Paws for Talk

Paws for Talk Pet quality of life and bereavement counselling. Genuine and compassionate support available.

It's almost time...
11/11/2025

It's almost time...

Do you wonder if your pet is watching over you?Sometimes, the smallest moments, a breeze, a familiar sound, and a warm s...
31/10/2025

Do you wonder if your pet is watching over you?
Sometimes, the smallest moments, a breeze, a familiar sound, and a warm sunbeam can feel like their way of saying, 'I'm still here'

A very much needed service!I am so grateful that I live close enough to have had a home visit from Nikki, and I found he...
28/10/2025

A very much needed service!
I am so grateful that I live close enough to have had a home visit from Nikki, and I found her knowledgeable, supportive, and comforting with no judgement or pressure at all. I never thought I would need help with a quality of life assessment after many years of having dogs, but the guidance support and objective view of my situation and my little dog was exactly what we needed. Forever thankful Nikki for what you offer, and I encourage anyone who’s even thinking about it, to reach out to her.

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review, Jess. It's true sometimes we don't realise how much support we need until it's offered, and its value becomes clear. I'm truly grateful for your kind words and for allowing me to be part of your story of love.

💔 Today’s Thought from Paws for Talk 💔Losing a pet can feel just as heavy as losing a person.They were your companion, y...
26/10/2025

💔 Today’s Thought from Paws for Talk 💔
Losing a pet can feel just as heavy as losing a person.
They were your companion, your comfort, your family. 🐾
Grief doesn’t measure love, and your love for your pet was real, deep, and meaningful.

It’s okay to grieve fully.
It’s okay to take your time.
Your feelings are valid. 💛

As the rain traced down the fence, I could see the faint shapes of my dog and horse — both gone now, but never truly far...
26/10/2025

As the rain traced down the fence, I could see the faint shapes of my dog and horse — both gone now, but never truly far.
The outlines faded with the storm, yet the warmth of seeing them again lingered.
Maybe it was just the rain… or maybe love never really leaves. 💧❤️
Can you see them too?

🐾 Tip of the Day from Paws for Talk 🐾You don’t need to be overly grateful that your pet lived to be 14, 16, or even 20 y...
23/10/2025

🐾 Tip of the Day from Paws for Talk 🐾

You don’t need to be overly grateful that your pet lived to be 14, 16, or even 20 years old.
No matter how many times others remind you 'they had a long life,' it never feels long enough.

Because when love is pure — no amount of time will ever be enough. ❤️🐾

This is Remy. 💔🐾My heart dog. My shadow. My reminder that love isn't always easy, but it's always worth it.A while ago, ...
19/10/2025

This is Remy. 💔🐾
My heart dog. My shadow. My reminder that love isn't always easy, but it's always worth it.

A while ago, I had to make the impossible decision — the one no one ever wants to make. Remy was struggling deeply with behavioural challenges that impacted his quality of life and safety, and despite trying everything, I had to choose euthanasia for reasons that had nothing to do with how much I loved him.

It shattered me.

Unfortunately, it also made me very qualified to help others through the heartbreak of behavioural euthanasia — a type of loss that often carries extra layers of guilt, confusion, and isolation.

If you’ve had to make a similar decision:
🤍 You are not alone.
🤍 You are not a bad person.
🤍 You made a choice out of love, not failure.

I built Paws for Talk to hold space for people just like you — and people just like me. Remy’s story didn’t end in shame. It lives on in every conversation, every tear, and every bit of support I now offer others.

Remy, thank you for teaching me the hardest kind of love. I’ll carry you with me, always.

pawsfortalkPFT Tip #1: Grief is not just for after the loss.It begins the moment we realise we may lose someone we love...
18/10/2025

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PFT Tip #1: Grief is not just for after the loss.
It begins the moment we realise we may lose someone we love — including our animal companions.

If you're facing the declining health, aging, or terminal diagnosis of your pet, the sadness you feel is real. It’s called anticipatory grief, and it deserves compassion, not silence.

Take a moment to pause.
Breathe.
Acknowledge what you're feeling without guilt. You don’t have to wait until the goodbye to begin grieving — and you don’t have to do it alone.

💛 With you,
Paws for Talk
Supporting pet guardians through loss before and after.

17/10/2025

He’s not just a dog — he’s family. From the first wag of his tail to every goofy smile since, he’s had my heart. I’ll love him, protect him, and walk beside him for the rest of his life. 🐾❤️ "

Let's keep spreading the word. Thank you so very much to all those who have already helped. Good luck to all.
16/10/2025

Let's keep spreading the word. Thank you so very much to all those who have already helped. Good luck to all.

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