E24: Pet Grief and Memorials: Honoring Animal Companions with Jana DeCristofaro of The Dougy Center
What makes a “good death” for a beloved pet—and how do you grieve when society says, “It was just an animal”? Jana DeCristofaro of The Dougy Center joins me to explore pet grief, creating meaningful end-of-life rituals, and how to keep honoring your animal companion after they die.
You'll hear:
What a “good death” for a pet might look like
Why pet grief can feel even bigger or more profound than human loss
How to break the stigma of memorializing pets on social media
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