Kathleen Cooney DVM, MS, CHPV, CPEV, DACAW, explains evolving ethical challenges in companion animal euthanasia, including owner-team conflicts, changing costs, hospice and palliative care uptake, team roles, and environmental impacts.
Kathleen Cooney, DVM, MS, CHPV, CPEV, DACAW
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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 by Kathleen Cooney, DVM, MS, CHPV, CPEV, DACAW
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.
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