The Pet Loss Companion

#160 Dr. Caitlin Vaugh Interviewing Nancy and Ken

Nancy and I are sharing this pre-recorded video because Ken's travel plans make it impossible to do a live broadcast on Thurs 4/18. The tables are turned in this episode as it is Nancy and Ken who are being interviewed. The interviewer is Dr. Caitlin Vaughn, a veterinarian who has also earned her Veterinary Human Support Certificate from the University of Tennessee's social work program. Our discussion focuses on helping veterinary professionals with the human aspects of their work. We focus largely on the challenges veterinary professionals face when speaking with their human clients about their beloved animal family members' catastrophic diagnoses and euthanasia.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

A new way to support our work: To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).

#159 A Conversation with Dr. Karen Fine, Author of The Other Family Doctor

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we speak with Dr. Karen Fine, author of "The Other Family Doctor: A Veterinarian Explores What Animals Can Teach Us About Love, Life, and Mortality." We love this book and can't wait to speak with Dr. Fine! Dr. Karen Fine is a holistic veterinarian who is fascinated by the relationships between animals and their people. She is an associate veterinarian at Central Animal Hospital in Leominster, Massachusetts. For twenty-five years she owned and operated her own house call practice in central Massachusetts. Dr. Fine is certified in veterinary acupuncture through the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society. A leading expert in the emerging field of veterinary narrative medicine, she has also authored a textbook called Narrative Medicine in Veterinary Practice. Learn more at: https://karenfinedvm.com/ https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/695921/the-other-family-doctor-by-karen-fine/

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

A new way to support our work: To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).

#158 "Since the First Days We Knew He Was Our Whole World"

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Ulises' story about his beloved Shih Tzu, and Meli's story about her beloved cat. Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

A new way to support our work: To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).

#157 "I Want To Stay in My Despair To Be Closer to Him"

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Laura's story about her beloved pug, Mozzie, and Alyssa's story about her beloved dog, Pompom.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

A new way to support our work: To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).

#156 Saying Goodbye to Our Sunshine Bear

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share D and M's story about their beloved labradoodle, Ollie, and Rachel's story about her beloved French bulldog, Buster. Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

A new way to support our work: To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).

#155 A Conversation with Author and Animal Companion Advocate Kathy Finley

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we speak with author/companion animal advocate Kathy Finley:

Kathy Finley is a lifelong animal lover. She spent her professional life working in the nonprofit sector. Now retired, she spends her time writing and advocating for animals. She writes for several blogs (including her own on her website -kathyfinley.com) and has recently published a book which has won several awards including three from the International Firebird Award. The book was also a Finalist in the Feathered Quill Awards. She lives in Indianapolis with her husband and two cats. Kathy's book is My One-Eyed, Three-Legged Therapist: How My Cat, Clio, Saved Me on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/One-Eyed-Three-Legged-Therapist-Directions-Human-Animal/dp/1612498736/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

A new way to support our work: To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).

#154 My Greatest Love, My Shadow, My Heart

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Stacey's story about her beloved silver Labrador retriever, Danko.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

A new way to support our work: To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).

#153 "Chris and I Have Our Own Way of Grieving But We Are Being Kind to Each Other"

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Lisa's story about her beloved cats, Mario and Luigi.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

A new way to support our work: To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).

#152 A Conversation with Pet Loss Doula Angela Shook

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez for a conversation with Pet Loss Doula Angela Shook. Angela is an end-of-life doula, Hospice volunteer and the Past President of the National End-of-Life-Doula Alliance (NEDA). She served on The NEDA board from 2018 to 2022 and has earned the NEDA Proficiency Badge. She is a graduate of the UVM End-of-Life Doula Professional Certificate Program, UVM Companion Animal Certificate Program, INELDA and LifeSpan Doulas as well as numerous other trainings for end-of-life care. She is an instructor for the Doula Programs at the University of Vermont and offers multiple end-of-life educational workshops and grief support groups. She is a veterinary doula with Pet Well Mobile Vet where she assists with euthanasia and the end-of-life care and support of companion animals. Angela also serves on the board for the Charlevoix Area Humane Society and volunteers with the Elk Country Animal Shelter. She is a level II Reiki Practitioner and has completed the Animal Reiki course through the Animal Hospice Group. She is the owner of Dragonfly End of Life Services www.angelashook.com and the co-author of "The Doula Tool Kit" https://a.co/d/h02r3GN (#1 New Release in Pet Loss on Amazon). https://learn.uvm.edu/program/companion-animal-end-of-life-doula-professional-certificate-online/

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

A new way to support our work: To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).

#151 "Matty Gave Me a Sense of Family, Love and Warmth."

