Dr Kirk Honda interviews Beth Bigler about her book on pet grief titled Honoring Our Animals. You can find more info on Beth Bigler at www.honoringouranimals.com or on Instagram @honoringouranimals

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00:00 Honoring Our Animals by Beth Bigler
06:34 Difficulties around pet death 
09:25 Do clinicians know enough about grief therapy? 
11:57 What was the process of working on the book?
16:07 What does continuing bonds look like? 
21:26 What reactions have people had? 
24:38 How does grief show up in life?
25:32 How can I show up for those experiencing loss? 

28:07 Where can you find Beth? 

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July 4, 2025

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