Coping with Pet Loss | What do do when your companion crosses the rainbow bridge
The Loss of a Pet can have Real Effects that are Minimized by Some
Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes · Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
January 26, 202353m 34s
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Show Notes
- Pets often add
- Structure
- Socialization
- Like humans, there are triggers all around that remind you of your pet
- Sights, sounds, smells
- Rituals
- You may second guess yourself or feel guilt if you had to make an end-of-life decision or if the death was particularly premature
- The loss of a child's pet may trigger a sense of guilt and helplessness as the child grieves
- The loss of a pet may trigger memories of prior losses and open old wounds
- This was the only secure relationship I ever had. Death of your parent's pet
- The loss of a pet may trigger reflection on your own mortality
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction
00:38 Human Pet Bond
07:35 Impact of Pet Loss
15:50 Grief and Disenfranchised Grief
30:00 Coping Strategies
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