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Shohreh's story about her beloved cat, Matty, and Freda's story about her beloved lineolated parakeet (or Linnie), Peanut. The Pet loss Companion program recently surpassed 1000 followers on Spotify, is nearing 900 subscribers on YouTube, and Feedspot.com has selected The Pet Loss Companion as the first of its top 4 podcasts on pet loss and healing (https://blog.feedspot.com/pet_loss_podcasts/).

Many thanks to our supporters and all who have trusted us to share your stories here and in our substack.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

A new way to support our work: To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).

You may also support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US) We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack= To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To subscribe on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (March 12th at 6 pm ET)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dakinhumane.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#150 “Zoe and I Will Be Linked to My Last Day When I Hope to See Her Again”

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Phil's story about his beloved beagle, Zoe.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

A new way to support our work: To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).

#149 "I Decided That the Way I Wanted to Heal Was Through Connection and Love."

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Kat's story about their beloved cat, Koi, and Josephine's story about her beloved dog, Molly.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

A new way to support our work: To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).

#148 "He Was More Than A Cat To Me; He Was My Rock, My Support"

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Sindy's story about her beloved cat, Rusty, and Adara's story about her beloved dog, Jinx.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).

#147 Jo Anne and Eddie's Story

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share a story sent by Jo Anne about her beloved dog, Eddie Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).

# 146 Nate and Maggie's Story

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Nate's story about his beloved dog, Maggie.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).

#145 "Piper Was An Old Soul"

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories sent by Hailey about her beloved dog, Piper, and Anna about her beloved dog, Fin.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).

#144 "I Lost My Best Friend Macy Over Thanksgiving."

#140 "She Was My Saving Grace"

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share letters from Sang and Simon about the loss of their beloved dogs.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack=

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (December 12th at 6 pm ET)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dakinhumane.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#139 When Sudden Onset Illness Claims Your Best Friend

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share letters from Kiersten and Marisa, both of whom lost their beloved animal companions to kidney failure with symptoms only showing at the final stage of illness.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack=

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (December 12th at 6 pm ET)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dakinhumane.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#138 Life After Loss: Notes from Listeners Whose Stories We First Shared in May, 2023, and Aug, 2022

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share two letters from two listeners whose stories we first shared some time ago. We first shared Rupa's story about her beloved Kiki on 5/4/23 and Debbie's story about her beloved Tessa on 8/25/22. Their letters teach us something about the ups and downs of grief as our lives continue to change and move forward.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack=

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (November 14th at 6 pm ET)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dakinhumane.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#137 When an Accident Takes Our Animal Companion's Life

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories from Jenny and Sneha, both of whom lost their beloved cats. Their stories illustrate how suddenly our lives and the lives of our animal family members can change because of circumstances beyond our control.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack=

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠⁠⁠⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠⁠⁠⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠⁠⁠⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (November 14th at 6 pm ET)⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠⁠⁠⁠dakinhumane.org⁠⁠⁠⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠⁠⁠⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#136 The Human Element of Veterinary Care with Dr. Andraya Cole

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we speak with our guest, veterinarian Dr. Andraya Cole, about the training that veterinarians and veterinary students get (and don't get ) on how to relate compassionately to their human clients.

Andraya Cole, DVM, MPH's brief bio:

Dr. Cole joined the practice at South Deerfield Veterinary Clinic in September 2021. She grew up in Central Massachusetts, and has enjoyed being back close to home. Dr Cole attended Hamilton College in upstate New York for undergraduate studies and Washington State University for Veterinary School. She also holds a masters in public health from the University of Minnesota.

Dr Cole enjoys the variety of mixed animal practice but particularly loves working with cats and small ruminants/camelids as well as client education. In her spare time, Dr Cole enjoys farming with her husband and daughter, doing jigsaw puzzles, and discovering new places for great food.

Dr. Cole's contact info:

South Deerfield Veterinary Clinic

20 Elm Street

South Deerfield, MA 01373

413-665-3626

sdvconline.com

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack=

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠⁠⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠⁠⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠⁠⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠⁠⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (November 14th at 6 pm ET)⁠⁠⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠⁠⁠dakinhumane.org⁠⁠⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠⁠⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#135 A Story That Teaches the Differences Between Futile, Palliative, and Curative Care

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories from Nicole and Jenny, both of whom lost their beloved cats. Nicole's story gives us a poignant lesson that helps us understand the differences between futile, palliative, and curative care. Jenny's story illustrates how suddenly our lives can change through no fault of our own.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack=

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (November 14th at 6 pm ET)⁠⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠⁠dakinhumane.org⁠⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#134 When We Lose A Young Animal Companion

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories from Rifal and Kaja whose beloved cats were in the prime of their lives when they became ill and died.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack=

