VetVine Member
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First Name:
Kathleen
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Last Name:
Cooney
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Profession:
Veterinarian
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Degree(s) Earned:
DVM - Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
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Species Contact or Interest:
Canine, Feline, Small mammals
Employment Information
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Current employment status:
Full Time
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Employment:
Private or Clinical Practice, Academia, Government or Industry or Commercial
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Private or Clinical Practice:
Mobile Veterinary Practice
Academia:
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Veterinary School:
USA - Colorado State University
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Consultant:
End of life
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Other:
Research or Development
Employment Address
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Hospital or Business Name:
Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy (CAETA)
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Country:
United States
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State:
Colorado
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City:
Loveland
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Zip Code or Postal Code:
80538
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Business Email:
cooneydvm@gmail.com
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Website:
http://www.caetainternational.com
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Languages Spoken :
English
Tell us more about you and your practice!
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Brief Bio (include professional interests, hobbies, etc.):
Kathleen Cooney, DVM, CHPV, CCFP has been practicing advanced end-of-life care since 2006. She is Director of Education for the Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy (CAETA), Guardian Pet Aquamation and Cooney Animal Hospice Consulting. Dr. Cooney is a past President of the International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care (IAAHPC) and remains active in their organization, including design of their Animal Hospice and Palliative Care Certification Program, launched in 2016. She is well-known for her work in companion animal euthanasia and has authored two books on the subject along with numerous articles and book chapters. Dr. Cooney has collaborated in euthanasia training for the AVMA, AAHA, HABRI, IAAHPC, Fear Free Program, and more. Dr. Cooney is a strong advocate for best practices in all aspects of end-of-life care and speaks nationally and internationally on such topics. She is currently working towards board certification in animal welfare. Dr. Cooney's other interests include international travel, eating good food, and watching her kids grow up.
