
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 t... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 259 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Kids & FamilyPets & Animals | |||

Join family therapists Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Nerissa's story about her beloved goat, Sparkle.
Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com, Nancy at nancysaxtonlopez@gmail.com.
The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon: h... more
Join family therapists Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez for a conversation with Dr. Kevin Toman, DVM, on end of life care and related matters.
Dr. Kevin Toman, DVM, is a veteran small-animal veterinarian, founder of Helping Pets Live Lon... more
Join family therapists Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez as we share Anne Marie's story about her beloved dog, Earl.
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Reach Ken at kenddv@gm... more
Join family therapists Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio and Nancy Saxton-Lopez for a conversation with Pet Loss Grief Coach and Certified Grief Educator Crystal Soucy.
Crystal's work is very personal and was born out of her own intense heartbreak after the pas... more
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I found this podcast when my soul cat, Oliver, passed suddenly 3 years ago. Unfortunately, I had to put down my Orange Boy yesterday after a sudden decline in health. This time around is no less hard and is harder in other ways because it's my first time with euthanasia. I don't think I could survive the grief if it weren't for this podcast. My boys were so special to me, and knowing others know this connection and how heavy the loss can feel has been comforting and helpful beyond what I could c... more
This is a wonderful podcast telling stories that allow me to not feel so alone when I find myself in the deepest of my grief. I highly recommend this to anyone who has lost any loved one and to always remember you aren’t alone
Ken and Nancy are so kind and compassionate. This podcast was a warm blanket when I was in the throes of grief over my beautiful dog. I still listen from time to time and have recommended it to many friends. I also appreciated that Ken and Nancy personally responded to my email where I wrote with a follow up question about one ep. They were very kind and thoughtful in their response, which meant so much to me at the time. Thank you for this.
Losing my pets has been the worst/hardest things I’ve ever experienced and completely changed how I live. I have often felt like (a) no one else feels the same level of pain that I do, and (b) no one wants to hear about it because it’s too sad.
This podcast has made me feel so much less alone and I really, really needed that.
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Two family-therapy clinicians host a compassionate, narrative-driven show that centers pet loss, grief, and healing. Episodes blend listener letters, guest perspectives, and expert guidance—from veterinarians and grief educators to animal communicators—offering practical coping strategies, validation, and community resources. The format often weaves personal stories with clinical insights, emphasizing dignity in end-of-life decisions, memory preservation, and the ongoing bond with animal companions. A notable strength is turning deeply emotional experiences into actionable guidance and support networks for grieving pet parents, making it a valuable resource for listeners seeking comfort, understanding, and community.
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Recent guests on The Pet Loss Companion include:
1. Kevin Toman
2. Anne Marie Gunn
3. Crystal Soucy
4. Nancy Mello
5. Midori Okita
6. Miki Jacobs
7. Gina Aram
8. Harry Bliss
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