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💖Compassionate Care & Wholehearted Connections

💔1:1 Pet Loss Grief Coaching❤️‍🩹
🐈Cat Companion Visits ~ select SE YYC communities
📲[email protected]
🖥pawandsoul.ca

11/05/2024

November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month

So many pets are desperately in need of loving homes, and senior pets often face the toughest challenges in finding their forever families. It’s heartbreaking to think of these wise and gentle souls waiting for someone to share their lives with.

If you are looking to add a companion animal to your family, please consider a senior. They deserve to live in comfort and surround by love in their final years 💗
Paw and Soul
Cat Companion Visits🐈
Book a Meet & Greet Today at [email protected]
www.pawandsoul.ca

11/04/2024

Have you recently faced the loss of your special animal companion? Are you struggling with understanding the grief this loss has created? Do you feel alone with no one to support you in a way that feels compassionate and safe to you?

If you see yourself in these questions, you might greatly benefit from working with a pet loss grief coach.

A pet loss grief coach is someone who understands the complexity of grief and specializes in the often underestimated struggle of grieving an animal companion.

If you are curious about what working through your grief could look like, reach out through pawandsoul.ca or email Rochelle at [email protected] to book your Free 15-minute Grief consultation.

You don't have to grieve alone
Paw and Soul
Pet Loss Grief Coaching
Reach out for support at: [email protected]
pawandsoul.ca

11/01/2024

10/31/2024

🎃👻 Happy Halloween 💀🤡

Halloween can be a super fun time for humans. However, for most animals, including cats, the disturbance of trick-or-treaters coming and going can be very scary! 🫣

Please place your cats in a safe closed space (bedroom/bathroom), during the hours you plan on handing out candy. The door opening and closing, as well as all the extra noise, can cause an animal to bolt out of the door🚪🥺

Candy 🍭🍬 isn't for animals! So be very cautious about placing your treats in an animal-safe place. You don't want any sick fur babies.

Have fun 🍭and be safe 🚧 this Halloween 🎃
Paw and Soul
Cat Companion Visits🐈
Book a Meet & Greet Today at [email protected]
www.pawandsoul.ca

10/30/2024

Did you know?

Black cats are NOT bad luck

The black fur in cats is an early colour mutation originating in wild cats. Black fur has been affiliated with a "friendlier" personality in cats.

Historically in many countries around the world, black cats crossing your path was considered good luck. The
"friendly" personality may be why a black cat crossing your path was considered good luck.

Over the centuries cats were regarded as gods, and in places like Japan in the 10th century, only noble families were granted the privilege of "keeping a cat".

Sadly in about the 17th century, cats were demonized and closely tied to witchcraft and devils. It was believed that witches would turn into black cats and stalk the streets. Bringing on the thought that black cats crossing your path is bad luck. An unfair reputation that is still held by some to this day.

A black cat can hide in the shadows and dark of night easily, so obviously an easy mark to create a scary myth. A myth that probably stems from fear and a misunderstanding of the intuition and connection cats have to the world around them.

Halloween is of course a great time to connect a myth like this to. People love a little scare even in a cute and cuddly form.

In reality, no cat is bad luck, black or any other colour. They all have their own distinct personalities. Whether they are sassy, sweet, timid or tough, they all deserve to be loved and protected.

Paw and Soul
Cat Companion Visits
Book a Meet & Greet Today at [email protected]
www.pawandsoul.ca

10/29/2024

Happy National Cat Day!

October 29 serves as an important annual reminder of the countless cats in need of caring and nurturing homes. Let's use this day to promote responsible cat ownership and advocate for the well-being of cats everywhere. National Cat Day was created in 2005 by Colleen Paige, an animal welfare advocate, to celebrate the wonderful bond between humans and cats.

This is a great day to research animal rescues both big and small that are doing the incredibly hard and crucial work of saving, caring and advocating for the well-being of cats and all animals that have been let down by other humans.

10/28/2024

Fall has arrived and so has your vacation planning. And of course, that includes your cat family’s care while you’re away.

Be sure you connect early to get your dates secured!

Reach out today to book a Meet & Greet and to reserve your dates 📆 [email protected]

🗺️Serving these SE areas:
Auburn Bay
Copperfield
Cranston
Douglasdale
Douglasglen
Mahogany
McKenzie Towne
McKenzie Lake
New Brighton
Rangeview
Seton

Paw and Soul
Cat Companion Visits🐈
Book a Meet & Greet Today at [email protected]
www.pawandsoul.ca

10/27/2024

Dia de los Mu***os for animals, celebrated on October 27, honors beloved pets and wildlife that have passed away. This heartfelt occasion mirrors the traditional Día de los Mu***os customs but focuses on the special bond between humans and animals.

