Course Description

The human-animal bond is a beautiful part of our humanity. Sharing love and companionship with animals is paramount to our own wellbeing, meaning the loss of a pet can be overwhelming and wrought with personal struggle. In this module, students will explore the depth of the human-animal bond, learn new ways of supporting the bereaved client, and become more familiar with the stages of grief, including pathologic and complicated grief.

Course curriculum

    1. Pet Loss Support Module

    2. Pet Loss Support During Euthanasia Slide Deck

    3. End of Module Quiz

    4. Exit Survey

About this course

  • $60.00
  • 4 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.

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