Euthanasia Techniques
CAETA Euthanasia Case; Tommy the edematous dog
The Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy (CAETA) invites you to consider the following fictional euthanasia case and reflect on how to proceed. After reviewing the case, read the questions and…
Read MoreWhat It’s Like to Euthanize Animals at the Local Animal Shelter as a Locum
Euthanizing companion animals is a familiar part of our culture, and it occurs at the veterinary hospital, the home, or the animal shelter. Animals deemed too sick or unable to…
Read MoreApproaching Clients’ Euthanasia Decisions with Less Judgment
Deciding to euthanize a beloved family pet is hard work for most clients. It’s hard for them to know what’s best as their pet ages, succumbs to a disease, or…
Read MoreA Message of Strength for DVM Graduates
It’s the season of graduation for thousands of newly-minted veterinarians. This blog is for you graduates as you prepare to care for dying patients. It can feel scary to navigate…
Read MoreCAETA Euthanasia Case; Bella the painful cat
The Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy (CAETA) invites you to consider the following fictional euthanasia case and reflect on how to proceed. After reviewing the case, read the questions and…
Read MoreReceiving Phone Calls About Euthanasia; CSRs – this one’s for you
As a receptionist or customer service representative (CSR), picking up the phone to discover a client is making their pet’s euthanasia appointment can be difficult. For one, you may be…
Read MoreMy First Euthanasias Weren’t the Best, and That’s OK
If you’ve spent enough time with me, you’ve likely heard about my first few euthanasia experiences, and how they weren’t my best. Compassionate yes, but technically challenging for me. My…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Having a Euthanasia Training Manual
“Endings Matter,” explains Dr. Kathleen Cooney. Veterinary patients, clients, and team members deserve to experience and deliver a peaceful euthanasia service each and every time. The veterinary team that takes…
Read MoreAssessing Unconsciousness Before Intraorgan Euthanasia Injections in Pets
With the recent trend of intraorgan euthanasia methods on the rise in animals as reported by the Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy (CAETA), I want to offer useful pointers on…
Read MoreCAETA Euthanasia Case; Denzel the anxious dog
The Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy (CAETA) invites you to consider the following fictional euthanasia case and reflect on how to proceed. After reviewing the case, read the questions and…
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