The Pet Loss Companion
Kenneth Dolan-Del Vecchio & Nancy Saxton-Lopez
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#101 "He Got Me Through the Worst Times of My Life."
The Pet Loss Companion
02/03/23 • 29 min
Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share a story sent to us by Jana and her daughter, Deanna, about Deanna's beloved dog, Diesel. Diesel meant the world to Deanna and helped her through some very rough times. We'll also share another story, this one from Megan, about her much loved Basset hound, Maggie.
To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)
To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support
The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...
To subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)
To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (Feb 14th at 6 pm ET): https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html
This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at dakinhumane.org.
For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the community tab on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support1 Listener
#103 Grief Sucks No Matter How Old or Young Our Pet is When We Lose Them
The Pet Loss Companion
02/16/23 • 27 min
Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories sent to us by Rachel, who lost her dog, Trapper, at a young age due to a genetically linked disease and Carolyn, whose dog, Spicey Brown, shared her life for many years and through a host of life transitions.
To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)
To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support
The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...
To subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)
To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (March 14th at 6 pm ET): https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html
This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at dakinhumane.org.
For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the community tab on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support#95 When the Loss of Your Pet Leaves You Hypervigilant about the Health of Your Surviving Pets
The Pet Loss Companion
12/22/22 • 31 min
Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we share and discuss stories from audience members Michael and Jessica that raise important questions for all who are grieving. One point we'll discuss is how the death of a pet may cause us to become extraordinarily worried about the health of our surviving pets.
To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)
To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support
The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...
To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (Jan 10th at 6 pm ET): https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html
This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at dakinhumane.org.
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support#100 "Our Souls Were Knit Together." Sarah and Fozzy's Story
The Pet Loss Companion
01/26/23 • 41 min
Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Sarah's compelling story about her relationship with her dog, Fozzy, including a detailed description of how Sarah and her husband planned for Fozzy's gentle transition, and the reassuring sign that Sarah received immediately thereafter.
To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)
To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support
The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...
To subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)
To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (Feb 14th at 6 pm ET): https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html
This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at dakinhumane.org.
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support#98 Trying to Move Past Anger: A Couple's Grief After Tragic Loss
The Pet Loss Companion
01/12/23 • 30 min
Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Susan's story about the tragic loss of her family's dog and how this affected Susan and her husband's relationship.
To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)
To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support
The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...
To subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)
To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (Feb 14th at 6 pm ET): https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html
This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at dakinhumane.org.
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support#96 "We Kept Each Other Strong." Sarah and Jax's Story, and Monica's Letter to Kodi
The Pet Loss Companion
12/29/22 • 35 min
Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we share Monica's letter to her beloved Kodi and Sarah and Jax's story about caring for one another through thick and thin.
To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)
To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support
The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...
To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (Jan 10th at 6 pm ET): https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html
This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at dakinhumane.org.
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support#134 When We Lose A Young Animal Companion
The Pet Loss Companion
10/12/23 • 29 min
Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share stories from Rifal and Kaja whose beloved cats were in the prime of their lives when they became ill and died.
Reach Ken at [email protected]; Nancy at [email protected]
We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack=
To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)
To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support
The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...
To subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)
To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (November 14th at 6 pm ET): https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html
This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at dakinhumane.org.
For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the community tab on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support#94 Grief Does Not Destroy Us
The Pet Loss Companion
12/15/22 • 29 min
Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we share and discuss stories from audience members Anna and Deydriger that raise important questions for all who are grieving.
To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or PayPal(https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)
To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support
The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...
To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group (Jan 10th at 6 pm ET): https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html
This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at dakinhumane.org.
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support# 93 "A Miracle Ending to Her Life on Earth"
The Pet Loss Companion
12/08/22 • 33 min
Join family therapists and authors Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we share two stories from audience members. The first, from Kara about her beloved Cairn terrier, Frankie, is about how Kara is beginning to move beyond the self-blame she's been struggling with. The second, from Brittany about her "first baby," Mia, a King Charles Spaniel, describes the transcendent moment of Mia's passing from this life.
To support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)
To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support
The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...
To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group (Dec 13th at 6 pm ET): https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html
This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at dakinhumane.org.
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support#154 My Greatest Love, My Shadow, My Heart
The Pet Loss Companion
03/07/24 • 26 min
Join family therapists and authors Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Stacey's story about her beloved silver Labrador retriever, Danko.
Reach Ken at [email protected]; Nancy at [email protected]
A new way to support our work: To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).
You may also support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US) We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack= To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa... To subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button) To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken (March 12th at 6 pm ET): https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss This program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at dakinhumane.org. For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the community tab on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Pet Loss Companion have?
The Pet Loss Companion currently has 184 episodes available.
What topics does The Pet Loss Companion cover?
The podcast is about Pets & Animals, Kids & Family and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on The Pet Loss Companion?
The episode title '#101 "He Got Me Through the Worst Times of My Life."' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Pet Loss Companion?
The average episode length on The Pet Loss Companion is 31 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Pet Loss Companion released?
Episodes of The Pet Loss Companion are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The Pet Loss Companion?
The first episode of The Pet Loss Companion was released on Dec 14, 2020.
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