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PODCAST

The Pet Loss Companion

Kenneth Dolan-Del Vecchio & Nancy Saxton-Lopez

Hosted by family therapists Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio, authors of the bestselling book The Pet Loss Companion: Healing Advice from Family Therapists Who Lead Pet Loss Groups, this podcast shares experiences, recommendations, and reflections that help listeners with the loss of their animal companions. Ken and Nancy help listeners celebrate the gifts and navigate the challenges that come when we share our lives with beloved pets. Contact us at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and

kids & family pets & animals

All Episodes

00:30:50

#92 Intro to Aquamation with Alan Hillsberg

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2022/12/01

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we welcome our guest, Alan Hillsberg, for an introduction to acquamation, an alternative to cremation. We learned a great deal from Alan as I'm sure you will. Here's more about our guest: Alan Hillsberg has been active in the death care industry for more than a decade, helping scores of funeral homes throughtout the country prosper from the effective strategies he has implemented for them. His expertise, experience,

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00:28:49

#91 "It Was All My Fault!" When Our Decisions are...

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2022/11/17

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we share Catherine's heart-wrenching story of her cat being killed by a coyote. We'll talk about this situation and share our own stories about personal decisions being linked to a pet's death, and we'll share strategies for living with this kind of loss. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics. Nancy can be reached at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and Ken at kenddv@gmail.com. When you send us

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00:26:43

#90 "This is so Damn Hard." Jack and Diesel's Story

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2022/11/10

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we share Jack's story about Diesel, his beloved dog. We'll also share Kristen's email about the wise ways that she and her family are approaching the holidays this year, the second year after losing their beloved cat, Bella. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics. Nancy can be reached at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and Ken at kenddv@gmail.com. When you send us a personal story please mention

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00:28:21

#89 Rescued Pets: Knowing We Gave Them Their Best Years

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2022/11/03

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we share Angela's story about Milly, her rescued cat. We'll talk about the experience of adopting an adult animal who has had a troubled past (documented abuse in this case) and the special feelings of sorrow and gratitude that may follow their passing. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics. Nancy can be reached at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and Ken at kenddv@gmail.com. When you send us a

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00:30:49

#88 Dispelling the Stigma That Shrouds Despair

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2022/10/27

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we talk about how despair, even to the extent of having suicidal thoughts, is a common experience when we lose a loved one. We'll challenge the stigma that obscures this reality and emphasize how important it is for us to ask for and accept help when we are struggling. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics. Nancy can be reached at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and Ken at kenddv@gmail.com

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00:33:56

#87 When You Adopt a Pet Who Has Special Health Needs

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2022/10/20

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio at 6pm ET on Thurs 10/20/22 as Nancy shares storIes about Ellie and Boogie, her adopted French bulldogs, both of whom have serious health conditions. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics. Nancy can be reached at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and Ken at kenddv@gmail.com. When you send us a personal story please mention whether or not you would be okay with us sharing it within a future episode

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00:28:30

#86 When You're Single with No Family Nearby and You...

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2022/10/13

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio at 6pm ET on Thurs 10/13/22 as we share a letter from Cynthia, a single woman living in Spain far away from her family and coping with the death of her beloved cat, Toby. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics. Nancy can be reached at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and Ken at kenddv@gmail.com. When you send us a personal story please mention whether or not you would be okay with us sharing it

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00:28:05

#85 Mom's Letter to Koda: How Writing to Our Pets Can...

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2022/10/06

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio at 6pm ET on Thurs 10/6/22 as we share Doris' letter to her beloved golden retriever, Koda, and talk about the benefits gained by writing to our deceased loved ones. We'll also share Julia's story about her beloved Scottish terrier, Jordy. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics. Nancy can be reached at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and Ken at kenddv@gmail.com. When you send us a personal story

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00:30:30

#84 Tony and Cebu's Story

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2022/09/29

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we share Tony's story about his beloved dog, Cebu. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics. Nancy can be reached at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and Ken at kenddv@gmail.com. When you send us a personal story please mention whether or not you would be okay with us sharing it within a future episode. To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or PayPal

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00:29:42

#83 Colleen and Moca's Story; When We Must Leave a...

