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March 18, 2025 • 54 mins

💛 How do you prepare your heart for the goodbye you know is coming? In this deeply moving follow-up episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em sits down with Beth Bigler from Honoring Our Animals to talk about anticipatory loss, pet grief, and the emotional journey of loving a pet through their final chapter.


💡 In this episode:

  • What anticipatory grief looks like and why it matters

  • Em’s personal experience navigating this with Toby and Fitz

  • How Beth’s small group sessions offer support and healing

  • Meaningful ways to honor your pet before and after loss

  • Encouragement for those struggling to find the right words, space, or community


Beth’s insight and compassion make this conversation a powerful resource for anyone navigating pet loss—or wanting to support someone who is.


🎧 Tune in for a heart-centered conversation that brings comfort, clarity, and connection in the face of one of life’s hardest goodbyes.


Guest Info:Learn more: https://www.honoringouranimals.comFollow on Instagram: @honoringouranimals


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This episode is proudly sponsored by our partnership with Honoring Our Animals.

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