Facing the end of your pet’s life and unsure how to make it peaceful and meaningful?

Many pet parents struggle with how to honor their pet’s final chapter while navigating guilt, fear, and overwhelming grief.

In this episode, Amy talks with Dr. Mary Gardner from Lap of Love about how in-home hospice and euthanasia services can transform this emotional time into one of comfort, dignity, and love.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:
• How in-home euthanasia offers a peaceful, familiar environment for pets
• What anticipatory grief looks like and how to manage those emotions
• Why it's okay to feel relief after your pet passes—and how to let go of guilt

This heartfelt conversation will help you feel less alone, more empowered, and supported in making the most compassionate choices when the time comes.

CONNECT WITH DR. MARY GARDNER:
Website | www.drmarygardner.com
Lap of Love | www.lapoflove.com

OTHER LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Dog Life Quality Assessment: https://www.lapoflove.com/Quality-of-Life/Quality-of-Life-Scoring-Tool
• Cat Life Quality Assessment: https://www.lapoflove.com/Quality-of-Life/Cat-Quality-of-Life-Scale
• Pet Loss Book – I Miss You Already by Nancy Gordon: https://www.amazon.com/Miss-You-Already-Unbearable-Loss/dp/1734642806
• Quality of Life Video for Pet Parents: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfN2GuVKO-c

P.S. You may hear us refer to the show as Starlight Pet Talk during this episode. That was our former name before we embraced the fur, mess, and mayhem. Same show, same mission—just a name that fits better now.

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