The loss of a beloved pet is often something that many pet owners struggle to process. You are not alone and we hope that we can provide you with resources that can help bring you and your family peace.
The Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine offers a wide array of pet loss support resources, like support groups, 1:1 assistance, ways to help your children process the loss of a pet and many other resources. We encourage you to explore their resources here.
It is important to remember that grieving is unique to every pet owner. There is no timeline and no typical grief process. Some people start to feel better in weeks or months. For others, the grieving process is longer. Whatever your grief experience, it is important to be patient with yourself and allow the process to unfold naturally.
Pet Loss Podcasts
The Pet Loss Companion Podcast
All there is with Anderson Cooper
Pet Loss Books
The Pet Loss Companion: Healing Advice from family therapists who lead pet loss groups by Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio & Nancy Saxton-Lopez
Children also grieve: Talking about death and healing by Linda Goldman and Jessica Kingsley
Additional Resources
Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement
Find a grief counselor in your area