Euthanasia is a very broad and diverse procedure with deep history and ethical implications. For decades, the veterinary profession has been evolving the act of taking life to match current welfare and societal demands. In this session, Kathleen Cooney, DVM, CHPV, CCFP discusses the history of euthanasia as it pertains to all species, reviews euthanasia guidelines (in the USA), and examines the ethics behind it all. To earn CE credit / Access an evaluation after viewing the presentation in its entirety and then clicking on the designated link at the very end of the video.