassionate support to individuals and families as they navigate the deep emotions that come with saying goodbye to a beloved animal companion.show more
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... reputation, and social responsibility, linking those and other relevantintangibles to key performance outcomes. Her teaching and research is focused on applications of behavioral economics and social psychology.show more
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... farm witnessing animals in trauma and grew into a vocation rooted in ensuring pets pass peacefully and pain-free in the comfort of their own homeshow more
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... pass away peacefully, surrounded by the love and care they deserve. show more
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... including juvenile justice, inpatient hospitalization, and nonprofit organizations. Drawing from a range of evidence-based modalities and techniques—such as EMDR, CBT, ACT, and somatic-attachment approaches—Angela tailors her therapeutic work to meet each client’s unique needs. She supports individuals coping with grief and loss, trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, life transitions, cancer or chronic illness, caregiving challenges, and relationship concerns. Angela is deeply committed to creating a therapeutic environment that is inclusive, affirming, and respectful of all backgrounds, identities, and cultures. In her work with CodaPet, she brings this same compassionate and individualized approach to helping people navigate the profound grief that accompanies the loss of a beloved pet.show more
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... in many different settings, including the University of Mississippi Medical Center and Baylor College of Medicine. His work focuses on helping individuals navigate the often-complex process of grieving, emphasizing self-compassion, resilience, and the importance of honoring both the pain and the healing journey. Dr. Barclay's passion for grief work was further shaped during his postdoctoral fellowship at Houston Methodist, where he provided specialized support to healthcare providers coping with loss. He is committed to helping individuals reconnect with their values, work through painful emotional challenges, and achieve lasting well-being.show more
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... where he worked at All Creatures Veterinary Clinic from 2011-2021. show more
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... of Veterinary Medicine. Although she has also spent time in Texas and California, Dr. Gordon now considers Oklahoma her home, where she is committed to providing compassionate care to the beloved animal companions of the area. Dr. Gordon's passion for animals has been a lifelong journey that began at a very young age. Her deep love and curiosity for the animal kingdom led her to pursue a veterinary degree, and she is determined to use her knowledge to benefit the well-being of our furry friends. Dr. Gordon's goal is to offer the best possible care to pets, ensuring their health and happiness. Outside of her veterinary profession, Dr. Gordon finds solace in reconnecting with the great outdoors, indulging in horseback riding, and spending quality time with her loved ones. The sweet pup pictured was her best friend and loyal companion, her beloved beagle named Enzo who passed in 2024. With her commitment to compassionate care and her strong connection to Oklahoma, Dr. Cara Gordon is a trusted and caring veterinarian dedicated to the well-being of pets in her community.show more
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... MBA, along with credentials in Clinical Hypnotherapy, Conscious Connected Breathwork, Grief Counseling, Sound Therapy, and Reiki. Through her practices in La Jolla and Pacific Beach, Kimberly creates a safe and compassionate space for healing—helping clients release emotional burdens, reconnect with purpose, and cultivate resilience. Her work blends professional expertise with a deeply human approach, empowering people to move through loss while finding strength and renewal.show more
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... at San Francisco State University earning her Bachelor of Science in Biology and a double minor in Chemistry and in Speech and Communications. Throughout her 13 year career in the veterinary field, Dr. Bethany has worked in private practice, shelter medicine and in the veterinary department of a local college. She now devotes her time, skills, and passion to helping pets and their families through in-home euthanasia. Dr. Bethany provided her first in-home euthanasia for an elderly dog in 2011 and truly believes it is one of the best options for end of life pet care. This is what drives her to make in-home euthanasia available to every pet parent who desires it. She strongly believes a peaceful passing is the last gift we give our pets and that it's a gift best given at home. Even as a child, Bethany sought to calm and comfort animals, keeping many common childhood pets and occasionally tending injured wildlife. Her interest in medicine and design of the immune system was sparked during an undergraduate course titled "Disease!" In her spare time Dr. Bethany enjoys writing and is an active author on the CodaPet resource page, writing about pet euthanasia, pet loss, dog and cat end of life care. She also likes reading, running but most of all spending time with her young family. In addition, she spends time with her hobby ranch which boasts 1 dog, 1 turtle, 2 snacks, 4 cats, 5 goats, and 20+ chickens, a salt-water tank and a foster pup with a broken leg…who will likely “foster fail” and become a permanent addition to the family.show more
