YFD 256: "Paw Prints in the Stars" with Warren Hanson

Grief is, unfortunately, an inevitable part of life. For many of us, our first real experience of grief and loss comes with the passing of a beloved pet. As children, it can be hard to understand exactly what's happened and why our furry friend is never coming back. Moved by the story of a tragic accident, author and illustrator Warren Hanson set out to try and give comfort to children experiencing grief. His books "The Next Place," and "Paw Prints in the Stars" provide a gentle guide to coping with the sadness of death, and the celebration of the love that remains. Join us today for a discussion of grief and loss, and a special storytime (tissues recommended!). For show notes and more, please go to Your Family Dog .

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YFD 256: "Paw Prints in the Stars" with Warren Hanson is an episode from Your Family Dog Podcast by Julie Fudge Smith and Tina Spring.

This episode is 61:05 long.

This episode was published on Jan 27, 2026.

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