PET OWNERS grief COUNSELLING

I have had many types of pets including dogs, cats, a goat and guinea pigs.  I really understand pet loss personally and professionally.

I currently have several companion hand-tamed birds.  Many people don't know birds have the intelligence of a five-year-old child!  My little Parrotlet Peter Pan sings the Addams Family (well his version anyway).

The little man I am holding is a Lovebird, Paddington Bird.  He is the sweetest little man, so kind and gentle.  He has a mate, Ella.  They are inseparable which melts my heart.  She definitely rules the roost though!

And yes, my name really is Madonna.  And I'm sure you can imagine how many times I've been asked if I sing :)  I actually do sing, write my own songs, and play guitar.

I love gardening and travel.  I've travelled to many countries.  I lived in Canada for a year and have been there seven times in all as I have good friends I stay with.  It's so easy to do side trips to other parts of Canada and the US from there too.

I've been told by friends and clients I'm warm, relatable, empathetic and down to earth.  

· Grief counselling when your pet passes away

· Counselling support if your pet is ill

· Before euthanasia counselling

· After euthanasia counselling

I provide grief counselling specifically for pet owners. Pet owners experience “disenfranchised grief” - grief that is not recognised or validated by society. This can result in feeling misunderstood and alone during an already heartbreaking time.

Many people say pets are like family. I would go even further and say they are more than family. Your pet’s love is often the most real and consistent form of unconditional love you will ever experience. Because of this you also feel free to love them unconditionally. This reciprocal unconditional love results in an incredibly powerful bond. It makes sense you will grieve when this bond is broken.

 We all need support during grief. I feel honoured and privileged to offer you this support during one of the saddest times of your life.

Bee Yourself Counselling has teamed up with Sunset Pets.  

Ben and his team are dedicated Veterinary professionals who believe it is a privilege to be a part of your journey, and an honour to assist you in saying goodbye.

They recognise that making the decision to say goodbye to a beloved friend is one of the hardest things you will have to do. It is their goal to support you through this process, so that you can say farewell in the most peaceful way possible.

They have walked through the grief of letting go of a beloved pet. 

For them, it is a position of great trust and privilege, and one that can be unexpectedly rewarding. They bear witness to the love that you have for your animal, listen to stories of their full and happy lives and share the warm memories of them while in your care, including their sometimes cheeky antics.

Their mission is to make this process as peaceful and healing as possible by creating a non-judgemental, compassionate and safe space for your goodbye.

Website:  https://www.sunsetpets.com.au/

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