Paws in Paradise Support Group
At Paws in Paradise, we understand that the loss of a beloved pet is a unique and profound experience. Our pets are family, bringing us unconditional love, joy, and companionship. When they cross the rainbow bridge and enter The Enchanted Forest, the pain can feel overwhelming, often more intense than we expect.
Why We Exist
Paws in Paradise was created because I understand the profound, often unexpected, pain of losing a beloved pet. When I experienced my own loss, it changed me in ways I could not have anticipated, leaving an empty space and a longing for a way to honor the love we shared. I found that grieving a pet can feel lonely, as it is sometimes misunderstood by others. But here, in this community, we recognize that our pets are family—and that saying goodbye to them deserves compassion, understanding, and support.
That is why Paws in Paradise exists: to offer a safe, comforting space where you can remember your pet, connect with others, and begin to heal.
Understanding the Journey of Pet Grief
Grieving a pet is a deeply personal process, and there is no “right” way to experience it. However, recognizing some common stages of grief can bring comfort and clarity as you move forward.
the five stages of grief
Support Options
There are two ways to receive Paws in Paradise Grief Support, providing support and resources to meet your needs as you navigate the journey of pet grief.
Free Community Package
Price – FREE
- Private Facebook Community: Join our Paws in Paradise Support Group on Facebook to connect with others who understand your grief.
- Paws in Paradise Memorial Wall: Honor your pet by adding them to our Memorial Wall, where their memory will live on.
- Supportive Resources and Shared Stories: Access valuable information and stories shared by members within our community, offering comfort and insights from those walking a similar path.
3-Month Healing Support Package
Introductory Price – $29.95 / Regular Price – $49.95
Our Healing Support Package is designed for those seeking additional guidance and structured support during their journey
- Everything in the FREE Package, including community access and a place on the Memorial Wall.
- Monthly Healing Newsletter: Receive a comforting monthly newsletter filled with messages of hope, grief resources, and gentle practices to support your journey. You will receive this newsletter for 12 months.
- 3-Month Group Grief Coaching Program: Join our group coaching program, where you will participate in five, 60-minute Zoom sessions along with other members within the community.
- Sessions are led by a grief counselor.
- A total of 5 group sessions are included in the 3-month subscription.
- Sessions are held quarterly: Q1 (Jan, Feb, Mar), Q2 (Apr, May, Jun), Q3 (Jul, Aug, Sep), Q4 (Oct, Nov, Dec). You only need to attend one session.
- By the end of your 3-month session, you will have gained insight into each stage of grief, building a foundation of understanding and coping that leads to healthy healing.
With our Healing Support Package, you’ll find companionship, understanding, and tools to help you navigate grief with the support of a caring community.
art as therapy
Honoring Your Pet through Creative Expression
In times of grief, art can be a powerful tool for healing. We’re excited to introduce our Rainbow Bridge Coloring Page as part of our Paws in Paradise “Art as Therapy” initiative. This coloring page, featuring the rainbow bridge with two dogs and a cat, is designed to offer comfort and a gentle way to process emotions.
How It Helps
Coloring allows us to focus on the present moment and express feelings we may struggle to put into words. As you add color to the rainbow bridge and animal friends, take a moment to reflect on your pet, bringing love, memories, and gratitude into each stroke.
This coloring activity is available to all Paws in Paradise Support Group members and can be completed as often as you like—each time can bring new layers of healing and connection. We hope this small act of creativity brings you peace and comfort as you honor your beloved companion.
My Journey to Helping Others
I am honored to support you through this journey of healing, one that I know personally!
Recognizing the need for specialized knowledge in pet grief, I received an additional certification in pet grief counseling, ensuring that I could offer the compassionate, tailored support this unique type of loss deserves.
Professionally, I am a Certified Professional Coach (CPC), and through my 20+ years HR experience as a coach, I have developed skills that translate well to helping individuals through various life challenges.
In this community, I walk beside you – not only as a trained counselor, but as a pet owner who truly understands the love you hold for your pet and the grief that follows their passing. Together, we will journey through the cherished memories that bring more warmth than pain, and the love you shared becomes a lasting source of comfort and strength.
Join Us
If you’re looking for a supportive, understanding space to process your grief, we welcome you to join Paws in Paradise Support Group.
Whether through our Free Community or Healing Support Package, we’re here to honor the memory of your pet and support you on your journey.
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