Pet Loss
Losing a pet is losing a family member. Research shows that for some the loss can be deeper than losing a parent or human family member. And society does not support or have rituals to aid the grieving in the same way we do for human losses. However, it is important to grieve, to honor their lives and be gentle with ourselves. These resources may assist.
A powerful video about the bond between a dog and his human from the dog’s perspective, as the dog nears its own death (7:46)
Ending your pets life was the right decision, so why do you feel so guilty?
Dr. Karen Fine, April 2, 2023, The New York Times
