Welcome to Joey Leslie Honouring Pets, where we understand the profound impact of pet loss.

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Honour Your Pet with Support

I provide compassionate support and information for individuals and families navigating the journey of pet loss with their beloved pets through all life phases.

Working with a community that understands the emot

Honour Your Pet with Support

I provide compassionate support and information for individuals and families navigating the journey of pet loss with their beloved pets through all life phases.

Working with a community that understands the emot

About Joey Leslie Companion Animal Support

Values

As a companion animal support practitioner, I am guided by our core values of compassion, integrity, and social justice. I believe in treating each person and every member of a Veterinary Team with empathy and respect, especially during times of pet loss. Upholding the highest ethical standards and working towards the best possible communication is essential in these sensitive moments.

Veterinary Social Work

What is a Veterinary Social Worker?

A veterinary social worker walks alongside families and their animals with compassion, helping them navigate the emotions, uncertainties, and tender moments that arise in veterinary care. They also care for the veterinary team, offering grounding support during difficult conversations, holding space after hard cases, and helping protect the team’s emotional well‑being so they can continue doing their meaningful work with clarity, connection, and heart.

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Expertise

As a companion animal advocate and pet parent, I understand the journey with our beloved animal companions, particularly during times of pet loss. I have worked in the Veterinary Medical world, having been in a Vet clinic supporting clients through difficult times and decisions regarding their pets. I specialize in areas such as grief, pet loss, memorialization, anticipatory grief, communication strategies, trauma, mental health, and family dynamics as they relate to our pets and their lives. I use evidence-based practices to help people navigate through these challenges.

I hold a Master's of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies, a Bachelor of Social Work, and am certified with the International Association for Animal Hospice & Palliative Care (IAAHPC).

Community

I am proud to be a part of the pet loss and pet support community, and I am committed to giving back in meaningful ways. We participate in local events, collaborate with other organizations, and advocate for policies that honor the lives and stories of our beloved animal companions while helping those experiencing pet loss to make lasting memories. Animals are important to us and leave lasting prints on our hearts. I can help navigate the journey of pet loss, walking alongside you while honoring your relationship with your pet.

Special Bundles for Pet Parents

To help support Pet Parents at various stages of their journey

This bundle is designed for a few sessions leading up to the end of life, with the option for presence at euthanasia, allowing for several weeks of support. I understand that pet loss can be a deeply emotional experience, and the number of sessions, as well as attendance at appointments, can be customized to suit your needs. I am honored to accompany you on this journey toward making final decisions regarding your beloved animal companion. I can assist with final arrangements and attend euthanasia to provide support during this difficult time. Additionally, I offer services for memorials. My approach is rooted in compassion and empathy, as I have personally experienced pet loss, both sudden and due to illness or old age.

I have visited several aftercare service providers in the larger Edmonton area, along with two emergency vet clinics. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need guidance navigating one of the most challenging moments we face with our pets.

Services for Professional Animal Care Providers

For Veterinary Clinic teams and Aftercare Service Providers:

At Joey Leslie Honouring Pets, I am dedicated to providing high-quality, research-based workshops and CE information sessions for your teams, especially focusing on the sensitive topic of pet loss. I can assist with heartfelt communication, boundary setting, responding to passionate pet parents, self-care strategies, and mental health issues related to pet loss. I have presented information to Veterinary Medical Professionals and have appeared on television and radio. My Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies emphasized enhancing communication between team members and their clients. I am certified by the International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care (IAAHPC) as both a Veterinary Social Worker and a Certified Hospice & Palliative Care Advocate (CHPA). Additionally, I hold certification in Group Critical Incident Debriefing. Contact me to discuss your team's needs and how I can assist, particularly in navigating conversations around pet loss.

Contact Us

Better yet, see us in person!

We can book time to meet in person, whether at your home, in a public setting, or at a dog park, especially if you're navigating the challenging journey of pet loss. I offer a free initial contact session so we can see how I can best support you during this difficult time.

Joey Leslie Companion Animal Support

Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada & Greater Edmonton area

Hours

I can make special arrangements where needed and can provide virtual appointments any where. Reach out to discuss further.

I am also setting up a business phone for texting and calling, stay tuned. Thank you for your patience.

Honour Your Pet with Support

Honour Your Pet with Support