Pet Loss & Grief Support Episodes

After losing a pet, how do you know when it’s time to get another one, if at all? For some people, opening their heart to another pet feels like part of healing. For others, waiting feels right. And for many, the hardest part is not knowing whether the hesitation means they are not ready, they are being thoughtful, or they are just afraid of what it might mean. That is what makes this decision so complicated. In this episode, I’m joined by Carla Bosacki, host of A Dog’s Devotion, who shares h...

Thinking about getting a tattoo of your pet, or wondering why so many people do? For some, it’s a way to celebrate a pet they love right now. For others, it’s about holding onto a memory, a moment, or a bond that changed their life. But what are people really trying to capture when they make something like that permanent? In this episode, tattoo artist Bailey Hyde shares what she sees every day working with clients who want to honor their pets in a lasting way, from full dog or cat portraits to...

What does a peaceful goodbye at home actually look like, and what should you know before you ever need to make that call? If the idea feels scary or overwhelming, this will help you understand what really happens and why many families choose it. Hospice and end-of-life veterinarian Dr. Jack Murray explains how in-home euthanasia works, how it differs from a clinic or ER setting, and why many families find it calmer and less stressful for both pets and people. We also talk about why it helps to ...

How do you know when it’s time to let your pet go, especially when you keep hoping for one more sign? If you’re waiting for absolute certainty, your pet may pay the price for that delay. In this episode, hospice and end-of-life veterinarian Dr. Jack Murray shares a candid, pet-centered perspective on why this decision so often feels impossible, why certainty may never come, and what it can cost a pet when families wait too long. We talk about the signs people misread, the emotional reasons they ...