More Than Pets Club
A virtual membership supporting people and the animals they love through all seasons of life.
Are you ready to welcome more ease, trust, understanding, self-compassion, and magic into your relationship with your animal companion(s)?
Enrollment is now closed as I make some changes to the club. Please join my mailing list if you’d like to receive updates.
“More Than Pets was an awesome experience! If you love your pets and are wanting more connection with them as well as an intimate group to share in your pet parent joys and struggles, I'd encourage you to join.” — More Than Pets program participant Jess J. (pictured), person to Silvie and Bub (pictured)
Sharing your life with an animal can be wonderful—but it isn’t always easy.
And it makes sense if you feel like you’re not doing enough for them or worried you’re doing something wrong. There are a lot of “shoulds” out there when it comes to how you raise and care for your animal companions.
But the truth is, there is no one right way of doing things, and you probably don’t need to be doing a whole lot more for them.
You might just need to offer yourself a bit more grace and compassion as a caretaker.
And you might need a little support from others who get it.
You’re not meant to do it alone.
That’s where More Than Pets Club comes in. It can help you move from feeling alone and worried to feeling more resourced, supported, and confident in your relationship with your animal companion(s).
It’s a monthly membership designed to help you:
Strengthen your emotional bond
Cultivate a deeper sense of trust and safety with each other
Explore and nurture your intuition and spiritual connection
Better understand each other’s perspective through animal communication
Support your well-being through energy work
Gain skills and resources for navigating transitions and difficulties together
Talk about your ups and downs with others who get it
And develop a network of community care and support
This is a pretty unique membership in that it offers support for both your animal companion and you as a pet parent and caregiver. It goes beyond the scope of what vets and trainers typically do and helps you communicate with your animal companion(s) and nurture the emotional and spiritual aspects of your relationship.
To learn more about our guiding principles, you can read the More Than Pets Club Ethos here.
“I was blown away by Twiggy's excitement on the morning of each session, and her eagerness to participate and show up for them!” —More Than Pets program participant Susan E., person to Twiggy (both pictured)
For $39 per month, your More Than Pets Club membership includes:
A live 60-minute Group Relaxation and Connection Session each month (will be recorded)
You and your animal companions can unwind and receive spiritual and nervous system nourishment together through remote Reiki. You’ll also have the option to participate in a simple, short guided connection exercise.A live 90-minute Community Communication Gathering each month (will not be recorded)
You and your animal companions can share what’s in your hearts and minds and receive witness, input, and/or communication support around whatever comes up.
Access to an ever-growing digital library of audio exercises, learning materials, and other magical and practical resources you can weave into your lives
Ongoing members-only discounts on private sessions, animal communication classes, and other offerings
Free entrance to my pet loss and anticipatory grief support groups
All group sessions will take place over Zoom, and the days and times will vary each month. You’ll get a monthly email with info about discount codes, resources, and upcoming event dates. You’ll also get reminders on the day of each session.
You can read more detailed session descriptions, as well as what to expect and how to prepare right here.
Ready to join More Than Pets Club?
Enrollment is now closed as I make some changes to the club. Please join my mailing list if you’d like to receive updates.
Meet your guide and founder (me!)
me and lucy
I’m Olivia LaBarre (she/her/they/them): A professional animal communicator, Reiki practitioner, pet loss grief worker, writer, editor, artist, and person to dogs Lucy and Milo.
As you’ve probably figured out by now, I believe our animal companions are so much more than pets. And I believe we share a spiritual connection that, when we cultivate it, can help us go to depths beyond our wildest imagination. Once we open up to this possibility, our relationships can transform, and we can reach new levels of mutual understanding, healing, and support—something that we can explore even after they cross the rainbow bridge.
I created the first More Than Pets offering in 2021 as a four-week program to help people and their animal companions explore and nurture their relationships in a supportive community setting. But each time I ran it, the participants said they wished it was much longer—and I agreed. So I set to work turning the beloved program into an ongoing membership, and More Than Pets Club was born.
