Reasons Why It May Hurt So Much When A Pet Dies:

• Your pet is a source of unconditional love 
• A pet becomes a part of who you are
• Many times places, feelings, thoughts and events are associated with your pet
• Your pet did things just for you and you did things just for your pet
• Each of you gave the other a great deal of emotional support
• Losing your pet is like losing a part of yourself

Grief Tools on the Web

• Association of Pet Loss and Bereavement
• AVMA Care For Animals
• Cornell University Pet Loss Support
• Delta Society
  
• Empty Leash
• International Pet Loss Support Page
  
• University of California Davis