Course Description

Behavioral euthanasia often causes moral stress, which is a significant contributor to compassion fatigue in veterinarians. The goal of this module is to reduce moral stress in veterinarians and others while considering the best interests of animals.

Course curriculum

    1. Behavioral and Convenience Euthanasia

    2. Behavioral Euthanasia Veterinary Policies Templates

    3. Quality of Life and Human–Animal Bond Assessment for Companion Dogs

    4. Multidimensional quality of life and human–animal bond measures for companion dogs

    5. Behavioral Euthanasia Discussion Guide

    6. Final Exam

    7. Exit Survey

About this course

  • $60.00
  • 7 lessons
  • 1 hour of video content

Instructor

DVM, CHPV, CPEV, DACAW Dr. Kathleen Cooney

Dr. Cooney has been practicing advanced end-of-life care since 2006. She is well-known for her work in companion animal euthanasia and has authored two books on the subject. She has collaborated in euthanasia training for the AVMA, AAHA, IAAHPC, HABRI, the Fear Free program, and more. Dr. Cooney is Board Certified in animal welfare through the American College of Animal Welfare (ACAW) and engages in research to improve veterinary medicine and patient care.