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... healing power of music. Her artistic talents also shine through hand-painted pet portraits, showcasing her love for animals and dedication to capturing their spirits on canvas. Erica has thoughtfully created the entire line of Wolfie’s Wish healing products. She also wrote and illustrated “Tails Of Spirit Pets” and “Tails of Spirit Cats” books and most recently released “Maybe I’m Normal: 10 Things I Wish I Knew About Pet Loss”show more
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... End-of-Life Certification. Dr. Karen believes she has found her purpose and loves learning about how to offer a better experience for pets and pet owners as well as networking with veterinarians who also share a love of this growing field. She annually attends and volunteers at the International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care (IAAHPC) conference which helps end-of-life veterinarians that are dedicated to advancing the field of end-of-life animal care. After experiencing the clear benefit as a veterinarian in offering in-home euthanasia to grateful pet owners Dr. Karen’s passion for helping veterinarians offer this service led her to co-found CodaPet – A Peaceful Passing At Home, in order to expand nationally. Dr. Karen graduated from the University of California, Davis with both her Bachelor of Science in Animal Science and Management degree in 1998 and her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine degree in 2006. She began her career practicing veterinary medicine as an ambulatory mixed animal practitioner working with both large animals, small animals and small exotics. She later began working at a full service small animal AAHA certified clinic for 5 years alongside veterinary specialists such as dentists, surgeons and behaviorists. In 2012, after losing her beloved dog Skeeter unexpectedly, she left private practice and decided to work in public health as a USDA veterinarian. Dr. Karen also has a secondary professional interest in veterinary public health and has a Masters in Public Health from the University of Iowa School of Public Health and is Board Certified in Veterinary Preventive Medicine. In her spare time, she loves international travel, backpacking, volunteering at her local church and grocery shopping. After assisting thousands of families navigate the difficult decisions involving euthanasia, she feels blessed to have this opportunity to increase awareness of IHE as an option for pet owners as well as give this gift of economic empowerment, time flexibility and professional fulfillment to fellow veterinarians.show more
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Coco was our rescued cat for 10+ years and we had poor experience with taking our previous cats to the vets for their final trip. So when we saw CodaPet, we were blessed to have Dr. Sarah Wratten administer Coco's last moments with us. We had Coco here quietly with her favorite smells and sounds and us around. Dr Sarah was gentle, compassionate and, most of all, reassuring as we had never had our other cats euthanized with us at home. Dr. Sarah talked us through each step both before and during. And it was like Coco fell asleep in our laps and peacefully transitioned. Of course, we were Very Sad but experienced the most gentle passing we could hope for. No drama, no noise, at her home for so many years. This is always going to be a tough moment for any pet owner but CodaPet and Dr. Sarah met the moment with professionalism, grace, and calm that made it the best send-off for Coco we could have ever hoped for.
We are deeply thankful to Dr. Shannon Nakaya for the care and compassion she showed during our beloved dog Giggsy’s final moments. Saying goodbye was an incredibly painful decision and a very difficult day for us, but her kindness, patience, and gentle approach helped ease the burden. Dr. Nakaya guided us through the process with understanding and treated Giggsy with such tenderness and respect. Her compassion and professionalism truly made all the difference during this heartbreaking time.
Best decision ever. While my heart is broken, this option of a kind, gentle passing in our home, with no anxiety for my sweet girl was a blessing for both of us. Dr. Gibson was so sweet and compassionate. It is obvious she was born to do exactly this. Her respect for my baby was so comforting. I won't ever go a different route again.
Dr Meredith was very kind and very sweet. She explained every step of the process to me and I got to hold my kitty and talk to her and rub her until she passed.
In my life I have been blessed to have a few dogs. Saying goodbye is part of the price we pay. Dr. Gordon made this horrible time easier. I will be eternally grateful for the kindness and compassion she showed not only our precious Baby Girl but also us.
Dr. Mitchell was wonderful. She was very caring with our pet and our family durning a difficult time. I would highly recommend Dr. Mitchell.