Families create altars, known as ofrendas, adorned with photos of their deceased animal companion(s), along with their favorite toys, treats, and flowers like marigolds, which symbolize the connection to the spirit world. This day encourages reflection, storytelling, and sharing memories of the animals that enriched our lives.

Ceremonies may include lighting candles, playing music, and even organizing pet parades, fostering a sense of community among animal lovers. It’s a day to celebrate their lives, express gratitude for their companionship, and find comfort in the shared experiences of loss.

A beautiful tradition to honour the importance of animals in our lives 🧡

10/25/2024

💭” Why did the ❄️ have to come back again 😔…..”

10/24/2024

Yup, this is a thing!

😠You're angry at yourself for not doing “enough”.

😠You're angry at your belief system for taking your animal companion from you.

😠You're angry because no one close to you seems to care.

😠You're angry at your pet when they left you when you need them so bad.

These feelings are commonly expressed by a griever and can often be suppressed or hidden from others as we don't want to be judged as too much.

Allow yourself to have these emotions, but find safe strategies and environments to release the anger.

✅Talk out your feelings with a safe person.

✅Journal about how and who you are angry with (you can destroy this after if you wish)

✅Scream into a pillow

✅Punch a punching bag or a soft surface

Please know, this is a very normal part of grief and part of your grief journey will be to fully feel it to heal it.
Paw and Soul
Pet Loss Grief Coaching
Reach out for support at: [email protected]
pawandsoul.ca

10/23/2024

Did you know?

Cat Fur Facts - Part 8

Cats come in various fur lengths and long fur lengths are very common. These cats are commonly referred to as Domestic Long Hair (DLH). This term does not refer to a specific breed of animal, but rather describes the length of fur and encompasses all types of shapes, sizes, colours, and markings.

A Domestic Long Hair (DLH) cat has fur lengths ranging from 1.5 to 6 inches. Areas like their ears and toes will most likely be longer, as well as around the neck giving them a mane. DLH cats have soft, fluffy fur and most long-haired cats have an undercoat.

Long hair is considered higher maintenance when it comes to grooming. With up to 4x the fur of a DSH, there is a much higher risk of mats or knots developing throughout their body. For this reason, they require a thorough brushing at least 5 times a week, but preferably daily to make sure they don't suffer with mating or tangles. Regular brushing will also lower the chance of hairball issues in your feline friend, which is also a higher risk in DLH cats.

If you have mild cat allergies a DLH can still become your animal companion, but educating yourself in how to minimize dander issues in your home will be essential to your success. Spending time with some DLH cats to see how you react could be beneficial before you add one to your family. I highly recommend fostering for a reputable rescue as a way to discover the extent of your allergies, and it helps cats in need at the same time!

More to come in future Cat Fur Facts posts.

Paw and Soul
Cat Companion Visits
Book a Meet & Greet Today at [email protected]
www.pawandsoul.ca

10/21/2024

“I'm struggling with the choices I made when my animal companion died”

This struggle is real for so many people!

We will all face different circumstances around how our beloved fur baby dies. But, many will experience the replay of moments during their beloved last days, weeks, months or even life, that they are struggling with.

Our dear animal companions rely on us to provide them with the best possible experiences in life. Sometimes we think we didn't get things right. We choose something then after we wish we could change our decision. We wonder if that choice is what led to the devastating end of our animal companion's life.

Blame, guilt, and regret….can all be a terrible struggle to face when we are grieving our beloved companion.

If this is you and you're looking for someone to listen and walk with you through these struggles, I am here for you.

Paw and Soul
Pet Loss Grief Coaching
Reach out for support at: [email protected]
pawandsoul.ca

10/18/2024

He got some skills 😹

10/17/2024

Grief is a rollercoaster of emotions and reactions. It could be one of the feelings mentioned above or something completely different.

They come and go. Or come and stay for a while.

What feelings have you been experiencing today?

Please share in the comments below so we can support you in your grief.
Paw and Soul
Pet Loss Grief Coaching
Reach out for support at: [email protected]
pawandsoul.ca

10/16/2024

Today is National Feral Cat Day🐈🐈‍⬛

There is a crisis in the animal rescue world, leading to an increase in the number of roaming, stray, and feral cats year after year. It’s estimated that Canada has between 1.5 to 4.1 feral cats.

