If you’ve ever experienced the death of a pet, you probably can understand the sadness of Kirby Brandhagen, Cavalier, N.D., when he lost his cat. Kirby has contributed a number of his poems to ...

A poem about dog loss can offer comfort, honour cherished memories, and help you navigate the grief of losing a beloved canine companion. Losing a dog is a heart-wrenching experience, one that often ...

DEAR ANNIE: Several dear friends have had to put down beloved pets, and I was wondering if you could print the beautiful poem about the Rainbow Bridge? It helped me so much when I lost my beautiful ...

On World Pet Memorial Day, Mike Palmer from PR Pet Supply discussed coping with pet loss, emphasizing the availability of support groups and literature to aid healing. Books like "Tales from Beyond ...

This story was first published Oct. 31, 2023. I knew the day was coming. Still, there was no way to fully prepare. My family first noticed our 15-year-old Yorkie, Gigi, had trouble breathing in late ...

These feelings are natural after a special pet has died. Like any grief experience, the uniqueness of each person’s relationship will impact their sense of loss. Our grief is shaped by factors such as ...

The depth of our grief when a pet dies can be astonishing. It's common to rely on our pets for more than just companionship and to find in a relationship with a pet what we most need. It’s natural to ...

Losing a pet is the first time many children encounter death. The experience can become an opportunity for profound emotional learning and influence how young people understand and process grief when ...