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Bereavement - Pet Loss

A FINAL ACT OF CARING
by Mary & Herb Montgomery
The compassion that compels you to end the life of your friend is a final act of caring - a final act of love. This little book is designed to help and comfort you as you make this final decision.
ALEX & ME - HOW A SCIENTIST AND A PARROT UNCOVERED A HIDDEN WORLD OF ANIMAL INTELLIGENCE
by Irene Pepperberg
On September 6, 2007, an African Grey parrot named Alex died prematurely at age thirty-one. His last words to his owner, Irene Pepperberg, were "You be good. I love you."

What would normally be a quiet, very private event was, in Alex's case, headline news. Over the thirty years they had worked together, Alex and Irene had become famous—two pioneers who opened an unprecedented window into the hidden yet vast world of animal minds.

BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS - A GUIDE TO PRAYERS, CEREMONIES CELEBRATING PETS & OTHER CREATURES
by Diana Guerrero
These pet-related blessings and ceremonies have found favor with people of all faiths and in all walks of life... a collection of prayers, blessings and ceremonies for animals.
COLD NOSES AT THE PEARLY GATES
by Gary Kurz
If you’ve ever loved and lost a pet, or if you know someone who has shared a special bond with a furry face and a cold, wet nose, you’ll welcome this amazing book’s reassurance that love and loyalty are truly eternal, and that someday, you and your pets will be together again.
CROSSING THE RUBICON
by Julie Kaufman
A collection of stories, poems, interviews and exercises, this book is helpful to anyone coping with the loss of a dear animal friend, or who wants to help someone through their grief.
DOG HEAVEN
by Cynthia Rylant
In heaven, dogs run free in endless fields, nap on fluffy clouds, are given treats by passing angels. A gentle explanation of life after death sure to satisfy the child in each of us.
FOR EVERY DOG AN ANGEL
by Christine Davis
Are you welcoming a new puppy, celebrating the "forever" dog in your life, or saying good-bye to a beloved dog companion? Perfect for yourself, or for a friend!
FOREVER FRIENDS, RESOLVING GRIEF AFTER THE LOSS OF A BELOVED ANIMAL
by Joan Coleman
Gentle, supportive advice for the bereaved pet owner. Memorializing your pet, children and pet loss, pets and afterlife, the older pet owner and loss.
GOODBYE FRIEND - HEALING WISDOM FOR ANYONE WHO HAS EVER LOST A PET
by Gary Kowalshi
A journey of healing offering warmth, guidance, and practical advice on how to deal effectively with death by honoring your animal companion's life. A wonderful book for both adults and children!
GOODBYE MY FRIEND, GRIEVING THE DEATH OF A PET
by Mary & Herb Montgomery
Like a comforting hug from someone who understands, Good-bye My Friend is a sympathetic explanation of grief and how to cope with the loss of a pet.
GOODBYE, JAKE
by Bam Schildkraut
Goodbye, Jake is a reassuring story for children dealing with the death of a pet or anyone coping with loss.
GRIEVING THE DEATH OF A PET
by Betty Carmack
Draws on biblical wisdom, experience, and interviews with dozens of pet lovers to guide the reader through the initial loss of a pet to the dawning of new hope and reassurance.
IZZY & LENORE. TWO DOGS, AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY, AND ME
by Jon Katz
Humorous and deeply moving, Izzy & Lenore is a story of a man confronting his past, embracing the blessings of his current life, and rediscovering the meaning of friendship, family, and faith. Katz shares an uplifting tale of love, compassion, and the rich and complex relationships between dogs and their humans.
JOURNEY THROUGH PET LOSS
by Deborah Antinori
Helpful information and personal experiences regarding pet loss. Topics range from support for feelings, grief phases, methods for reminiscence and memorial tributes, to issues of illness, death and burial of a pet.
MY PERSONAL PET REMEMBRANCE JOURNAL
by Enid Traisman
A special place for you to share the feelings that have arisen since the death of a beloved pet.
PET LOSS AND CHILDREN - ESTABLISHING A HEALTHY FOUNDATION
by Cheri Ross
Explains the depth of emotion children feel for their animals and outlines a program for helping them work through loss.
PET LOSS, A THOUGHTFUL GUIDE FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN
by Herbert Nieburg & Arlene Fischer
How to cope with grief whether the end comes through old age, illness, accident, or euthanasia. Answers questions to help you express those feelings and come to terms with the loss.
PRECIOUS COMPANION: A BOOK OF COMFORT AND REMEMBRANCE AFTER THE LOSS OF A PET
by Laynee Gilbert
Every person grieves differently, and every loss is unique. Precious Companion is like a warm hug from a close friend to help you through the process.
SAYING GOOD-BYE TO THE PET YOU LOVE
by Lorri Greene & Jacquelyn Landis
Solid psychological bereavement techniques that will support you in your grieving process and help you find your own path to recovery.
THE LOSS OF A PET - 3RD EDITION
by Wallace Sife
A practical guide to dealing with pet loss, with special emphasis on helping children cope.
TRANSITIONS - PETMASSAGE ENERGY WORK FOR THE AGING & DYING DOG
by Jonathan Rudinger
This book teaches techniques that people can use to assist their dogs' end of life care. It discusses palliative Care, work by medical intuitives and animal massage practitioners.


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