National Grief Awareness Week: Don’t Be Ashamed To Grieve After Losing a Pet

National grief awareness week
Today is the first day of National Grief Awareness Week so we’re going to talk about the grief you may feel when losing a pet. Your pet was likely a big part of your life and family and how you feel about losing them is nothing to be ashamed or embarrassed about. National Grief Awareness
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Things You Shouldn’t Say to Someone Who Has Lost a Pet

What shouldn't you say to someone who has lost a pet
The saddest part of owning a pet is saying goodbye. The grieving process is painful and it can be hard to express to others how you are feeling, particularly if they are not pet owners. We know not everyone understands but these are the things you should never say to someone who has lost a
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Pet Bereavement Gift Ideas

Sometimes it can be hard to know what to say to a friend or family member who has suffered a loss. Often, we turn to cards or gifts to show our sympathy and it’s becoming more common to do this for pet loss. After all, they are a member of the family. We’ve put together
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What is the Rainbow Bridge?

What is the Rainbow Bridge for pet bereavement
If you own a pet you are probably familiar with the concept of the Rainbow Bridge. But where did the idea come from and why do some pet lovers find it so comforting following a loss? To mark Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day, which is celebrated on 28th August each year, we’re going to take a
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Losing a Beloved Animal During the COVID-19 Pandemic with Pet Bereavement Counsellor Lisa Howe

Guest post by Lisa Howe RVN, A1, Cert. Pet Bereavement (BC) Losing a beloved animal at any time can be traumatic and distressing, but these feelings along with helplessness and isolation can be heightened, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. I am seeing an increasing number of clients struggling at this difficult time and wanted to
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What To Do When Your Cat Dies

What should you do when your cat dies
Be wary of anyone who says ‘it’s just a cat’ because all cat owners know that this is not true. In fact, for most of us losing a feline friend is just as devastating as losing any other member of our family. Whether it’s the first cat you have lost or they are joining others
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