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Peace of Mind for Pet Parents Episode 044: You Are Not Alone: A Year End Reflection

Welcome to Peace of Mind for Pet Parents!🐾 Episode 044: You Are Not Alone: A Year End Reflection In this heartfelt year-end episode, Gail Pope and Karen Wylie pause to reflect on what they've learned from a year of conversations with pet parents caring for aging and ill animals. This isn't about getting everything right—it's about being present, trusting what you see, and remembering you're not alone on this journey. In This Episode, We Discuss: -The power of community and why finding kindred spirits matters so much when caring for aging or ill pets -Why "letting go" of the need to fix everything can actually help you make better decisions for your pet -How to trust what you're seeing in your pet, even when it's not what you want to see -The difference between focusing on curing versus focusing on comfort, connection, and quality of life -Why grief is really love—and how sharing it helps both you and others -What it means to stay present with your pet through all the hard moments Timestamps: 00:51 – What This Year Has Taught Us 02:49 – The Power of Community and Growing Together 06:26 – From Fixing to Comfort: The Heart of Our Bond with Animals 10:53 – Trusting What You See in Your Pet 11:32 – What’s Changed for Us: Confidence, Legacy, and Learning 15:06 – Grief as Love and Staying Present Through It All 💡 KEY TAKEAWAYS: Gail and Karen share personal insights about how their own learning has deepened this year through direct conversations with pet parents in their Caregivers Membership Hub and weekly Cuppa and Conversation gatherings. Gail opens up about her journey with grief after losing beloved animals Purrci and Andy, and why she's learned that grief never really goes away—because it's the love we still want to express. 🐾Whether your pet has just received a life-changing diagnosis or you're deep into hospice care, this conversation offers practical guidance for creating an environment where your pet can live comfortably for as long as possible. 📌 Related Resource: 📖 The LIVING Quality of Life Care Assessment PDF - brightpathforpets.com/resources-html/#LivingQOL 📖Peace of Mind for Pet Parents Episode 030: When We Becomes Me: Navigating Life When Your Pet Family Becomes One - brightpathforpets.com/blog/peace-of-mind-for-pet-parents-episode-030-navigating-life-when-your-pet-family-becomes-one/ 🐾Subscribe for more heart-centered conversations on animal caregiving, hospice, and honoring the human-animal bond. 📖 Read the Full Transcript on Our Blog: brightpathforpets.com/blog/peace-of-mind-for-pet-parents-episode-044-pet-caregiving-year-end-reflection/ 🐕 Explore More Pet Care Resources: brightpathforpets.com/resources-html/ 🌟 Join the Conversation! You don’t have to face this alone. This episode is a gentle, grounded companion for any pet parent walking this path. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review 🐶⭐🐱 Learn More from BrightHaven Caregiver Academy For free resources, upcoming workshops, and a supportive community dedicated to navigating life with your aging or ill pet: Website: brightpathforpets.com | brightpathforpets.com/peace-of-mind-for-pet-parents-podcast-html/ Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/3qYXfVDr4RCgmhFe4NJNkh Apple Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peace-of-mind-for-pet-parents-navigating-life-with-aging-or-ill-pets/id1792058115 PodBean: peaceofmindforpetparents.podbean.com About the Hosts: 🐾 Gail Pope Gail Pope is the Founder of BrightHaven and Co-Founder of BrightHaven Caregiver Academy and Animal Hospice Group. A pioneer in animal hospice with over three decades of experience, she has personally accompanied more than 700 animals through the dying process and has authored four books on hospice and end-of-life care. As co-host of the Peace of Mind for Pet Parents podcast, Gail shares her deep wisdom and compassionate perspective to help families walk the Bright Path with their beloved companions. 🐾 Karen Wylie, EdD, CAHP Karen Wylie, EdD, CAHP, is Co-Founder and Director of BrightHaven Caregiver Academy and Executive Director & Instructor for Animal Hospice Group, where she leads curriculum development and advanced training in animal hospice. A Certified Animal Hospice Practitioner with decades of hands-on caregiving experience, she co-hosts the Peace of Mind for Pet Parents podcast, helping families navigate quality-of-life care, hospice, and end-of-life decisions with compassion and clarity. Connect with Us on our Socials: Facebook: www.facebook.com/brightpathforpets Instagram: www.instagram.com/brightpathforpets Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional advice. As always, remember that our insights come from decades of caregiving experience. For any medical questions, your veterinarian is the best resource. Music: "Imagefilm 050s" by Sascha Ende Link: www.filmmusic.io/en/song/12551-imagefilm-050 License: www.filmmusic.io/standard-license