The Grief Before Goodbye: Preparing for Your Pet’s Final Days

What No One Tells You About Losing a Pet

Do you feel like you're already grieving your pet… even though they're still here?

That heartbreak has a name and in this episode, you’ll learn how anticipatory grief affects both you and your pet, and why it’s one of the most misunderstood parts of pet loss.

Whether you're nearing the end of your pet's life or supporting someone who is, this conversation with grief expert Nancy Gordon, LCSW, will help you prepare emotionally, avoid guilt, and find peace,  before and after goodbye.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN:

• What anticipatory grief is and why it matters more than you think
• How to prepare for end-of-life decisions with less fear and more clarity
• Why words like “put down” matter — and the uplifting alternative that changes everything

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PS: In this episode, you’ll hear us refer to the show as Starlight Pet Talk — that’s what we called it before we decided to embrace the fur, mess, and mayhem. Don’t worry, you’re in the right place!

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