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.
Healing in the Grief Portal: Lauren’s Journey with Alfie, Squishy, and Plant Allies | Sit, Lay, Rest
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 ...
20 Nov 2025
Good Grief: Understanding How We Heal After Losing Beloved Pets | Sit, Lay, Rest
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...
30 Oct 2025
Men Cry Too: Dylan's Story of Loving and Losing His Beloved Lia | Sit, Lay, Rest
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...
14 Aug 2025
Sarah & Ramsey
15 May 2025
Golden Memories, New Beginnings: Deb, Wes, and the Call to Rescue in Dharamsala
Debra shares golden memories of her beloved golden retriever Wesley and recounts their adventures in Boulder, Colorado, in an interview with Elizabeth Polizzo and CJ Infantino.
24 Apr 2025
The Reality of Pet Grief: Dana and Smitty's Story
Dana recounts her emotional journey of coping with the grief of losing her dog Smitty to heart disease, as hosts CJ Infantino and Ashley Infantino explore the profound impact of pet loss in this interview.
24 Apr 2025
Remembering Wilson: Kristina's Journey from Loss to Loving Goose
Kristina recounts her emotional journey through loss after her 17-year-old Shih Tzu mix, Wilson, passes away and how she copes with grief, eventually opening her heart to a new dog, Goose, in this interview.
24 Apr 2025
How Ginger Chose Her Human: A Tale of Love and Loyalty with Kristin
Kristin recounts her emotional journey of choosing her German Shepherd, Ginger, and the profound bond they shared with hosts Liz Egler and Ashley Infantino in this interview.
24 Apr 2025
Healing Through Pet Loss: Nicole's Journey with Roger and Beyond
Nicole recounts her emotional journey of losing her beloved dog Roger to heart disease, revealing feelings of guilt and sadness in an interview with CJ and Elizabeth.
24 Apr 2025
The Life-Saving Bond: Shannon's Journey with Martin Francis & Friends
Guest Shannon recounts her transformative journey of healing and love through the profound bonds she shares with her pets, including Martin Francis, in an interview with hosts Liz Egler and Ashley Infantino.
24 Apr 2025
Beyond Goodbye: Exploring Pet Loss & Recovery with Ashley
Ashley W. recounts her personal experience with pet loss and recovery after the death of her dog, Simba, in an interview about the complex emotions surrounding pet grief.
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