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (November 14th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#133 Celebrating "Freddie: The Rescue Dog Who Rescued Me," Grant Hayter-Menzies' New Book

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we celebrate the publication of Grant Hayter-Menzies' newly released book, Freddie: The Rescue Dog Who Rescued Me. Grant will read excerpts from his beautifully written biography of this special little dog. To purchase Freddie: The Rescue Dog Who Rescued Me on Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/Freddie-Rescue-Dog-Who-Rescued/dp/1772034614/ref=sr_1_1?crid=FZ7P9NKF2QLP&keywords=freddie+the+rescue+dog&qid=1696528337&sprefix=freddie+the+rescue+dog+%2Caps%2C80&sr=8-1 Grant's brief bio: After a decade of writing biographies of extraordinary but unsung women active in the arts, diplomacy and politics, Grant Hayter-Menzies turned to writing about the lives of extraordinary but unsung animals: Rags, mascot and dispatch dog of the American First Division in WWI France; the thousands of elderly, neglected former war horses abandoned in Egypt by British forces at the termination of WWI and saved by Englishwoman Dorothy Brooke; Woo, the Javanese monkey companion of Canadian artist and writer Emily Carr; and Muggins, fundraising dog of WWI Victoria, BC. His memoir of his rescue dog, Freddie (ca 2009-2021), who inspired him to write about animals, has recently been published in Canada. Grant is literary executor of playwright William Luce (1931-2019), the award-winning author of Broadway classic The Belle of Amherst. Grant lives in Sidney, British Columbia, with his partner Rudi and rescue dog Niko. Learn more at https://grantmenzies.wixsite.com/author.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack=

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (October 10th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

# 132 How Do We Keep Her Memory and Spirit Alive without Being So Sad All the Time?

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories from Kelley about her family's beloved little dog, Truffle, and Amanda about her family's beloved cat, Leon. The title for this episode is a question asked by Kelley that we're sure resonates with all who've recently lost an animal companion.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack=

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (October 10th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#131 "I'm Afraid If I Stop Crying, I Lose Him"

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories from Lora about her beloved Scottish terrier, Callum, and Laurie about her beloved dog, Bo. This episode's title is a quote from Lora.

Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com; Nancy at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com

We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack=

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (October 10th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

# 130 "My Work Cat" Plus 2 Poems

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share a story sent by Mike about Half-Stache, a cat who was his loving friend while at work. We also share poems sent by Anthony about his dog, Samson Akita, and Judy, about her cat Gryffyn.

We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack=

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (October 10th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#129 For the Love of Labrador Retrievers

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories sent by Carly and Megan about their beloved Labrador retrievers, Bella and Freesia respectively.

We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack=

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (September 12th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

# 128 "How Do We Support Each Other When We're All Struggling?"

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories sent by Amy about her family's beloved German shorthaired pointer, Coach, and Marcia about her beloved beagle, Hunter. Amy's words are the title for this episode as she, her husband, and two children are all grieving the loss of this special dog. Marcia shares the tragic story of her dog being attacked by another dog.

We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack=

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (September 12th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#127 "The Perfect Cat for Us"

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories sent by Amanda about her cat, Leon, and Tara about her cat, Tinkerbell. Amanda's words are this episode's title and I'm sure Tara would agree that they also describe her beloved Tinkerbell.

We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack=

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (September 12th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#126 "She Was Woven Into Every Part of My Life"

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories sent by Tanya and Victoria. Tanya, who we first heard from in July, 2022, following the death of her beloved cat, Sherlock, now shares the story of loving, learning from, and, finally, losing Meena, "the feisty old lady" cat she adopted following Sherlock's death. This episode's title is a quote from Victoria that describes her relationship with her beloved little dog, Sqweeks, whom she recently lost. To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (September 12th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#125 Tragedy, Grief, and Resilience

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories sent by Jessica and Jeanne about the tragic losses each family suffered. Each family lost their beloved dog to a freak accident. Such stories are important to share because they emphasize the reality that we cannot protect our animal companions (or, indeed, our human family members) from every strange, entirely unpredictable, and potentially tragic circumstance.

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (September 12th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#124 The Lingering Impact of Loss and Grief

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Morgan's story about her beloved Yorkie, Gizmo, and Jessica's account of losing her two cats, Sahara and Popsicle, to a rare illness a year ago. Jessica now faces the challenge of relocating to a distance far away from home for a year-long internship while leaving her "major source of comfort," a cat named Mee-lo, at home with her spouse.

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (August 8th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

# 123 A Conversation with Renowned Animal Communicator and Author Danielle MacKinnon

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we talk with renowned animal communicator and author Danielle MacKinnon. We're certain that Danielle's wise and compassionate words will ease the hearts of many listeners.

