Join us in The Furever Forest

You don't have to do this alone.

If your pet grief feels like too much to the outside world — you're in the right place.

The depth of your bond deserves to be honored.

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If your pet was more than “just a pet…”

If your pet grief feels like too much to the outside world…

If you’re longing for comfort, guidance, and a space to exhale your grief…

You’re in the right place.

This is more than a pet loss support group. Or a therapy session once a week. It’s an online sanctuary where the bond with your pet isn’t minimized  or forgotten — it’s honored.

A space where you can remember, express, create, and keep sharing about your pet furever.

What is the Furever Forest?

The Furever Forest is part pet loss support group, part online community, part resource library — think of it like a Facebook group, but without the noise of social media and specifically built for your unique pet grief journey.

Some members come for the community — the friendships, the live sessions, the shared stories. 

Others come for the library — dipping in and out of therapist-curated resources, weekly prompts, and monthly programming whenever they need it, processing at their own pace. 

There’s no pressure to post, share, or show up in any particular way. You can simply be here, exactly as you are.

For less than the cost of a therapy session, you get:

pet loss support A growing library of pet loss resources — guides, tools, and monthly programming created by a licensed therapist, available 24/7

pet loss support Weekly reflective prompts to help keep your pet’s memory alive, process your grief, and practice grief-aware self-care

pet loss support Live peer support sessions that help you feel less alone and provide that relief you’ve been searching for

pet loss support A monthly candlelit vigil to honor your pet and the depth of your bond

pet loss support A safe space to turn to and not feel judged when you’re missing your pet, months or years later

pet loss support Guest speaker events with experts in grief, mental health, and the human-animal bond

pet loss support Journaling meetups, support chat drop-ins, new friendships, and so much more

 

Kind words from our members

"The Furever Forest is a unique place and has been a total game changer in my grief journey. It’s like having your own personal guide, delivering everything you could possibly need in one place. The forest is pure love, from the people in it to the resources available. That complete sense of loss doesn’t hit in the same painful way, because you are a part of this soulful community. Joining has not just helped with my grief but my overall life as well."
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Christina P.
Honoring Buster
"The Furever Forest has been my lifeline. Whether you have just recently said goodbye or it's been years, Paige and the entire community are so supportive and responsive — it really is a community. There are wonderful resources and live sessions and events that you can choose to attend or not. I am just recently going through my loss and I mean it when I say I could not get through the minutes and days without this community. I know I have a place to go in the waves of grief and I am not alone."
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Michelle S.
Honoring Sophie
"After losing my best friend and dog, Koda, I joined The Furever Forest after trying to cope alone. The group’s outpouring of love and support was exactly what I needed. Thank you for creating this judgment-free space filled with shared stories, hugs, and continued support. I don’t know how I would be doing without our community."
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Mark F.
Honoring Koda
"The tools and coping strategies I’ve learned here have been invaluable. The Furever Forest is a perfect balance of guided discussions, meaningful activities, valuable resources and opportunities to connect with others who truly understand the grief of losing a pet. One of the standout features is the focus on building resilience and finding hope amid the sadness. It’s not just about grieving but also about finding ways to honor our beloved pets and is a safe and welcoming environment for everyone who has lost a soul pet to share their stories and emotions."
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Lisa G.
Honoring Stitches
"Paige encourages us to share not only our grief but also happy memories and reflections. Posting pictures of my beloved Luke felt like a powerful way to honor him. This community has been a significant part of my healing, and I’ve especially enjoyed the live sessions where we discuss grief and healing."
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Jennifer P.
Honoring Luke
"The Furever Forest is life-changing for me. The exercises have shifted my focus from the sadness of Maizie's illness to the joyful memories of her frisbee catching days and our time together. Your prompts have helped me pull out those cherished memories, allowing me to celebrate her essence instead of remaining numb. I truly appreciate the space you've created to remember and honor my beloved Maizie."
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Michelle D.
Honoring Maizie

Christina explains that no other pet loss group she has tried compares to the depth of support she discovered in the Furever Forest.

Michelle shares one of her most transformative moments in our community, remembering her dog in her joyful prime, instead of only during her sick days.

