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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When we got our dog, Dr. Benedetto was our first choice when choosing a vet for our pup. You cannot find a better veterinarian/caregiver! Love Dr. Benedetto and cannot say enough wonderful things about her! She handles patients with the utmost care and has a gentle demeanor. She treated our dog like she was her own, and provided us her honest opinions & expertise.

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Dr. Lisa Fieg was exactly the person we needed on one of the hardest days of our lives. Our beloved cat Miles let us know that he was ready, and Lisa came to our home on a Sunday to help us say goodbye. From the moment she arrived, she was incredibly kind, calm, and compassionate. She explained everything to us without rushing us and treated Miles with such gentleness and respect. She made sure he was comfortable on his favorite pouf, tucked him into a blanket, and gave us all the time we needed with him. She even helped us understand how to give our other cat, Colin, a chance to say goodbye to his friend. Afterward, she placed Miles in a beautiful basket she had brought for him, and when she carried him to her car, she had another blanket and flowers waiting for him. That small detail meant more to me than I can explain. It felt like she understood that he wasn’t just a pet we were losing. He was our boy. We will always be grateful for the kindness, dignity, and tenderness she showed Miles in his final moments, and for the compassion she showed us as we said goodbye. I couldn’t have asked for a better person to help him peacefully leave this world.

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I can’t say enough about Dr.Todd. Our fur baby was at the end of her life and Dr.Todd came to our house to put our baby to sleep. It made it easier for Cali to be comfortable. Dr.Todd was very patient and gave us as much time as we needed to say goodbye. I’d recommend CodaPet and DrTodd to anyone wanting their fur baby to be comfortable and at home. We rescued Cali from the local shelter in September 2012. Cali was the best dog ever.

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Dr. Novik was kind and compassionate when it was time to say goodbye to my little girl, Biscuits. She crossed the Rainbow Bridge in a peaceful and dignified manner and I am forever grateful.

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Aug 26 2026 by Connie K.
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We are so grateful for Dr. Crozier. Being able to say goodbye at home, with her gentle and unhurried care, made an incredibly hard day feel calm and dignified. We can’t thank her enough for the compassion she showed our cat and our whole family.

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