We had to say goodbye to our pup Leo, who we had for 16 years, and it was one of the most painful things I ever had to do. Leo had advanced kidney disease and his health quickly deteriorated. We had scheduled a Coda Appointment with Dr. Derecka Alexander for a Tuesday, but Leo’s health took a turn for the worse on a Sunday. I emailed Coda Pet to ask if there was any possibility any Vet could come out sooner. Dr. Alexander immediately contacted me and made herself available in our time of need. We were so appreciative of Dr. Alexander’s compassion and kindness in helping our beloved pup Leo cross over the rainbow bridge, especially after it became urgent. She made a very difficult experience of us having to say goodbye to our pup more manageable. We chose to get a Vet to come to our home for our final goodbye to our Leo because we wanted him to be surrounded by the warmth of our love, the comfort of his family, and the smells and sounds he has always known. I wanted his last memories to be of us — his family — holding him, kissing him, thanking him. Thank you, Dr. Alexander, for allowing us to provide that to our pup Leo.
Thank you for making my final moments with my girl as calm, loving, and supported as possible. I miss her every day and am so grateful I was able to give her a peaceful transition with your help. I higly recommend Dr. McCasland to anyone researching or thinking about this important decision, because she really cares and will treat this moment with dignity and care <3. All my love to the pet parents using this service in the future.
Dr. Delia could not have been more compassionate in her work with me and my dog. Her presence, gentleness and pacing all contributed to a peaceful process at this heartbreaking time. Would recommend her to anyone facing the same situation.
Dr Scott-Emuakpor was so so kind as I made this decision to put my best friend to rest. She was so gentle and did not rush anything. She was caring and gave me plenty of time with my baby and time after to grieve. It’s an awful event to have to be apart of, but Dr Scott-Emuakpor made it peaceful and assured me that I was doing the right thing and everything was ok. Thank you
Dr. Kim was an absolute angel! She made the passing of our sweet Belle (15 year old blue tick) so much easier. Her compassion and just overall presence during such a hard time was so comforting. I will be recommending the at home service to anyone I know who has an elderly dog.
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. ♥️
Dr. Thomason was so supportive and helpful during such an incredibly hard time. I can't say enough about what an amazing vet she is. RIP Lovely Lolita
Dr Dover was so kind and informative. She made the process of Stormy crossing the rainbow bridge much more comfortable and her understanding of our loss was so comforting.
Dr. Blades was kind, compassionate, and understanding. Dr. Blades made our last heartbreaking moments with Micah as bearable as possible. We couldn't ask for more.
Saying goodbye to our beloved dachshund Lily was one of the most painful moments of our lives, but thanks to Dr. Lisa Stadler with CodaPet, it was also one of the most peaceful and compassionate. Dr. Lisa, a retired veterinarian, brought a gentle presence and deep empathy into our home—qualities that made an unbearable day a little more bearable. Her kindness and professionalism helped guide my wife and me through the process with grace and dignity. We are overwhelmingly grateful that Lily was able to pass in the comfort of her home, surrounded by the space and the things she loved most. Holding her in my arms as she went peacefully was a blessing I will never forget. The communication with CodaPet was seamless, and scheduling the appointment was simple—something I deeply appreciated during such an emotionally difficult time. I cannot recommend CodaPet and Dr. Lisa more highly. Their service was not just professional—it was personal, compassionate, and deeply respectful. Thank you for being part of Lily’s journey, and ours. You will forever hold a place in our hearts.
She was amazing, she made a very difficult decision and situation so much better with her genuine caring and understanding. I am so glad that we decided to go this route with our precious pet that we had loved for so many years. We highly recommend Dr. Laura DuBose.
Saying goodbye to Zoey was one of the hardest things we’ve had to do, but Dr. Mills made the process as peaceful and comforting as possible. She was incredibly gentle, explained every step clearly, and never made us feel rushed. We are so grateful for her compassion and the dignity that she showed our sweet baby in her final moments.
The team at CodaPet made all the difference in the world. The process was smooth and they were readily available to answer any questions. Dr. Katie Simpson was so considerate, gentle, and kind. She and her team made what was a very hard day a little bit better.
Dr. Alicia came into our house with such kind and compassion. She was gentle and so caring. She made saying goodbye to our precious Biggie Smalls tolerable. If you have to go through this, I would highly recommend her.
