Pet Loss & Grief Support
“Grief is so painfully real, regardless of its origin. The love of, and attachment to, an animal friend can equal that of human relationships. Likewise, the loss of an animal can be just as devastating.”
– Rev. Joel L. Morgan
We understand that the loss of a pet is very difficult, and that they are a part of our family. The love they provide us is unconditional and they will forever live in our hearts. We sit with you in your pain. Please know that we are here should you need us and help with referrals to grief counsellors should the grief be too much. All of the emotions you are feeling, although difficult, are completely normal.
- Remember to be kind to yourself, grieving is emotionally, physically and mentally fatiguing
- Give yourself the time and space to grieve
- Try to minimize contact with those whom you know will not understand your loss and grieving process
- Surround yourself with supportive people; talk about the loss of your pet to those you know, and trust will understand
- Try talking to a trained grief counsellor
- Try to surround yourself with supportive and understanding hearts
- If you are a writer, it can be helpful to journal or write letters to your pet
- If you are a reader, there are many books on pet loss that can offer comfort when we are grieving
- Continue to remember and memorialize your pet, by viewing photos/videos, reminiscing with friends/family or taking a walk through your favourite park
- Create artwork
- Join a pet loss support group
We understand that the loss of a pet is very difficult, and that they are a part of our family. The love they provide us is unconditional and they will forever live in our hearts. We sit with you in your pain. Please know that we are here should you need us and help with referrals to grief counsellors should the grief be too much. All of the emotions you are feeling, although difficult, are completely normal.
- Remember to be kind to yourself, grieving is emotionally, physically and mentally fatiguing
- Give yourself the time and space to grieve
- Try to minimize contact with those whom you know will not understand your loss and grieving process
- Surround yourself with supportive people; talk about the loss of your pet to those you know, and trust will understand
- Try talking to a trained grief counsellor
- Try to surround yourself with supportive and understanding hearts
- If you are a writer, it can be helpful to journal or write letters to your pet
- If you are a reader, there are many books on pet loss that can offer comfort when we are grieving
- Continue to remember and memorialize your pet, by viewing photos/videos, reminiscing with friends/family or taking a walk through your favourite park
- Create artwork
- Join a pet loss support group
We invite you to send us a photo and/or a written memorial to be posted on our memorial page.
Please contact us via email, phone or text if you would like more information