Pets & People have put this resource together for grieving pet owners. We hope these articles and stories help you cope and heal in this difficult time. As you read these articles, please remember that you are not alone.
You may also like to read about our counsellors who are experienced, compassionate and available to help and support you when you need it most, or our recommended grief and bereavement support services to suit all budgets.
Pet Loss & Grief
- A Young Boy Grieves the Loss of His Pet Hamster
- Board game helping Children with Pet loss
- Emotional Value of Pets is Underestimated
- How do you know it is time say goodbye?
- Pet loss story – Goodbye Dear Jake
- Why are Some Causes of Grief Unacceptable to Society?
- Dogs Never Die, They are Sleeping in Your Heart
- School Mourns Beloved Alice
- Changes to the Way We View Pet Loss and Grief
- Understanding Pet Loss and Grief
- Pet Loss & Grief Support Program Offered by Animal Spirit Network
- Readers answer the question “Do animals have an after life?”
- Frequently Asked Questions About Pet Loss
- Should pets be shown that its partner pet is dead?
- What NOT to Say to Someone Who is Grieving the Loss of a Pet
- Do Dogs Show Signs of Mourning?
- Grieving the loss of a dearly loved animal friend? Pet loss counselling can help
- 5 Things This Tech Wishes You Knew Before Euthanizing
- Ask Amy: Cat Owner Regrets Euthanizing Pet
- Why do we get so grief-stricken at the loss of a pet?
Pet Loss Stories & Poetry
- We Have A Secret – A Pet Loss Poem
- A Poem for the Grieving
- I lost a treasured Friend Today – A Pet Loss Poem
- Animal Shelter Reach Out to Grieving Pet Owners
- Counsellor considers the loss of her own pet
- The Power of the Dog
- Death and Guilt
- Lessons on Living and Dying from My Canine Brothers
- The Passing of My Dog Molly
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