Dr. Amanda Harper was the epitome of professionalism. She was kind and took her time with us and our dog. Smokey was relaxed and felt very loved, at home, with his family. I would never choose to do it differently if we were ever to be in that situation again. This service made a terrible situation as easy as it could ever be. Highly recommend to all my pet-loving friends.
Dr. Katie was amazing and showed the exact kindness we needed during such a hard time. It was so important for us to spend our Gracie’s last moments at home and she gave that to us. I couldn’t recommend CodaPet and Dr. Katie enough and have already given her card to a few co workers. We will be using CodaPet again in the future when it is our others pups time to go be with her sister.
Dr. Norman was wonderful in helping our pet pass away peacefully at home. She was professional, compassionate and genuinely kind. We would highly recommend Dr. Norman and CodaPet for those looking for in home euthanasia services.
Lori was exactly who we needed to help with our dog Frank. Her compassion and caring cannot be overstated. We would highly recommend her to all our friends and family.
Putting my beloved Avery down was the hardest day of my life. While there is no easy way to do that, Dr. Noe made the experience so much better. From the moment she came to my house, her calm presence put everyone at ease, including my dog. She was professional, yet spoke as if she had known Avery for years. She gave us as much time as we needed to say goodbye to our baby without feeling rushed. After Avery passed, Dr. Noe gave a heartfelt speech and hugged us all. I couldn't imagine having to euthanize in any other way.
Dr. Pilago showed so much care and compassion when we had to make the painful decision to put our handsome pup Rodney to sleep. I highly recommend her.
Dr.Bates was exactly what we needed in our dog's last moments. She allowed him to be where he was most comfortable, surrounded by our family. She explained all phases of the process and allowed us the time we needed.
Dr. Lisa made herself available for a last-minute urgent call for us and she couldn’t have been more lovely and caring. This is obviously a challenging and sad time for anyone in the position to call. She treated it with reverence and kindness. Feel lucky to have had her.
This was definitely the way to give your baby wings. My dog was very afraid of the vet office, and i did not want him to be on his last day on earth. Dr Anna was on time, very loving, caring and made us all feel at ease with going forward. She even brought a treat for him, and my very usually picky dog ate it! She was amazing, and I would definitely call on her again. Thank you, Dr Anna. The Hallfrisch's.
This was the first time I've had someone come to the house to put one of my fur babies to rest.. Our "Big Boy" Rocco passed peacefully with my husband and I and the compassionate assistance of Dr. Christina Vernon. I was so glad I did not have to put Rocco through the stress of moving him and Dr. Vernon made the transition peaceful. I would definitely use her services in the future. A huge Thank You to CodaPet's Dr. Christina ❤Vernon.
Wanda was 14 years old. She was such a big part of our family, we couldn’t imagine saying goodbye to her at the vet’s office. Everyone was here with her, including Kiko our 6 year old rescue. Dr John was everything we needed that day. Patient, understanding, compassionate and professional. Thank you to Dr John and Codapet, especially for the questionnaire to help understand if it was time to say goodbye. Wanda runs free now with Mel and Bruiser. Goodbye girl.
Dr. Murray was amazing. For not knowing our family and meeting us for the first time under stressful circumstance and hard decisions, he was incredible with our family. He was calm, compassionate, and empathetic to our families grief. Never felt rushed and he took his time explaining the process. We are forever grateful for helping us through this really difficult time. I would recommend this 1000 times over to anyone considering this for their pet.
On what is a tremendously sad day, Dr Carol Earls made the process as easy as possible. Providing us plenty of time to say goodbye and making Cobi's passing comfortable. I have had vets come to my home to provide this service a couple times before. Cobi's passing was the most peaceful. Dr Earls is a wonderful person - and made one of the worst days of my life better by being so compassionate and caring. I hope it will be many years before I need her services again - but I pray she will still be offering this service when that time comes.
Dr. Lori came earlier this year when I had to put my girl Roo down. She then came when it was time for my boy, Paco. She took the same care and compassion with him as she did with her. She talked through the whole process so that nothing was a surprise and was very comforting. I'm very grateful for Dr. Lori.
It's the service you never want but when it comes I was so thankful for Dr. Todd. She was so compassionate and patient with us. Our sweet cat was able to cross the rainbow bridge in the comfort of his home without the stress of being moved to a vets office in his final hours. She even brought his ashes back to us. I can't thank her enough for this. We also had to move his appointment up and she was quick to move to his needs. I hope I don't need their services for a long time for my other fur babies but I will use her again in the very, very distant future.
