Wolfie's Wish Pet Loss Pawdcast with Erica Messer

Crystal Soucy is a Certified Pet Loss Grief & Life Coach, and Owner of Crystal Clear Coaching. Her own grief journey around the loss of her beloved dog Baci in May of 2022, inspired Crystal to pivot her business, and her primary focus is now on helping pet parents process their grief and navigate their new normal. She carefully companions and coaches pet parents through anticipatory grief, loss (recent and not so recent), guilt and trauma. She offers free ongoing pet loss support groups, 1:1 sessions, and a variety of other grief and bereavement support services and resources. Crystal prides herself on her ability to actively listen, to connect with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and life circumstances, and has a keen understanding of the human/animal bond. She is based in Connecticut but does most of her work virtually. Crystal’s community and following now includes people from all around the US and the world. Crystal first reached out to Erica last July after seeing a Wolfie’s Wish post on Instagram. With our shared passion for supporting pet parents, this new connection and collaboration began. Crystal is an Admin and active member of the Wolfie’s Wish Pet Loss Support Group on Facebook, and also has her own private Facebook group named, My Favorite Hello and Hardest Goodbye Pet Loss Support. Her website is aptly named, GetCrystalClear.com. There, you can learn more about her story, the services she offers, and sign up for free support groups and to be added to her email list.

In this episode, our guests are 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 kenddv@gmail.com. https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dch Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/supportPet Loss Companion Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pet-loss-companion/id1551842408The book can be purchased here:https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=asc_df_1484918266/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693674918130&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12241002224945738788&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1013542&hvtargid=pla-568997740786&psc=1&mcid=6d13ca6ad6df3603aae6c0c030892e16&gad_source=1

Angela is an end-of-life doula, companion animal doula and Pet Loss Grief Specialist (through the Association of Pet Loss and Bereavement). She is also a Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Advocate through the International Association of Animal Hospice and Palliative Care. She is the Past President of the National End-of-Life-Doula Alliance (NEDA). She is a graduate of the UVM End-of-Life Doula Professional Certificate Program, UVM Companion Animal Certificate Program and is now an instructor for both courses. She is employed as a veterinary doula with Pet Well Mobile Vet where she assists with euthanasia and the end-of-life care and support of companion animals. The owner of Dragonfly End of Life Services, LLC, her offerings include advance care planning, customized vigils and rituals, and legacy projects. She is the co-author of "The Doula Tool Kit" which contains a chapter of introduction on the role of a Companion Animal Doula.www.angelashook.comhttps://angelashook.com/www.wolfieswish.com

Jamie Ruden is the founder of Dog Spotted, a platform that connects NYC dog parents to the best dog service providers, new dog-friendly places, and a dog-loving community.

Episode Description: Disenfranchised GriefIn this episode, we delve into the concept of disenfranchised grief—a type of grief that is not acknowledged or validated by society. This can occur when the loss is not publicly recognized, the relationship to the deceased is not socially sanctioned, or the griever's mourning process is stigmatized or misunderstood. Join us as we explore the emotional and psychological impact of disenfranchised grief, share personal stories, and provide strategies for coping with this unique form of sorrow.For more resources and free downloads to support your journey through disenfranchised grief, visit [Wolfie's Wish](https://wolfieswish.com). Here, you'll find a wealth of information and tools designed to help you navigate this challenging experience and connect with a community that understands.

About Courtney and David Roche:Once upon a time a family was devastated by the loss of their beloved boxer, Ruby. They searched for a memorial that could truly honor Ruby's character in a personal and meaningful way, but to no avail. They wanted something authentic that could reflect the love and bond they had with Ruby.Feeling frustrated and disheartened, they decided to take matters into their own hands. They headed to their garage and created a special memorial for Ruby that truly captured her spirit and celebrated their adventures together. They developed a way to encapsulate memories that incorporates the thing closest to a pet- their own collar. But little did they know, this was just the beginning of something much bigger.As they shared their creation with friends and family, they were met with an overwhelming response. Others wanted to memorialize their pets in the same way, with a personalized and meaningful tribute. Many wanted to celebrate the lives of their current pets as well. The couple saw an opportunity to bring value to the lives of pet parents everywhere and decided to turn their creation into a business.But it wasn't just about creating a successful company. They wanted to make sure that they were doing things right - sourcing materials locally, manufacturing in the USA, and working with other small businesses to make it happen. They created a community to provide support through pet loss and to enrich pet parents' relationships with their furry family members. They knew that by doing so, they could be in service to others while honoring the memory of their beloved Ruby.They knew that pet parents everywhere were just like them - their pets were family, and they showed it. They wanted to offer something that could help other pet parents memorialize their furry family members in the same way. And so, their brand was born - a brand that values authenticity, community, and service to others.Today, their brand continues to grow, touching the lives of pet parents everywhere, and honoring the memory of their beloved Ruby. Whether they have passed or are still with us, Whisker & Fang honors your adventures together and celebrates the value of every life.