Why Do Pets Matter? Hosted by Debra Hamilton, Esq.

1. Episode · Sep 17, 2026

   Hope vs. Certainty: Why Pet Disputes Don't Belong in Court (opens the original)

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   From Courtroom to Conversation: What Mediation Gives Pet Owners That Judges Cannot /When Conflict Meets Compassion: Mediation, Pets, and the Power of Being Heard When Your Pet Is in the Middle: Mediation, Conflict, and the Bond That Changes EverythingPets are crucial for our development as people. They teach us compassion, caregiving, and responsibility. They make us want to build better lives—for them and for ourselves. They teach us about companionship and what it truly means to be a good stew

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2. Episode · Sep 10, 2026

   When Love Isn't Enough: Navigating Difficult Pet Behavior Without Judgment - Interview with Valerie Bogie (opens the original)

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   Valerie Bogie, an animal behaviorist and veterinary social worker, joins host Debra Hamilton to explore the realities of living with pets whose behavior doesn't match expectations. Valerie explains how mismatches between what pet owners hoped for and the pet they actually have can trigger a real sense of grief, and walks through how she helps families navigate everything from simple management fixes to harder conversations about rehoming or euthanasia when a pet's suffering or safety risk become

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