Saying goodbye to our beloved dog far too early was the hardest day of my life but Dr. Caitlin Klepper helped make a hard day incredibly special. The at-home service was exactly the environment our hearts needed to grieve and say goodbye to Phoebe. We had soft music playing, Phoebe was surrounded by all the people she loved dearly, and Dr. Klepper was so sincere, respectful, informational, and comforting. She walked us through each step and did it in our own time. I still replay the day in my head over and over again and as hard as it is, it was a day that was filled with so much peace as well. I highly recommend CodaPet if you’re able. The bedside manner that was displayed is one you pray humans get as well.
My husband and I were so grateful for the kindness and compassion shown during one of the hardest days we've faced. Having our beloved cat Chaussettes peacefully cared for at home made an incredibly difficult goodbye much more gentle and comforting. Dr. April was patient, respectful, and truly caring throughout the entire process. She answered all our questions and let us proceed at our own pace. We couldn't have asked for a more compassionate experience, and we will always be thankful for the dignity and peace she provided for our sweet furbaby. ❤️
Dr. Duvall did a fantastic job easing our dog out of this world, and in tending to our human needs and concerns as well. She really went the extra mile and was full of compassion for all of us. I can't imagine how the inherently difficult situation could have been made any easier.
Dr. Le Blanc helped us get through a very hard experience with our cat. She was empathetic and took the time to explain every step. I really appreciate her. She was also patient with me and understanding as I had reservations leading up to the appointment. We’re very sad but we are also grateful to have our boy pass away peacefully in our arms at home. Thank you Dr. Le Blanc
Dr. Katie was amazing! She handled everything so professionally yet personally too. Ruger will be so missed by many (as she can attest to, she said it was the biggest crowd she'd had, there were 9 of us) and I will never take my pets to a cold impersonal clinic to pass if I can help it. Having your pet pass at home where they're comfortable and familiar was such a blessing!
Dr. Dzierga was so patient, kind and reassuring when we had to say goodbye to our cat, Patches. She explained everything she was doing and asked permission at every step to make sure that we were ready for her to continue. Dr. Dzierga made the entire process peaceful and calm for us and we greatly appreciated it.
Dr. Lori Thomas was kind, compassionate and helpful. Our dear Darby was shepherded across the rainbow bridge as his time in was coming near. Dr. Lori Thomas explained what would happed and was patient while we said our goodbyes. She also helped with some after care issues and followed up with us. Thank you Dr. Thomas. Sandra G.
Throughout this very depressing process, Dr. Laura Smith did a wonderful job. Considering Abby’s situation, Dr. Smith made sure there was no pain or discomfort, and Abby passed without any stress at all. And further, Dr. Smith’s follow up has been very helpful and attentive. If there was a grade to be had, Dr. Laura Smith would receive an A+.
Dr. Shanina Halbert is a compassionate and professional veterinarian who came to our home to help us when the difficult time came to put our 17-year-old cat, Manuelita, to rest. She was kind, communicative and gentle, and went above and beyond to make sure our cat felt safe on her final journey and went peacefully at home in our arms. Her calm bedside manner, clear communication, and genuine kindness made a painful experience much more manageable. She arrived promptly after short, off-hours notice, treated our home and pet with great respect, care, and dignity. I am deeply grateful to and highly recommend Dr. Halbert to anyone seeking a caring, dignified at-home euthanasia service for a beloved pet.
We are so grateful that Dr. Courtney White was available to us, last minute nonetheless. We were able to say goodbye to our precious boy Radar in his favorite spot in our backyard. Dr. White was so kind and compassionate, explaining the process as it progressed, allowing us to make the decisions we could. She truly understood the bond we had with our boy. We will cherish the memory of him forever ❤️
Dr. Sara Gardhaouse has an amazing aura about her. In such an Emotinal time she radiates warmth and kindness to help ease the situations hardness. I would gladly refer this company to help with the passing of any fur baby in their own home.
I can't say enough fabulous things about Dr. Jessica Pruitt! It was a hard decision (as it always will be) when its time for our "buddies" to have to leave us:( but Dr. Jessica is so gentle and kind. She explains everything, is very patient and my Molly just warmed right up to her which made things even easier. I can't express the gratitude to Dr. Jessica enough as she made this as peaceful as can be for all of us:) Thank you Dr. Jessica!
