Pet Loss
Grieving the Loss of a Pet: How to Cope with Losing your Dog or Cat
Grieving a pet is a journey unique to every heart. The love shared remains, woven into memories that never fade. Take comfort in knowing that their paw prints are forever imprinted on your soul, a love that never truly says goodbye.
February 4, 2025
Pet Loss
Did I Put My Pet to Sleep Too Soon?
Euthanasia is never easy, but love means choosing peace over pain. Your pet knew they were cherished. Hold onto the joy you shared, find comfort in their memory, and trust that you gave them a beautiful, loving farewell.
February 3, 2025
Pet Loss
Companioning a Grieving Pet Parent: What to Say and What to Avoid
Losing a pet is heartbreaking. This guide offers thoughtful ways to comfort a grieving pet parent—what to say, what to avoid, and meaningful ways to help. Your compassion and support can make a profound difference in their healing journey.
February 3, 2025
Pet Loss
What to Say to Someone Whose Pet Dies: A Guide to Offering Comfort and Support
Losing a pet is an incredibly painful experience, as they are more than just animals—they are family, companions, and sources of unconditional love. When someone you care about is grieving a pet’s loss, finding the right words can feel overwhelming. The key is to acknowledge their pain, validate their grief, and offer heartfelt support. Beyond words, offering practical support—like helping with daily tasks or memorializing their pet—can make a lasting impact. Your presence, empathy, and understanding can be a source of solace during their time of mourning.
February 3, 2025
Pet Loss
Pet Loss: Finding Comfort in Quotes, Poems, Prayers, and Songs
When words fail, quotes, poems, prayers, and songs about pet loss can offer solace and validation. They express the profound love, grief, and hope for healing that pet owners experience.
February 1, 2025
Pet Loss
Understanding The Death of a Pet: Before, During, and After
Just as the beginning of life and birth story is unique to each individual, so is the journey at the end of life. The progression, transition, and accompanying signs often vary.
October 9, 2023
Pet Loss
Dealing with The Grief of Pet Loss
Grief is an important and emotionally healthy part of processing loss. Learn more about what it means to grieve well for your pet, and access resources we’ve collected to help support you.
September 5, 2023
Pet Loss
Help: It’s time to euthanize but my family is in denial
Hopefully given a bit of time and some extra information, your family is able to understand your position.
July 17, 2023
Pet Loss
Grief in Pets: How to Help a Surviving Pet Cope With Loss
When one pet passes away, the remaining pets may experience feelings of grief and loss. Here are some tips on how to support a pet that is grieving
June 22, 2023
Pet Loss
Navigating Anticipatory Grief
Explore how to recognize anticipatory grief, develop coping strategies, prepare for the loss of a pet, and the importance of taking time to grieve and honor the enduring bonds shared with our pets.
June 11, 2023
Pet Loss
Pet Loss Support: What Pet Parents Need To Know
For many of us, pets are more than just companions; they’re family. We can share intense human-animal bonds with our pets. So naturally when we lose a beloved pet, we can experience deep grief.
April 30, 2023
Pet Loss
How to help children grieve the loss of a pet
Children react differently to the passing of a pet according to their developmental stage. Here's all you need to know to support your kids at every stage of life
April 17, 2023
Pet Loss