Loving and Losing Pets

Famously considered "man's best friend," our pets can be one of our most important sources of emotional support and companionship. From cats and dogs to hamsters and goldfish, pets become part of our family and losing them can come with a deep grieving process that isn't well acknowledged in our society. In this episode, we discuss the mental health implications of having a pet as well as losing one. Resources:Park, R. M., Royal, K. D., & Gruen, M. E. (2023). A literature review: Pet...