Author | Kathleen Cooney, DVM, MS, CHPV, CCFP

Kathleen Cooney, DVM, MS, CHPV, CCFP

Dr. Cooney is founder and director of education for the Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy (CAETA). She teaches the Good Death Revolution, advocating for proper technique, while protecting the mental health and wellbeing of all involved. To learn more about the CAETA program, visit caetainternational.com.

Articles

Modern ethical issues and best practices in companion animal euthanasia

Expert guidance on emerging ethical dilemmas, clinic workflows, communication strategies, and aftercare partnerships to help veterinary teams improve end-of-life care for companion animals.

How pet owners define a “good death”

New study reveals some surprising facts

Euthanasia attendants in modern practice

Provide more compassionate support by having 1 person guide grieving clients through the appointment from beginning to end

Dysthanasia: a newer meaning to a relatively new word

Euthanasia should be a gentle death, but when it’s not—for whatever reason—it is incumbent on veterinary teams to address the situation with their clients and themselves.