In other articles, I’ve talked about the most painful decision a pet owner ever has to face — the decision about whether, or when, to euthanize a pet. But the...
“It was the most tragic, traumatic, and emotionally devastating experience I had ever been through. I didn’t know what to do. I cried day and night.” (Dorothy R., Alabama) “I...
Anyone who considers a pet a beloved friend, companion, or family member knows the intense pain that accompanies the loss of that friend. Following are some tips on coping with...
Do Animals Have Souls, a Spirit? We at Dogs Have Souls Too – The Spirit of Miss Sarah say, unequivocally, YES! If we did not believe this Miss Sarah’s story...
These are the books I consider to be the most helpful for anyone going through the terrible grief of losing a beloved pet. Clicking on any book’s cover links you...
In my article on guilt, I talked about the importance of focusing on positive memories of your pet. Remembering the good times that you shared with that pet can help...
When your pet dies, how soon should you get a new one?Until recently, the standard answer has been “right away!” That may not always be the best advice, however: Obtaining...
Grief support writing: how to write and share your story of pet loss The Power of Writing to Heal the Pain“One of the best salves for healing the pain and...
GRIEVING THE LOSS OF A PETGrief is the normal response to any important loss in life. It occurs regardless of whether death followed a prolonged illness, or a sudden accident....
Many think of bereavement as beginning after loss. For many, however, grief can begin much earlier. Often, it begins the day you realize that your pet is approaching the end...
Sooner or later, any discussion of pet loss comes around to this question. You may have asked it yourself — or, perhaps, you may have wondered how to answer when...
Whenever one considers the painful choice of euthanasia, one is always advised to take the pet’s “quality of life” into account. But what is “quality of life”? How can you...
Guilt. It’s a word that can invoke in us the deepest, most terrible feelings of loss, horror, anger, and helplessness. Why did I do what I did? Why couldn’t I...
