Ute Luppertz — On Pet Loss and Why It Hits Harder Than We Expect

In todays episode, I speak with pet death doula Ute Luppertz about the emotional journey of losing a beloved animal. Made more timely by a recent health scare with my 17-year-old dog Jackson, we discuss how we can prepare for a pet’s death, create meaningful rituals, and navigate the grief that often goes unspoken.Together, they explore:How pets teach us about patience, compassion, and presenceThe importance of rituals and legacy in animal lossWhy grief around pets is often minimized—and how to push backHow children and other animals experience lossWhat Ute believes happens when our pets dieWhether you're actively caring for an aging animal or reflecting on past loss, this conversation offers comfort, perspective, and tools for honoring the love we share with our pets.Connect with Ute:Website: https://www.pets-point-of-view.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petspointofview/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/petspointofview/Pet Hospice & Death Doula TrainingAmori - Your Mortality CompanionVisit amori.life and use code WHENWEDIE50 to get 50% off your download.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.About When We Die Talks: When We Die Talks is a podcast built around anonymous conversations about death, loss, and how contemplating mortality shapes the way we live. If you’re new here, start with the Episode Guide. It’s designed to help you find conversations that match where you’re at—curiosity, grief, hesitation, or openness.Stay Connected🌐 Website: whenwedietalks.com📰 Substack: When We Die Talks📸 Instagram: @whenwedietalks▶️ YouTube: When We Die Talks✉️ Email: [email protected] to share your thoughts? Leave a voicemail at 971-328-0864 and share what you believe happens when we die. Messages may be featured in a future episode. If you’d like to have a full conversation, you can apply to be an anonymous caller at whenwedietalks.com.