Pet Loss Grief

Losing your pet—your daily companion, your heart in fur—can break you. It disrupts your routine, your comfort, your peace. This wasn’t just a dog or a cat. They were your soul’s mirror. The one who saw you. Loved you. Chose you. Now they’re gone. But the world often doesn’t understand. You’re told to move on. To get another pet. Meanwhile, you’re barely functioning—exhausted, numb, hollow. You wonder: Will I ever feel whole again? Here’s the truth: You’re not broken. You’re grieving.

The loss of a beloved pet is a hugely challenging emotional journey. When grief takes hold of us, we feel a myriad of feelings, from deep sadness to anger at the unfairness of their departure. Are you struggling with the heartache and loneliness of losing a cherished pet? After leaving, they always take a piece of us with them.

A True Short Story of Healing, Grief, and the Dog Who Helped Me Find Peace This is a true story—short, but deeply personal. For over fifty years, the author lived with the quiet, enduring weight of trauma. From the hidden scars of war to the heartbreaking loss of beloved companions, grief became a constant presence. Then came Maya—a small dog with a powerful gift: the ability to sense pain, to sit with sorrow, and to offer something no human ever could… unconditional love without expectation. This is not a war memoir. This is a story about what comes after—about surviving when ...

Affirming a pet owner's struggle with grief when his or her pet dies, this book helps mourners understand why their feelings are so strong and helps them overcome the loss. Included are practical suggestions for mourning and ideas for remembering and memorializing one's pet.

In 2015, Michele and Jeff Allen started Monkey's House, a dog hospice and sanctuary. Celebrating the beauty each dog has to offer, they have welcomed over 100 hospice dogs into their home. This book highlights 37 of the dogs that have called Monkey's House home. Share in their journeys, laugh at their crazy antics, and shed a few tears while witnessing miracles of transformation. Rejoice along with these dogs, knowing they experienced the greatest gift of all, the healing power of love.

Final Journey: After the publication of "Finally Home," Buddy was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Once the unthinkable happened and Buddy's precious life was cut short, his family was left heartbroken and devastated. At the same time, in another state, poor economic conditions forced another family to give up their golden retriever. As fate would have it, his name...was Buddy. While they were mourning the loss of their beloved dog, another dog was mourning the loss of his treasured family. Brought together by misfortune, they entered each other's lives to help put back together the pieces ...

Healing Hearts: A Guide to Coping with Pet Loss tenderly navigates the depths of grief with compassion and insight for those mourning the loss of a beloved animal companion. Author Jameson Evan Salas shares his own experience, reminding us that it's normal to struggle, to ache, and to yearn for one more moment with our non-human.

Paws and Purpose: Inspiring Animal Tales of Healing and Transformation" takes readers on a heartfelt journey through stories of connection, healing, and the profound impact animals can have on our lives. Here's a glimpse into what awaits within its pages: What’s Inside: Heartwarming Stories - Be inspired by heartwarming tales of resilience, love, and the transformative power of the human-animal bond. Perspective and Insight - Gain valuable insight into the profound ways animals can teach us about ourselves, love, and the world around us. Emotional Resonance: Connect deeply with the ...

After the Rainbow Bridge is your compassionate guide to managing the tides of sorrow that follow the loss of a beloved pet. Our pets are a constant in our lives—they wait for us at home, give us comfort after a bad day at work, and snuggle close to us throughout the night as we sleep. And when we lose them, we feel their absence in every facet of our world, which makes dealing with our grief all the more overwhelming. But the special love they provided us lives on in our hearts long after they've passed.

Struggling after the loss of your pet? You may be wondering if it’s okay to feel so much grief for an animal. Alicia Smalls understands your pain. As a professional dog trainer, she came to understand the dynamic between pets and owners at a deep level. So much so, she became a grief counselor in private support groups for those who’ve suffered such a great loss.