Hi, I'm Paige, and this my soulmate kitty, Squiggles.

pet loss support

I’m a licensed therapist based in Brooklyn, NY, and I’ve been supporting people through grief, anxiety and other difficult life transitions for over a decade.

For many animal lovers, pets are pillars of mental wellbeing. They regulate your nervous system, anchor your routine, and bring a sense of purpose and calm to your life.

So when the day comes that you inevitably have to say goodbye — what do you turn to when that one constant companion is no longer there?

That’s something I couldn’t stop thinking about after losing my cat Squiggles in 2023 — my soulmate kitty of almost 22 years. Nothing can replace the comfort of having your pet by your side. But I realized that grieving pet parents could use something more than a weekly check-in. A space that’s there when you need it — open enough to come exactly as you are, structured enough to actually help, and celebrates the deep bond you shared with your pet, furever.

So I built The Furever Forest. And hosting this community has become one of the most meaningful aspects of my work.

What you might discover inside our community:

A prompt that finally transforms your grief into gratitude

An insight that helps you release the guilt you've been carrying

A memory of your pet that brings joy and comfort instead of pain

Permission to talk about your pet as much as you want — or process privately, at your own pace

A new friend who has felt their pet's presence in the same way you have

A story to remind you, even on the hardest day, that you will get through this

Membership Options

Join us, and if it’s not the right fit within your first 7 days, reach out and you’ll receive a full refund. No questions asked.

Monthly

Join month-to-month. Stay as long as you need.
49 $
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3 Months

Somewhere to turn during the hardest months, as you adjust to your new reality. Save $18.
129 $
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A Full Year

For the long and non-linear road of pet loss. Get 3 months free.
449 $
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FAQ

  • You’ve lost a soulmate pet – one you consider like a child, a lifeline, a part of who you are.
  • You aren’t looking for anything too clinical, or prescriptive, and appreciate a space that blends creativity, reflection, and connection for healing.
  • You want support that doesn’t rush you, fix you, or ask you to move on, but helps you celebrate your pet.
  • You value gentle structure, meaningful prompts, and a supportive community of kindred spirits.
  • You are open-minded and accepting of diverse cultures, races, and spiritual belief systems and will not impose your ideas onto others.
  • If you’re looking for quick fixes for your grief or a place to “get over it as quickly as possible.”
  • You are in a crisis state after losing your pet and are looking for immediate help right now (if that is the case, please click here for additional resources)
  • You had to surrender or give away your pet (although your grief is 100% valid, our group is not intended for this kind of loss).
  • You’re on a mission to convince other people to adopt a new pet right away.

Of course. 🙂 This is a community of animal lovers. You are welcome here if your pet had scales or feathers or spines or hair or fins or any other feature.

At this time, The Furever Forest is designed specifically for those whose pet has already passed. We’ve found that it may be too triggering if you’re still in the anticipatory stage, but hope to add on an anticipatory option soon.

That said, being in the limbo state you’re in is incredibly heavy. Knowing that goodbye is approaching while still caring for your pet can stir up so many emotions: fear, guilt, helplessness, sadness. 

And of course, we absolutely want to support you when the time comes. I’d gently recommend signing up for our newsletter to stay connected—you’ll be the first to know when new resources become available, and we’ll be here to welcome you when you’re ready.

Sending you and your beloved pet so much light and love in the meantime. 🤍

If you join our community and it isn’t the right fit, let us know within 7 days to receive a full refund. 

We genuinely want our members to feel supported, seen, and at peace, because a community built on mutual trust is better for everyone. If it doesn’t feel like a right fit for you, we completely understand and there are no hard feelings at all.

Totally okay. Everyone grieves differently, and sometimes these things are too difficult to describe with words. The great thing about our community is you can go at your own pace. There’s no pressure to say anything or share before you’re ready.

And just so you know, some people in the Furever Forest community choose to quietly observe without actively posting or attending events, and still find comfort, validation, and a sense of connection. That’s always welcome, too. 

Contact me anytime at hello@paigerechtman.com. I’m happy to answer any questions you have. 

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