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Grieving the Dog Who Could No Longer Walk: When Utility Ends | The Healing Practice
In this deeply reflective episode of The Healing Practice, host Mariah Hardy explores the complex and often unspoken grief that accompanies caring for a beloved pet as they age and lose their physical abilities. Using her personal experience with her golden retriever, Barnaby, who could no longer walk, Mariah dissects the shadow side of loving an animal that outlives its utility. This episode is essential listening for anyone navigating the emotional transition from active companionship to end-of-life caretaking, offering a compassionate space to process feelings of guilt, resentment, and…
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