"I recently had a session with Jennifer Baker to help with some deep grief from the recent loss of my sweet dog, Tanner, and a previous loss that I did not grieve of another pup. I chose to have an at home session to acquaint Jenn with the home and outdoor settings that my dogs were so familiar with. She listened to me and we talked about the memories and deep sadness I felt. I felt I was heard and that someone "got" how I felt for so long so I could begin to move along in a healthy way with my grief. She suggested a very thorough individualized self care plan which I have been doing and my grief has been transforming into loving memories. For so long I had felt helpless with these emotions, but felt understood and cared for by Jenn. The services she offers is wonderful to help any pet owner of any kind of pet to come to terms with our personal grief and understand where we are at in our grief process. Thank You Jennifer!!!! ~ Bev Edwards ~
What Does an Animal Chaplain Do?
An animal chaplain offers compassionate support for people and animals during life's important moments, including:
• Pet loss and grief
• Caregiver self-care practices
• End-of-life decisions
• Healing & Transitions
• Blessings and ceremonies
• Compassion Fatigue
• Deepening & strengthening bonds
• Veterinarian support
• Shelter & Rescue support
• Customized support
If you’re seeking a deeper connection with your companion animal or exploring questions about animals, spirituality, and meaning, I offer compassionate support grounded in your personal values and beliefs.
Through meaningful rituals, memorials, spiritual conversations, prayer, or healing practices, I help honor the human-animal bond through every stage—from deepening connection to navigating grief and saying goodbye. Together, we can create supportive practices that empower you to nurture your animal companion’s quality of life and cherish the bond you share.
About Jennifer...
The heart behind Paws for Compassion
I believe the relationships we share with animals have the power to change us.
They teach us about love, presence, resilience, joy, grief, and what it means to care deeply for another living being.
Although my path has taken many forms—leading, creating, writing, building businesses, and fostering community—the common thread has always been people. I've spent much of my life creating spaces where others feel welcomed, supported, and connected.
Over time, my love for animals and my desire to support people came together in a way that felt like a calling. I became an Ordained Interspecies and Interspiritual Animal Chaplain through Compassion Consortium, where I continue to serve as the Director of Engagement.
Today, I bring those experiences together through Paws for Compassion, supporting the people who love, care for, and serve animals—from companion animal families and those navigating grief or end-of-life decisions to veterinary professionals, rescue workers, shelter teams, and caregivers.
My work is grounded in presence, compassion, hope, and respect for the unique bond each person shares with animals.
Let's Connect
Whether you have a question, are looking for support, or simply want to say hello, I'd love to hear from you.
I don't believe you have to have all the answers—or even know exactly what you need. Sometimes we simply need someone to walk beside us.
That's what I'm here to do.