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Posts Tagged ‘guilt vs grief’

Peace of Mind for Pet Parents Episode 021: If I’d Only Known: Navigating Regret as a Pet Parent

By Gail Pope & Karen Wylie | July 17, 2025

Welcome to Peace of Mind for Pet Parents! Why do so many pet parents carry regrets—even years after saying goodbye? Regret is one of the heaviest emotions grieving pet parents carry. In this honest and heart-centered episode, Gail and Karen reflect on why regret shows up, how it evolves over time, and what it teaches…

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