Danielle MacKinnon is an internationally renowned animal communicator, intuitive coach, and author.

· With more than 20 years of experience, Danielle teaches her Soul Level Method® of animal communication and intuition to students from more than 60 countries through the Danielle MacKinnon School.

· She leads annual workshops at prestigious facilities like the Omega Institute and the Kripalu Center.

· Danielle has written two Amazon #1 best-selling books, “Soul Contracts: Find Harmony and Unlock Your Brilliance” and “Animal Lessons: Discovering Your Spiritual Connection with Animals” and just published her third book this past April called “The Incredible Animal Afterlife: What Your Pet Wants You to Know.”

Learn more at daniellemackinnon.com

Connect with Danielle on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/daniellemackinnon)

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (August 8th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#122 Rob's Story: Giving A Senior Adoptee Their Best Years

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Rob's story of adopting and ultimately saying goodbye to his 26-year-old cat, Little Girl.

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (August 8th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#121 Vicky's Story: From Tragic Loss to Adopting Again

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Vicky's story about the tragic loss of her beloved cat, Molly, and how she did during following weeks.

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (July 18th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#120 "He Taught Me How to Slow Down and Embrace Each Moment"

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Amanda's story about her beloved cat, Tim, and Holly's story about her beloved pug, Beetle. Both stories offer lessons on love, compassion, and acceptance.

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (July 18th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#119 Reflecting on Loss One Year Later

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share two stories from audience members. May shares the story of her beloved Yorkie Maj's passing one year afterward. She opens a window onto how we live alongside our grief and how it resurges at times like this. Pamela shares the story of how her beloved Chihuahua mix, Molly, died. Both stories highlight the importance of support from friends and family.

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (July 18th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#118 When a Veterinary Professional has the Courage to Share His Struggle with Grief and Depression

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share the story of a veterinary student who has long struggled with clinical depression and recently lost his beloved dog. We share his story with deep appreciation because depression affects a great many people from all walks of life and the more we talk about this reality the more we break the stigma surrounding this and other mental health challenges.

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (June 13th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#117 "If You Have Any Advice On How To Heal, I Would Greatly Appreciate It. "

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories from audience members Kayla and Caleb, each of whom asked for advice on how to heal the pain of their grief. We'll share their stories and our thoughts in response to their question.

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (June 13th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#116 Anticipatory Grief Vs Grief Following the Death of Our Animal Companion

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories sent to us by Danielle, whose dog, Nilla, is terminally ill, and Harvey, who recently lost his dog, Leslie. We'll examine anticipatory grief and the challenges that come with making the decision to euthanize when our animal companion's symptoms are very specific and not affecting every aspect of their ability to function. And we'll look at the transition from anticipatory grief to the grief that follows our animal companion's death.

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (June 13th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#115 Making the Euthanasia Decision: Two Stories

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we discuss two stories that show some of the unique difficulties that come with each decision to euthanize a beloved animal companion. Alex shares the story of his nine-year-old pitbull, Chiba. Catherine shares the story of her 25-year-old cat, Beatrix.

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (June 13th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#114 When an Accident Causes Our Animal Companion's Death

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories sent by audience members Brittanie and Clare. We have been hearing from a number of people recently about accidents that caused the death of non-human animal family members. Brittanie and Clare have courageously allowed us to share what happened within their families in the hopes that others who experience this kind of loss may feel less alone.

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠PayPal⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (June 13th at 6 pm ET)⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠dakinhumane.org⁠.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#113 We're Often Left With So Many Questions

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories sent by Marie-France and Rupa. Marie-France poses many of the questions that tend to haunt us after we lose a beloved animal companion. We'll do our best to respond. Rupa describes losing the wonderful dog who joined her family during her teenage years. This was Rupa's very first major loss. To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

To subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (May 9th at 6 pm ET): https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at dakinhumane.org.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the community tab on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#112 Euthansia: "The Unknowns and Repercussions of Rushed Decisions"

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories from two audience members, John and Elizabeth. This episode's title quotes the subject line from John's email about losing his beloved standard poodle, Louis. Elizabeth's shares the story of her beloved, Chompy, an English bulldog. She notes the difference between preparing for loss and actually experiencing it.

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

To subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (May 9th at 6 pm ET): https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at dakinhumane.org.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the community tab on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

#111 When We Lose A Nontraditional Animal Companion

Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as, upon the recommendation of a listener, we share two audience members' stories about the loss of animal companions who are not dogs or cats.

To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support

The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...

To subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)

To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (May 9th at 6 pm ET): https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html

This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at dakinhumane.org.

For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the community tab on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

By Kenneth Dolan-Del Vecchio & Nancy Saxton-Lopez

Available on

#160 Dr. Caitlin Vaugh Interviewing Nancy and Ken