Grief Support
We understand that losing a pet can be an incredibly difficult and emotional experience. This page is designed to help you through this challenging time.
National Pet Loss Support Hotlines
If you’re in need of support, consider reaching out to one of these national pet loss support hotlines. They are staffed by caring professionals who are ready to listen and provide assistance:
Online Support Groups and Chat Rooms
The Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement provides online support groups and chat rooms for pet owners grieving the loss of their beloved animals.
Individual Counseling
We recommend seeking a local grief counselor as a resource for coping with the emotions that arise from losing a beloved pet.
Recommended Books for Adults
- “When Your Pet Dies: A Guide to Mourning, Remembering and Healing” by Alan Wolfelt
- “Pet Loss: A Thoughtful Guide for Adults and Children” by Herbert Neiburg and Arlene Fischer
- “Goodbye My Friend: Grieving the Loss of a Pet” by Mary and Herb Montgomery
- “The Loss of a Pet” by Wallace Sife
- “Saying Goodbye to the Pet You Love” by Lorri Greene
- “The Grief Recovery Handbook for Pet Loss” by Russell Friedman
- “Coping With Sorrow on the Loss of Your Pet” by Moira Anderson Allen
- “Coping With the Loss of Your Pet” by Christine Lemieux
- “My Personal Pet Remembrance Journal” by Enid Samuel Traisman
- “Pet Parents: A Journey Through Unconditional Love and Grief” by Coleen Ellis
Recommended Books for Children
- “When a Pet Dies” by Fred Rogers
- “The Tenth Good Thing About Barney” by Judith Viorst
- “Dog Heaven” by Cynthia Rylant
- “Cat Heaven” by Cynthia Rylant
- “I’ll Always Love You” by Hans Wilhelm
- “Healing Your Grieving Heart for Kids” by Alan Wolfelt
- “Saying Goodbye to Lulu” by Corinne Demas
- “Goodbye Mousie” by Robbie Harris
- “The Fall of Freddie the Leaf” by Leo Buscaglia
- “”Forever Friend: A children’s guide and activity book for saying goodbye to a special dog” by Dr Mary Gardner and Coleen Ellis