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 (click on each)

• Association of Pet Loss and Bereavement
• Cornell University Pet Loss Support
• Empty Leash
• International Pet Loss Support Page
  
• Center for Loss and Life Transition
• Life Transitions Center (local)

Pet Bereavement Counseling

• If you are overwhelmed with the loss of your beloved pet, we encourage you to call Michelle Pawkett, MA, LMHC, a licensed mental health counselor specializing in grief, loss, pet bereavement, depression and anxiety at 716-218-8638 or 347-693-1890.
• For more information click here Pawkett Whole Mental Health Counseling