Dr. Walton was so compassionate and gentle with Buster. She made this very difficult day as peaceful as possible. She knew we loved him so much and even shed a few tears with us. I will miss Buster the rest of my life, but I am thankful we were able to honor him and give him peace after a very difficult illness. I would recommend CodaPet to anyone facing this heartbreaking journey. They really are so very kind and gentle. My family is so grateful.
Dr. Gordon performed the euthanasia for my sweet soul dog of 16 years. It was the most peaceful experience I could’ve asked for. She knew exactly what to say and created such a calm environment to spend our final moments together. I’m very grateful for her service.
We decided to use CodaPet when it was time for us to make that decision for our sweet 14 year old St Bernard, Fiona. It was the best thing we could have done. Dr Jason Doolittle made sure the experience was peaceful and went at a pace we were comfortable with. He explained in detail everything that would happen and was very gentle with Fiona. Thank you for providing a service that allows our fur family to go peacefully in their homes surrounded by comforting faces and love.
The form for the service was very easy to complete. I appreciated this since making this decision was very difficult and I was fraught with emotion. I wanted my beloved cat Buddy to have a pain free transition at our home. He was 18 years. His decline was rapid; he became extremely ill in the span of a week with advanced kidney disease. Dr. Lutri was so gentle and loving to Buddy. She explained every step of the process and asked me before each step if I was ready to move to the next. Dr. Lutri was gracious, kind, and compassionate. She has the most peaceful, calm, loving presence and a profound caring for the pets she serves and their pet guardians. She comforted me greatly as she took care of my magnificent boy. She genuinely understood the magical connection I had with Buddy and treated him so tenderly when she put his sweet body into a beautiful bed to transport him the the crematorium. I felt like Dr. Lutri was an angel sent to me in my dire time of need and loss. She was exceptional in every way. She is a talented doctor overflowing with empathy and understanding who is beautiful inside and out.
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.
Dr Jones was compassionate and calming during the home visit to euthanize our senior cat. She explained everything thoroughly beforehand and arrived timely. The entire process was gentle and I didn’t feel the my beloved cat suffered at all being that anesthesia was used before the euthanasia drug. My only regret is that i didn’t hold him one last time before she left with him. Otherwise it was a worthwhile experience to know i didn’t have to load him in a carrier and haul him to the vet office. The aftercare that included his cremated remains that I picked up about a week later came with a nice metal urn along with a wooden circle that had his name and his paw print. Everything was professionally done and very caring. I highly recommend Dr Jones.
Lauren is amazing. She’s sweet and incredibly patient. She instantly feels like she’s part of the family. I would highly recommend her to anyone else going through this difficult decision. She makes it more manageable. She is incredible.
Dr. Cassandra Lewis was incredible. She made one of the toughest moments in our whole life be as comfortable and peaceful as possible. She was so calm and patient and talked us through everything. It truly felt like having a family member there with us. She was so great with our pup when she was passing and was so comforting, and was also patient with her other fur baby who was processing things in his own way. I highly recommend her.
Dr. Katie Todd was so kind and informative. She explained the process and answered all of our questions. Our sweet girl is at peace and out of pain and I couldn't have asked for a better experience for her.
When Dr Martin arrived, my little guy Barney ran to the door to greet him like he did all guests. He even barked at him, before jumping up to him to get attention. Dr Martin greeted him back, warmly and sincerely. He was playful with Barney while explaining the process to us. Lane made a horrible no win situation more acceptable with his calm demeanor and soothing words. I can't thank Dr Martin enough for helping little Barney come to peaceful end to his life's journey.
Mac was my first pet- my kitty cat of 18 years. I consider myself very fortunate to have had him as a buddy for so long. So when he showed signs of his time being up, I knew from a friend -in home pet euthanasia- was a peaceful goodbye. Dr. John Murray was beyond thoughtful and professional with amazing bedside manner. Mac had a wonderful last day at home and I held him in my arms as we said goodbye. It was beyond hard, but I also wouldn’t have it any other way looking back. Mac hated his car carrier, the car, a vet office is so cold. We were in our beautiful, sunny room, comfortable and well, I’d want to go the same way! Thank you again for being so wonderful to our sweet baby.
