Losing a pet can be extremely upsetting and hard to move beyond. We have such a close bond with our pets, so letting go is never easy. It is perfectly natural to experience sometimes profound grief over the loss of a pet. We have all been through the process ourselves and understand the emotions you feel.
Sometimes when grief seems overwhelming it is nice to know that there are resources available to help you.
A complete list of support material, grief and bereavement resources, pet loss support groups, suggested literature including helping children cope and online materials can be found through OVC Pet Trust website at www.pettrust.ca/petlossresources
Pet Loss Support www.petlosssupport.ca
Ontario Veterinary College – Pet Loss Support Hotline http://www.ovc.uoguelph.ca/petloss/ 519-824-4120 ext.53694 (Tues-Thurs 6:00pm-9:00pm)
“While one of the greatest healers is time, time only heals if you allow yourself to grieve.” – Bojena Kelmendi (quotation taken from OVC Pet Trust Pet Loss Support: A Guide for Pet Owners Coping with the Loss of a Pet)