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Sit, Lay, Rest is a podcast dedicated to pet loss. Through intimate conversations, we create space for the quiet moments - the missing morning walk companion, the empty food bowl you can't bring yourself to put away, the profound silence in a once-bustling home. Here, every bond is honored and every story treated with the reverence it deserves. Join our compassionate community as we navigate the journey of pet loss together.
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Welcome back to Sit, Lay, Rest. In this episode, host Liz speaks with Lauren about the tender, often solitary path of grieving a beloved pet. Lauren shares her experience of loving and losing her dogs, Alfie and Squishy, and how this heartbreak led her unexpectedly toward healing with the help of flower essences and herbalism. Together, Liz and Lauren discuss how pet loss often leaves us with little room or language to process our emotions—and how finding support in the non-human world, from ...
In this heartfelt episode of Sit, Lay, Rest, guest E.B. Bartels—author of "Good Grief"—opens up about the complexities of losing treasured animal companions. Drawing from her own experiences of pet loss starting at a young age, E.B. shares how these moments shaped her curiosity about grief rituals around animals and inspired her to research how people from various backgrounds mourn their pets. Listeners are guided through stories of personal essays, family rituals, and cultural practices surr...
Welcome back to Sit, Lay, Rest! In today’s episode, hosts Ashley and Liz sit down with Dylan for a deeply personal conversation about navigating the highs and lows of life with a beloved dog. Dylan shares the unforgettable story of Lia, his Siberian husky and constant companion through college, career changes, and cross-country moves. From classic tales of puppy mischief—like Lia’s incredible ability to chew through and get stuck inside a couch—to moments of loyalty and love, we’re treated to...
In this heartfelt episode of Sit, Lay, Rest, hosts Liz Egler and Ashley Infantino sit down with Sarah to hear the deeply personal story of her English bulldog, Ramsey. Sarah opens up about her unconventional journey into pet parenthood—growing up with family members afraid of dogs, unexpectedly choosing a bulldog puppy, and how Ramsey quickly became a cherished part of her family. Sarah shares the unique ways Ramsey helped her through life’s transitions—from office culture transformation to ...
In this heartwarming episode of Sit, Lay, Rest, host Elizabeth Polizzo and guest host, CJ Infantino, welcome Deb to share her journey shaped by the dogs she’s loved—and lost. Debra reminisces about her beloved golden retriever, Wesley, recounting their adventures in Boulder, Colorado, and the indelible bond they shared. She speaks candidly about Wesley’s playful quirks—like his obsession with rocks and tennis balls—and the heartbreak of navigating his illness and saying goodbye through home e...
This episode is four of five from the series that inspired Sit, Lay Rest as part of The Day After podcast. In this heartfelt episode, we delve into the emotional journey of Dana, who shares her experiences of dealing with the grief of losing her beloved dog, Smitty, to heart disease. Throughout the conversation, hosts CJ Infantino and Ashley Infantino explore the profound impact of pet loss and the often underappreciated depth of mourning that accompanies it. Dana opens up about the challenge...
In this episode, hosts Liz Egler and Ashley Infantino welcome guest Shannon, who shares her heartfelt journey of love, loss, and healing through the bond she formed with her pets. Shannon reminisces about her dream of having a dog and how her beloved canine companion, Martin Francis, became a pivotal force in her life, ultimately saving her during a time of crisis. She narrates her experiences with Martin and other pets, including her transition to caring for cats and her continued work foste...
In this episode of Sit, Lay, Rest, hosts Liz Egler and Ashley Infantino engage in a heartfelt conversation with guest Kristin and her German Shepherd, Ginger. Kristin shares the emotional journey of choosing Ginger, the ups and downs of pet ownership, and the eventual heart-wrenching decision of saying goodbye to a beloved pet. The conversation touches on themes of loyalty, companionship, and the unique bond between humans and their canine friends. Listeners are introduced to Ginger's persona...
This episode is three of five from the series that inspired Sit, Lay Rest as part of The Day After podcast. In this episode, CJ & Elizabeth delve deep with Nicole as she shares the complex and heartbreaking experience of losing her cherished companion, Roger. Through raw and vulnerable storytelling, Nicole shares the heart-wrenching moments leading up to Roger's passing due to heart disease, highlighting her feelings of guilt, shame, and overwhelming sadness. The episode captures Nicole's...
This episode is two of five from the series that inspired Sit, Lay Rest as part of The Day After podcast. In this episode, we welcome Kristina to share her touching journey of love, loss, and new beginnings with her canine companions. Losing Wilson, a cherished 17-year-old shih tzu mix, was a painful experience for Kristina, leading her down a path of deep reflection and mourning. She discusses the tough decisions around doggy hospice care and the emotional process of coping with Wilson's pas...
This episode is one of five from the series that inspired Sit, Lay Rest. In this moving episode, we are joined by guest Ashley W. who shares her heartfelt journey of grief following the loss of her beloved dog, Simba. This episode marks the beginning of a month-long series dedicated to exploring pet grief, a topic often overlooked and minimized in society. Throughout the episode, Ashley discusses the complex emotions surrounding euthanasia, the loneliness of grieving a pet, and the soc...
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