Dr. Katie Todd was so unbelievably kind & compassionate. She made an absolutely awful experience as peaceful & supportive as was possible. We are so grateful for her service.
Dr Jen was such a blessing. She greeted us and Chief on arrival. She was reassuring that we had made the right decision. Terribly sad day that she helped us get through.
I cannot express enough the gratitude I feel for Dr. Lisa Feig. It was heart wrenching knowing I had to say goodbye to my precious Dottie before she began to suffer. We loved her so much. With that said, Dr. Lisa Feig made the experience so much easier and peaceful for our sweet girl. I knew Dottie was not in pain and crossed over in the most peaceful way. Dr. Feig is the most compassionate, caring, thoughtful doctor anyone could ask for. Anyone who has Dr. Feig in their life as wife, mother, daughter, friend--is an extremely lucky person. She was so giving of her time and patience. I recommend at home euthanasia to everyone. Having your loved one home, comfortable in their surroundings is really the best option. I hated the idea of her being at a hospital or vet clinic in a sterile environment. I got to hold her and tell her how pretty she was and how loved she was. And all the while, Dr. Feig demonstrated such genuine compassion. My fiancé and I were blown away. It takes a special person to do this type of job. And Dr. Lisa Feig more than meets that requirement. A million thanks to her and Coda Pet.
Our family will be forever grateful to Dr. Jason Dolittle for the compassion, kindness, and exceptional care he provided during one of the most difficult days of our lives. Saying goodbye to our beloved Boerboel, Khosi, was heartbreaking, but Dr. Dolittle made the process as peaceful and dignified as possible. He took the time to explain everything, answered every question with patience, and never made us feel rushed. Most importantly, he treated Khosi with the same love, respect, and gentleness that we did. Dr. Dolittle’s calm presence brought comfort to our entire family. He ensured that Khosi was comfortable and at peace every step of the way, allowing us the opportunity to focus on loving him during his final moments. It was evident that he genuinely cared not only for Khosi, but for all of us who loved him so deeply. While no one ever wants to face the loss of a cherished family member, we could not have asked for a more compassionate veterinarian to guide us through that journey. Thank you, Dr. Dolittle, for helping our sweet boy pass peacefully and with dignity. Your kindness and professionalism will never be forgotten.
Faced the difficult decision to euthanize our beloved 18 year old Papillon and used Codapet to do it in our home as our dog hated to go to the vet. Dr. Katie Todd arrived and explained in detail the process, gave us plenty of time to say our goodbyes, and made the process as easy as possible. She was very reassuring to my children that we had made the right decision and explained all the options for taking care of the remains and provided us with keepsakes to ease the family’s pain. Thank you so much Dr.Todd in doing what has to be one of the world’s toughest jobs!
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. Rizzo was perfect. She was calm and patient; as well as incredibly understanding. She explained the process so we knew what was happening and what would happen to our pet. Our dog is reactive but she was able to work around that issue. After our dog passed and was cremated, she made sure to pick up his cremains and delivered them to us. I was terrified that they would be shipped out and lost. Dr. Rizzo made sure our pup made it back home. We are forever grateful for everything she did for us and our dog. She also came very highly recommended by a veterinarian that used her services.
Such a great experience, during such a difficult event. Dr. Anna Peterson was incredible. So kind, kept things light, and was so skilled. Thank you!
Dr. Hundley was so sweet, comforting, and sympathetic, making sure to explain each and every step of the process with our entire family present from r the process from start to finish, both the night before and the day of Callie’s passing. Each of us that were present when we brought our sweet Callie home with us was also able to say goodbye, express their love,!and see the peace that Callie once again felt as she left this world. We will not hesitate in any way to have Dr. Hundley helping our terminally ill dog as his time is drawing nearer - the beautiful and comforting experience she brought into our home, as well as the such dignified passing as Callie left us made an incredibly difficult decision for our family find peace as she left us. Thank you so very much, Dr. Hundley. We are so very grateful for you.
