# Catholic Me - Do Animals Have Immortal Souls? (Traditional Catholic Teaching)

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Podcast: [Catholic Me - Mass Reflection, Spirituality & Much More](https://stenobird.com/podcast/catholic-me-mass-reflection-spirituality-much-more-7758566)
Published: 2026-07-13T09:00:00+00:00
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In this opening episode, host Mike Fitzpatrick explores the long-standing Catholic tradition, particularly St. Thomas Aquinas's teaching on animal souls versus the immortal rational soul of humans. The Church has no dogma on pets in heaven, leaving room for hope. A compassionate look at why your love for animals matters to God. Perfect for anyone grieving a pet.

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