Insights, Tips, and Tales for Every Pet Parent. Thoughts on healing and helping children deal with loss.
Animals in institutional and professional environments give a lot of healing benefits. They are used as service animals in high-stress work environments, service animals, and therapy animals. But what about personal pets in hospitals? I keep seeing social media posts labeled, “Should dogs be allowed to visit their owners in the hospital?” While almost everyone […]
Should Dogs Be Allowed In Hospitals? Read More »
“Get over it! It was just a dog” is one of the most dismissive, contemptuous phrases one can utter when you share your grief. I go into depth about this statement in detail.
It Was Just a Dog. Get Over It! Read More »
When a loved pet dies, many people struggle with the question, “When is the right time to get a new one?” For everyone, the answer is different. Some feel they are betraying the deceased pet when they consider getting a new one. Others feel that they need to allow a certain amount of time to
Coping with Grief: When is the Time Right to Get a New Pet After Losing One? Read More »
HOW LOSING A PET AFFECTS CHILDREN Losing a pet is painful for adults, often leaving a lasting impact. Now imagine experiencing that loss as a child—when that pet was your best friend and playmate. This may be the first devastating loss they’ve ever faced. As adults, we often become absorbed in our own grief and
Helping Children Cope with Pet Loss: A Guide to Healing & Support Read More »