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2022/09/22

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we share Colleen's story about her beloved Moca and also discuss situations in which a pet's guardian must leave them indefinitely in the care of other people. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics. Nancy can be reached at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and Ken at kenddv@gmail.com. When you send us a personal story please mention whether or not you would be okay with us sharing it within a

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00:29:27

#82 Behavioral Euthanasia and Other Audience Members'...

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2022/09/15

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio at 6pm ET on Thurs 9/15/22 as we discuss the experience of needing to euthanize a pet because their behavior was unpredictable and dangerous, along with other audience members' stories. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics. Nancy can be reached at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and Ken at kenddv@gmail.com. When you send us a personal story please mention whether or not you would be okay with us

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00:29:34

#81 When You Lose the Pet You Grew Up With, and Other...

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2022/09/01

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we discuss the particular experience of losing a pet who shared your growing up years. We'll also respond to a question about how to adopt new routines after a loss when your old routines feel too painful at present. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics. Nancy can be reached at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and Ken at kenddv@gmail.com. When you send us a personal story please mention whether

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00:28:26

#80 Stories of Loss and Healing

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2022/08/25

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we share audience members' stories of loss and healing. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics. Nancy can be reached at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and Ken at kenddv@gmail.com. When you send us a personal story please mention whether or not you would be okay with us sharing it within a future episode. To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or

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00:33:09

#79 More on the Questions Raised in Malkia and...

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2022/08/18

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we discuss some of the points raised during last week's program in which we shared Stephanie's story about her beloved Malkia. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics. Nancy can be reached at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and Ken at kenddv@gmail.com. When you send us a personal story please mention whether or not you would be okay with us sharing it within a future episode. To support our work

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00:40:57

#78 Five Countries, One Special Dog: Malkia and...

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2022/08/11

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we share Stephanie's story about her beloved Malkia, whom she lost three months ago, along with some of the lessons Stephanie has learned and her recommendations for healing activites. Stephanie sent us a long letter with rich content that we believe will be helpful to many. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics. Nancy can be reached at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and Ken at

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00:30:12

#77 Those Moments When Grief Returns

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2022/08/04

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we share personal reflections and stories from others about the moments when grief returns, sometimes quite unexpectedly and often long after the actual loss has occurred. We'll describe how integrating our grief means living alongside it, embracing those moments when we feel it powerfully stirring again, and even finding gratitude through such occurrences. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for

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00:36:05

#76 Funk: A Dog's Life Story

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2022/07/28

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we share and respond to a story shared by an audience member that chronicles the life of her family's beloved dog, Funk, and her grief upon losing him. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics. Nancy can be reached at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and Ken at kenddv@gmail.com. When you send us a personal story please mention whether or not you would be okay with us sharing it within a future

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00:28:14

# 75 The Spiritual Journey of Loss and Healing

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2022/07/21

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we share and respond to audience members' stories about the deep relationships we enjoy with our animal companions, the equally deep feelings of grief that come with their loss, and how we move forward in the ways that best suit the circumstances of our lives. In the stories we share this time we'll emphasize the importance of loved ones supporting those who grieve without judging them or recommending "solutions." We

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00:27:40

#74 When Our Pet Was Our Teammate, Navigating...

The Pet Loss Companion ·

2022/07/14

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we share and respond to audience members' stories of love, companionship, and loss. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics. Nancy can be reached at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and Ken at kenddv@gmail.com. When you send us a personal story please mention whether or not you would be okay with us sharing it within a future episode. To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift:

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00:51:28

#73 Guests Interview: A Couple's Story of Loss,...

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2022/06/23

Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we welcome guests Jonathan and Jacquelyn Olweck. We'll talk with the Olweck's about their recent experiences with the loss of their beloved dog, their grief, and how they came to adopt a new puppy. We welcome your comments, questions and suggestions for future topics. Nancy can be reached at nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com and Ken at kenddv@gmail.com. When you send us a personal story please mention whether or not you would

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