You can read more about my background here and my ethics here.
Me and milo
Wondering what it’s like to work with me?
Here’s what some previous More Than Pets program participants have to say…
“My pup Merlin is afraid of everything and everyone. But as he felt more heard, he opened up more. I felt that our bond became stronger and it helped him break out of his shell with the world. We learned to create certain boundaries and really open communication with each other…. We appreciate everything you have taught us.”
“I've learned to trust myself when it comes to communicating with my cat Patches. The program gave me great tools on how to strengthen my connection with her, and it's helped so much!” —Jen L., person to Patches (both pictured)
“I understand my cat Riddler more than I did before [More Than Pets]! He’s more relatable. He lets me know what his needs are.”
“I came into More Than Pets really excited and curious! I never imagined how much my communication with my pets (and animals in general!) would grow!” —Jess J. (pictured), person to Bub (pictured) and Silvie the cat
Have more questions? Try browsing the faqs:
What if I can’t make all of the group sessions?
That’s okay! I invite you to view them as resources that are there when you need them and not another thing you have to stress about fitting into your schedule. I'll record the Group Relaxation and Connection Sessions so you’ll be able to benefit from them even if you can’t make them live. However, to respect the privacy of our members, I won’t record the Community Communication Gatherings.
Do you offer a Facebook group or another type of social media experience with the membership?
Not at this time. I figure we all have enough social platforms to keep track of, and I didn’t want to add another into the mix. But I’ll consider adding one if I get enough requests from members.
I have more than one animal companion. Is that okay?
Certainly. The more the merrier. You can explore your relationship with each of them.
Can I benefit from this if I’ve already had private sessions with you?
Definitely. I’ve found that our animal companions always have more to tell us and teach us. Plus, you’ll benefit from the magic that can happen when you gather together with others.
Will you communicate with my animal companions during the group sessions?
Yes, I can communicate with them during our Community Communication Gatherings—but only with your consent.
Will we be learning animal communication?
This membership focuses on nurturing your relationship with your animal companions and getting support as a pet parent. Exploring communication with them is part of it, and you’ll be able to access educational resources in the library, but I will not solely be focusing on animal communication instruction. If you’re interested in that, I suggest you take my Everyday Animal Communication Course (More Than Pets Club members get a discount).
Can I benefit from this if I’ve already taken animal communication classes?
Yes, especially if you’re wanting to learn more about understanding your own animal companion.
How do I know if More Than Pets Club is right for me?
I think the best way to find out is just try it out for a month or two. You can cancel any time if you don't feel it's the right fit.
Above all, I’d advise you to follow your intuition or gut feeling. If you feel like you’re meant to be here then that’s usually a sign that you are. But it also depends on what you’re looking for and if you feel good about working with me. I invite you to read this full page and check out the rest of my website, and reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns.
Will this solve all of my problems with my animal companion(s)?
I can't promise you that. But all of my participants so far have said that it has helped them and their animal companions understand each other better and feel closer.
Is this a substitute for vet care or training?
No. This membership is meant to complement vet care and training but not replace it.
How will I be charged?
You’ll automatically be charged monthly on the same card you signed up with until you cancel. Your billing date will be determined by the date you sign up. So if you sign up on May 9, you’ll automatically be charged on the 9th of each month. You’ll get a reminder email a week before your renewal date. The email will also give you an option to cancel through a link.
Will you ever raise my membership fee?
No. Your monthly rate won’t change—even if I raise it for new members in the future. There is one exception: If you cancel and re-join, you’ll have to sign up at the current rate.
What's your refund policy?
There are no refunds for monthly membership fees that you’ve already paid. However, you’re welcome to cancel your membership at any time, and you will no longer be charged from that point forward.
How can I cancel my membership?
You may cancel your membership at any time by emailing info@olivialabarre.com.
lucy would love for you to join us!