Pet-Grief Group

“If having a soul means being able to feel love, loyalty and gratitude, then animals are better off than a lot of humans.” ~James Herriot (1916-1995)

It’s hard to lose a pet that you have come to love. Our pets are a part of the family and when they die, it hurts deeply.

Coping with the loss of a pet The bonds we share with our pet are sometimes more enduring than friendships with people. For many the death of a pet is a very difficult process. Have you lost a pet recently? Are you hurt deeply by the death of your pet? Do you have the support you need?

Pet-Grief Group at Loma Linda University Medical Center Grief specialists provides insights and support for grieving people with pet loss Gives adults tools to help their children with pet loss Find ways of coping and closure through pet grief

What to Expect? Explanations of how grief affects us Made up short videos, worksheets and take home writing assignments Offers opportunity to share, discuss with others and ask questions

You are not alone in your pain and grief!

Join the Pet-Grief Group and find support and healing!