We know the loss and grief that comes with losing a pet through the loss of clients’ and friends’ pets as well as our own. We have put together some resources that may be helpful.
Support Groups
Day by Day Pet Support - Weekly online support chatroom, every Sunday evening.
The Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement - Every other week online support chatroom, every other Thursday evening.
Everlife Memorials - Nationwide Pet Loss Support Group Listing.
Ways to Memorialize Your Pet:
Resources to Help Children
Websites:
Helping Children Cope by Moira Anderson Allen M.E.d
Grief Healing - Marty Tousley, RN, MS, FT, DCC (Distance Credentialed Counselor). The site offers a wide variety of grief healing related articles, a blog, discussion group and healing courses, including support for children
Colorado State University Argus Institute: Helping Children Deal with Pet Loss- This link covers how different age groups deal with death.
Chance’s Spot: Pet Loss and Grief Support including support for children
RainbowBridge.com Grief Support Center: Children and Pet Loss
Ohio State University Article - Helping Children Cope with the Serious Illness or Death of a Companion Animal
Activities & Ideas on How to Memorialize their Pet
Psychology Today: Six Family Friendly Ways to Help Kids Grieve After Pet Loss
Kidlutions: Remembering a Beloved Pet - Memorial worksheet to do with children.
Resources to Help Other Pets
Humans are not the only ones who grieve. Animals grieve the loss of a companion and may experience depression just like people do. You may notice changes in their normal habits. The following links can help understand your pet’s grief and give suggestions on how to support them through this difficult time.