Liz’s Story – Tovi’s Gift
If you’ve ever lost a dog you loved, a dog that changed your life, your heart & soul dog, you may find a piece of yourself in Liz’s story.
Special thanks to Mindy of Hunter & Harvest Apothecary from Episode 2 for introducing me to Liz.
I start this episode sharing about losing our Lucy (Episode 1) and bonding with my girl, Penny.
Liz & Tovi had an amazing life together for 12+ years. In early 2017, Tovi’s health took an unexpected turn and a few weeks later, Liz was saying her final goodbye to Tovi. As Liz tried to navigate life without Tovi, she thought adopting a new dog would help her feel better. But she had a very complicated emotional experience after impulsively adopting her new pup, Mille. Liz struggled to bond with the unexpectedly anxious and fearful Millie and Liz felt a range of emotions from guilt to resentment. Liz is so open and honest about her emotional journey.
Through Tovi’s loss, Liz found the courage to pursue her childhood dream of writing. Using her background in psychology, Liz is writing about her own experience, as well as interviewing others about their experiences with pet loss or adopting a pet after loss.
Liz and I discuss:
Find Liz online:
Website: www.pettherapynotes.com
Pet Loss Resources: https://www.pettherapynotes.com/resources-1
Liz's Blog: https://www.pettherapynotes.com/blog-1
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pettherapynotes
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pettherapynotes/
Be a part of Liz's work:
If you or someone you know has a story about pet loss to share, please contact Liz through her Pet Therapy Notes website. Liz is particularly looking to interview people who have experienced:
Links we discussed:
Meghan Daum's The Gift of a Great Dog
Let's Connect.
You can find photos of Liz, Tovi and Millie on my Facebook and Instagram. If this episode resonated with you, let me know.
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Email: erin@believeindogpodcast.com
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