This book speaks of the incredible love between humans and our beloved pets and is inspired by that very bond of love. It lets us know that death is not final and encourages us to look for messages from our deceased pets, which I have experienced many times. This book is important and meaningful as it reminds us to cherish our golden moments with our little ones before their journey to the afterlife." -- Helen Margaret There is an unspoken bond between humans and animals, an everlasting connection that physical death cannot destroy. I hope this book can help provide healing and inspiration ...

A poet often writes about the world around him/her or the world within. This is where the inspiration comes from, where his/her perspective and imagination are colored. When a dog or two, (or three or four), enters a poet’s life, either by choice or by accident, they tend to sneak into the poet’s poems, either as the subject or part of the landscape of the poem, like a bark in the distance or a low howl at your feet begging for a bone. For Ronald j Palmer, these are those poems. Dogged is a tender celebration of the bond between human and dog, an elegant lament to nature, time, and ...

Grieving the loss of a pet is one of the most painful experiences in life and navigating their passing is incredibly difficult. If you are looking for thoughtful advice and practical help for working through your loss, Losing A Pet was written specifically for you. You loved your furry friend and gave them a fantastic life. Whether they've passed or are suffering from illness, you're left with the hardest part: accepting it, honoring their life, and getting yourself through this.

Grace Anne Orlov died peacefully in her home on Thursday, the 7th. Her husband, John, survives her in body if not in spirit. John studied killers and death, but failed to learn how to live alone after more than forty years of marriage. Along with two daughters, a son, two grandchildren, and a stray bastard, John has a lot to figure out. What he doesn’t know might kill him.

The loss of a beloved pet can leave a profound emptiness in our hearts and homes, making it hard to find peace amidst the pain. Goodbye, Old Friend is a compassionate and insightful guide that offers solace to those grieving the loss of their furry, feathered, or finned companions. Through a blend of personal stories—including the touching journeys of Sampson, a brave rescue who found a second chance at life, and Bella, a sweet soul who brought light and love into every moment—spiritual reflections, and practical advice, this book provides a comforting roadmap to navigate the journey of...

For Those Preparing to Say Goodbye, Mourning a Beloved Pet, or Supporting a Loved One Losing a pet can feel overwhelming, and hearing "it was just a pet" only deepens the pain. Your grief is real — a natural response to the love you shared. You are not alone. Though your beloved companion is no longer by your side, their love remains a part of you. In PerPETual Love: Forever In Your Heart – A Guide Through Pet Loss Grief, certified grief educator Ann Harris offers heartfelt support, practical guidance, and comforting strategies to help you navigate pet loss.

Are you struggling to find peace after the loss of your beloved pet? Whiskers in the Wind: Embracing Life After Pet Loss is here to guide you through your grief. Written by Annalise Paige Quinn, who has personally faced the profound pain of losing her dear cat, Layla, this compassionate guide offers understanding, comfort, and practical advice to help you heal.

Every pet parent knows what it means to love a pet, and unfortunately, most of us know what it feels like to lose a pet. This experience is heartbreaking and devastating. It leaves you feeling numb, helpless, and raw. But what if your pet could live forever? Is that even possible? In this audiobook, Yes, Pets Do Go to Heaven, you will see that your pets have souls, just like you and me. Even while in the physical world, your pet’s soul is enveloped in love and affection, especially toward you. That love never ceases to exist. Your connection with your pet lasts forever.

I still remember a lot of things about my cat. He passed away two years ago.

Amazon Best-Seller in Pet Loss/Grief - First book in an Award-Winning series To lose a pet means to lose a child. The love we share with our pets never dies, and the author proves our pets do communicate with us from the other side. Rob Gutro is a medium and an author of several Amazon-best selling books about the afterlife. He explains how pets can communicate from the other side, and how energy is the basis of that communication. Learn how dogs, cats, horses and some birds have the intelligence and ability to send signs to the living after they pass. Take comfort in knowing our pets are ...