Cats can become strays for a variety of reasons, such as getting lost or being abandoned by their owners. Another common scenario is when they are born to stray parents. In both cases these cats have minimal interaction with humans and are at a high risk of becoming fearful and aggressive towards humans, eventually becoming feral.

Feral cats often live in colonies of mostly unspayed and unneutered cats. Each female has the potential of birthing up to 180 cats in her lifetime, at 5 litters per year and 4 kittens on average per litter.

Keeping feral cat numbers as low as possible is important for multiple reasons. A feral cat is at higher risk of premature death due to exposure to disease, parasites and injuries. TNR (trap-neuter-release) is an important initiative that many rescue or animal welfare organizations are trying to provide to their communities. Spaying and neutering cats is the primary way to limit feral cat numbers.

Feral cats tend to be challenging when it comes to finding appropriate living situations for them. But, it is possible to socialize some feral cats and find them loving homes where they become affectionate, loving companions.

For those who just want to live outdoors free of human contact, it's important to have a human willing to provide a safe place with shelter, food, water and veterinarian care when necessary.

Please support your local rescues to help provide feral cats with the support they need to thrive. And of course, spay and neuter your cats to be part of the solution.

Paw and Soul
Cat Companion Visits
Book a Meet & Greet Today at [email protected]
www.pawandsoul.ca

10/15/2024

People rush to get rid of grief because they see it as hanging onto loss. But grief is really hanging onto love- which is why you always feel it.

~ Riri

10/14/2024

🍂🍁🧡May you always be filled with gratitude and love for the life you live and those you share it with, today and every day. 🧡🍁🍂

10/11/2024

“I fit just fine, what are you talking about?” 😹

10/10/2024

Shock, denial, numbness….. these are very common responses to have when you are in grief, and especially in early grief.

Your beloved animal companion has passed away and you just can't grasp the reality of the finality of their death.

How can this possibly be true? How can they really be gone and I’ll never see them again?…..ever!?

Our brain knows how to work at protecting us. These feelings at any time in grief surface to allow you to process what is or has happened at the sp*ed you can handle.

You may go in and out of shock, denial or numbness. Try not to judge these shifts as abnormal. Everyone goes through their own journey and these are completely normal parts of grief.
Paw and Soul
Pet Loss Grief Coaching
Reach out for support at: [email protected]
pawandsoul.ca

10/09/2024

Did you know?

Cat Mouth Facts - Part 8

Those kitty chompers come in handy in many situations. It could be for catching and chewing up their meal or scratching that itch and other grooming.

But, did you know your domesticated feline friends could survive just fine without teeth?

Whether they lose one tooth or their entire mouth full of them, they can adapt quite nicely. They might lean more toward eating wet food without teeth but those finicky kibble-only eating kitties will also continue to thrive.

More to come in future Cat Mouth Facts posts.

Paw and Soul
Cat Companion Visits
Book a Meet & Greet Today at [email protected]
www.pawandsoul.ca

10/08/2024

I hide my tears when I say your name,
but the pain in my heart is stil the same.

Although I smile and seem carefree,
there's no one who misses you more than me.

Quote credit to the creator

10/07/2024

📣Paw and Soul Announcement🗣

I am delighted to share with you all a new service I am offering.

💖Pet Loss Grief Coaching

I am now offering Pet Loss Grief Coaching sessions to support other pet guardian grievers. The pain of losing your beloved animal companion is excruciating and too often we don't have an understanding or supportive community to help us navigate this terribly painful terrain of grief and mourning.

I want people to feel and to know their pet loss grief matters. I will provide a safe, open heart for folks to share and navigate their pet loss grief with. In one-on-one Zoom sessions, I will walk with you through your grief, and give your pet loss story the space it deserves to be heard and honoured. I will guide you with tools and strategies so you can find a way to live with the loving memory of your special animal instead of overwhelming pain.

Through an especially difficult grieving and anticipatory grieving period in my life, I came to realize how important it is to grieve fully. Isolating and suppressing our grief only makes it wait for us. Only recently along with struggling through anticipatory grief of my Trinny, I allowed myself to fully feel and process the traumatic loss of our dog Phoenix, 16 years ago. A huge weight has been lifted and the pain of grieving her has become so much lighter to hold. I want others to feel supported enough to shift their grief in a similar way, from pain to never ending love.

No matter the animal, cat, dog, guinea pig, rabbit, reptile, cow, pig, horse or any other animal you love, your love matters and your grief matters.

