32. Navigating Pet Loss with Veterinary Social Worker Judith Harbour and Author Sara Bader

Dr. Ann Hohenhaus speaks with Judith Harbour, Veterinary Social Worker at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center. Judith provides support and counseling to AMC staff and veterinary clients. She also facilitates AMC's Pet Loss Support Group. Listen as they discuss:

• What people commonly experience when they lose a beloved pet
• Advice for people coping with the loss of a pet
• Secondary loss and how it contributes to grief
• Why pet loss groups are helpful
• Judith's role in supporting the wellbeing of veterinary staff
• Ways people can celebrate and honor the life of their pet

Dr. Hohenhaus also interviews Sara Bader, author of The Book of Pet Love and Loss: Words of Comfort & Wisdom from Remarkable People. Tune in to hear: 

• What inspired Sara to write a book about pet loss
• How Sara found the quotes for her book
• Sara's favorite quote about pet love and loss
• What Sara learned from writing her book
• Does Sara have a new cat?

Also on this month's show: 

• Viral trending animal story about what made a baby giraffe very unique
• Animal news, including how stray dog Scout escaped a shelter to become a medical care nursing home resident
• Listener Q&A 

Do you have a pet question for Dr. Hohenhaus? Email askthevet@amcny.org to have your question answered on Ask the Vet's Listener Q&A.

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