The Decision of Letting Your Pet Rest in Peace

The Decision of Letting Your Pet Rest in Peace

Many think of bereavement begins after loss. For many, however, grief can begin much earlier. Often, it begins the day you realize that your pet is approaching the end of its life — even though the final loss of that pet may still be many months distant....
How to Deal with Children During the Passing of a Pet

How to Deal with Children During the Passing of a Pet

by Laurel Lagoni, M.S. A pet’s death is often your child’s first experience with loss and feelings of grief. The experience of pet loss presents an opportunity for you to teach your children to grieve in an emotionally healthy way, free of shame or embarrassment. You...