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EPISODE · May 3, 2026 · 33 MIN

After Pet Loss, When Is It Time To Get Another Pet?

from The Pet Parent Hotline | Calm The Chaos, Cut The Costs, and Love Life With Your Pets Again · host Amy Castro - Pet Parenting & Behavior Expert

After losing a pet, how do you know when it’s time to get another one, if at all?For some people, opening their heart to another pet feels like part of healing. For others, waiting feels right. And for many, the hardest part is not knowing whether the hesitation means they are not ready, they are being thoughtful, or they are just afraid of what it might mean.That is what makes this decision so complicated.In this episode, I’m joined by Carla Bosacki, host of A Dog’s Devotion, who shares her personal experience after losing her dog Max and how she ultimately decided to bring another dog into her life. Together, we talk through what may really be driving your yes, no, or not yet, and how to make that decision without guilt, comparison, or pressure from other people. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:• Why there is no universal timeline for getting another pet after loss • How to tell whether you truly want another pet or are reacting to grief, loneliness, or pressure • What to consider before saying yes to another pet, especially if you are still unsureThis is one of those decisions that deserves honesty, not pressure.CONNECT WITH CARLA BOSACKIPodcast | A Dog’s Devotion Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/adogsdevotion1/Stuck on a pet problem? Send it here.Support the showExpert Pet Advice for busy pet parents! Love the show? Leave a 5-star review so more pet parents can find us, and share this episode with someone who needs it. Follow:🌍Official Site |📱Facebook |📺YouTube | 🍏 Apple |🎵SpotifyEach week, get practical pet parenting advice and expert help for behavior issues, rising pet costs, vet visits, training, and everyday life with dogs and cats.From puppy biting and cat aggression to separation anxiety, emergency vet decisions, and saving money on pet care, this show helps you cut through the noise and find real solutions.No fluff, no guilt, just practical help so you can enjoy your pets and your life again.Contact: [email protected]©Ⓟ 2026 Amy Castro

After losing a pet, how do you know when it’s time to get another one, if at all? For some people, opening their heart to another pet feels like part of healing. For others, waiting feels right. And for many, the hardest part is not knowing whether the hesitation means they are not ready, they are being thoughtful, or they are just afraid of what it might mean. That is what makes this decision so complicated. In this episode, I’m joined by Carla Bosacki, host of A Dog’s Devotion, who shares h...

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After losing a pet, how do you know when it’s time to get another one, if at all?For some people, opening their heart to another pet feels like part of healing. For others, waiting feels right. And for many, the hardest part is not knowing whether...

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