In this episode of the Pet Care Report Podcast by Pet Summits, host Alora McKinley discusses the difficult topic of pet loss and grief with Dr. Sarah Kerr, a death doula and founder of the Center for Sacred Death Care. Dr. Sarah shares her insights on preparing for the inevitable loss of a pet, the emotional impact on families, and how to handle the process and aftermath of euthanizing a pet. She also emphasizes the importance of rituals and ceremonies in processing grief and offers practical advice for supporting children and other pets through mourning.

SHOW NOTES:

(02:52) Understanding the Grief of Pet Loss

(03:42) Preparing for the Inevitable

(06:28) Helping Children Cope with Pet Loss

(10:37) The Euthanasia Decision

(14:25) Navigating Sudden Pet Death

(16:01) Honoring and Processing Grief

(18:47) Resources and Final Thoughts

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