Whether you're preparing for the loss of a cherished animal companion, currently mourning a recent loss, or have been coping with the absence of a beloved pet for many years, seeking grief support could be a valuable next step in your grieving journey. I look forward to walking with you on your journey to more love than pain.

Paw and Soul
Pet Loss Grief Coaching
[email protected]
pawandsoul.ca

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“I fit just fine, what are you talking about?” 😹 #pawandsoul #pawandsoulyyc #gingercatlove #sillykitty #seniorcat

📣Paw and Soul Announcement🗣 I am delighted to share with you all a new service I am offering. 💖Pet Loss Grief Coaching I am now offering Pet Loss Grief Coaching sessions to support other pet guardian grievers. The pain of losing your beloved animal companion is excruciating and too often we don't have an understanding or supportive community to help us navigate this terribly painful terrain of grief and mourning. I want people to feel and to know their pet loss grief matters. I will provide a safe, open heart for folks to share and navigate their pet loss grief with. In one-on-one Zoom sessions, I will walk with you through your grief, and give your pet loss story the space it deserves to be heard and honoured. I will guide you with tools and strategies so you can find a way to live with the loving memory of your special animal instead of overwhelming pain. Through an especially difficult grieving and anticipatory grieving period in my life, I came to realize how important it is to grieve fully. Isolating and suppressing our grief only makes it wait for us. Only recently along with struggling through anticipatory grief of my Trinny, I allowed myself to fully feel and process the traumatic loss of our dog Phoenix, 16 years ago. A huge weight has been lifted and the pain of grieving her has become so much lighter to hold. I want others to feel supported enough to shift their grief in a similar way, from pain to never ending love. No matter the animal, cat, dog, guinea pig, rabbit, reptile, cow, pig, horse or any other animal you love, your love matters and your grief matters. Whether you're preparing for the loss of a cherished animal companion, currently mourning a recent loss, or have been coping with the absence of a beloved pet for many years, seeking grief support could be a valuable next step in your grieving journey. I look forward to walking with you on your journey to more love than pain. Paw and Soul Pet Loss Grief Coaching rochelle@pa

“Sometimes I really enjoy this…..” ~ Ollie #pawandsoul #pawandsoulyyc #gingercatlove #gingercats #gingerkitty #happycat

“Don’t worry, I’ll get this!” 😹 #pawandsoul #pawandsoulyyc #happycat #playtime #playfulkitty #gingercatlove #gingercats

Life is good! 😻 #pawandsoul #pawandsoulyyc #gingercatlove #lifeisgood #cats

When you’ve been patient long enough and you take things into your own paws 😹 #pawandsoul #pawandsoulyyc #gingercats #seniorcats #cattreat #sharingiscaring

Such an affectionate boy💗 #pawandsoul #pawandsoulyyc #gingerkittylove #seniorcatlove #purrmachine #yyccats

The care I provide for my clients is centred around cats, but I also have a great love for all other animals. Today I want to honour my friend’s beautiful boy I have had the joy of spending a lot of time with. Bug is the sweetest boy, always soaking up all the love and treats 😊, and being an amazing brother to his canine sister, feline sister and 2 feline brothers. I see the immense amount of love his human mom and dad have for him and my heart breaks for them to be facing the devastating unexpected passing of their beautiful boy. His absence will be greatly felt. I will also miss seeing his sweet face and being greeted with happy whimpers. Please join me in sending loving thoughts to this incredible family in their time of sorrow 💔❤️‍🩹😢 Love you Bug 💓 thank you for being my friend 💝 #petlossgrief #griefsucks #petlossgriefmatters #supportfriendsingrief

The toy you choose yourself is always the best toy 😹 #pawandsoul #pawandsoulyyc #cattoy #yyccats #gingercat #gingercatlove

Treat time 😋 #pawandsoul #pawandsoulyyc #tuxedocat #cattreats #catsofig

If you’re a cat person, you know how special you feel when a cat greets you with so much love. It is always a pleasure to spend time with this sweet boy, thank you for making me feel loved Ollie💝😻 #pawandsoul #pawandsoulyyc #catlove #notjustajob #gingercat #gingercatlove

The best biscuit maker 😻 #pawandsoul #pawandsoulyyc #JasperPurr #makinbiscuits #happycat #yyccat

I love seeing senior kitties have their spunk kick in and enjoy some playtime. They might not be able to keep up with the youngins’ but they can enjoy a burst as much as the next kitty. #pawandsoul #pawandsoulyyc #seniorcat #seniorcatsplaytime #seniorcatlove