Our time with Dr. Nakaya was a Divine appointment as she was the "grace" we had prayed for when it came time to say goodbye to our amazing, miraculous 20 year old blind and deaf cat, Ziggy. Her calmness, patience, and knowledge of acupressure points to hold to facilitate his struggle in letting go made a big difference. It was a spiritual experience for us and I believe, Ziggy. She was generous with her time, spending nearly an hour with us. She knew just how to make a difficult situation less painful and more meaningful. We wish we had known about her when all our cats were still with us and had issues. We would highly recommend her for all vet care!
I always promised my Bailey a peaceful and pain was ending, and that's exactly what happened thanks to Dr. Daniela. Dr. Daniela did something completely different from anything I had experienced with my other pets, and it brought me an incredible amount of comfort during one of the hardest moments of my life. In the past, my pets were given an IV in their leg before any pain medication or sedation. It was upsetting to watch because they were uncomfortable, fighting the process, and clearly stressed. With Dr. Daniela, my cat never even flinched. She used a gentle three step process that allowed my cat to peacefully cross the Rainbow Bridge in my arms without fear, pain, or the discomfort of needles and IV placement. First, she used a tiny needle to give him an opioid and pain medication in the scruff area. The needle was so small he did not even notice it. She then waited about 10 minutes, and during that time he was completely relaxed, comfortable, pain free, and calm. Next, when I was ready, she gave him a sedative with another very small needle in his back leg. Because he was already relaxed and on opioids, he did not react at all! Then, when I was ready, she administered the final medication. The entire process felt gentle, calm, and compassionate. Dr. Daniela explained every step with kindness and empathy, which helped me tremendously through my grief. I am completely at peace with how everything happened. Knowing my cat passed away feeling safe, comfortable, and loved in my arms gives me enormous comfort. After experiencing this level of care, I would never choose any other approach for my pets in the future. At end, Dr. Daniela brought out a really comfy pet bed lined with fluffy blankets to take my fur baby away. That made me feel even better about the entire situation knowing his last trip was exactly how he would have loved it to be.
It was terrible to have to meet Dr. Amanda under these circumstances. That said, she was wonderful. She was kind and compassionate. She answered our questions and gave us all the time we needed to say goodbye to our Cat Tom. She was light in a very dark day. Thank you, Dr Amanda.
Dr. Matthew was very compassionate, and did everything to make the process as comfortable as it could be. I would definitely recommend him to any animal lover.
Dr Wratten treated us all like family. She made me find a little solace on this traumatizing day by how she worked and helped us send our beloved Dexter over the Rainbow Bridge. She was better than I expected in taking care of my baby.
We suddenly found ourselves in an unbearable situation with our 17-year-old dog, Teddy. His health declined so quickly, and we had to rush to find someone who could help us say goodbye at home. Thankfully, we were able to book an appointment with Dr. Lisa. She came to our house with such humility, patience, and compassion. She listened as we cried and asked a million questions, gently reassuring us that we were doing the right thing for our sweet boy. She never rushed us, she gave us the space and time we needed to say goodbye. As heartbreaking as it was, Teddy passed peacefully and comfortably in our arms. Dr. Lisa treated him with love, dignity, and respect, and made sure he was safely transported for cremation. She even followed up with us afterward to reassure us he had arrived where he needed to go. Losing Teddy has been one of the hardest things we’ve ever gone through, but we have no regrets choosing Dr. Lisa. She gave our boy the most loving, gentle passing we could have hoped for.
Dr. Delia Gregory-Macdonald is an angel on Earth. The time came to put down our 13 year old family dog. I wanted this to be done in the familiar comfort of our home. Dr Delia came to our house shortly after I reached out. She was kind and compassionate and made Mia’s transition calm, pain free and peaceful. She is an amazing human and is excellent at what she does. I am so grateful. Thank you so much Dr Delia.
Dr. Walden was so caring and supportive during this time. I couldn't have asked for better experience for my babies transition. Thank you so much! I would highly recommend her.
The last gift we could give our Leary was a peaceful end at home, surrounded by love. We are so grateful for vets who offer in home pet euthanasia. Dr. Martin’s calm and compassionate presence made one of the hardest moments of our lives feel a little less overwhelming. He treated Leary with such gentleness and dignity, and guided us through the process with so much care. Being able to sit with Leary, pet him, and be part of his final moments made an unimaginable experience feel a little less horrible and a lot more peaceful. Thank you for helping our sweet boy pass with love, comfort, and peace.
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