Pet Death Therapy Blog
Blog posts with information on how to cope with pet death. The heartbreak of saying goodbye can leave a void that feels impossible to fill. I understand the unique and profound grief that accompanies the loss of a pet, having suffered it myself.
Coping with Cat Bereavement
The bond between a cat and their owner is truly special. Cats often find their humans forming a unique bond with them. The heartbreak of saying goodbye is immensely painful. As a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist, I’ve seen firsthand the profound impact that the loss of a beloved cat can have on individuals and families. It is a grief I have experienced and live with myself after losing my beloved cat Binx last year. The grief experienced after the death of a cat is real and valid and it deserves the same attention and care as any other type of bereavement. This is where pet grief therapy can make all the difference. Understanding Cat Bereavement Grieving the loss of your
Coping with Dog Bereavement
The bond between a dog and their owner is truly special. Dogs become faithful companions, trusted confidantes and members of the family. The heartbreak of saying goodbye is immensely painful. As a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist, I’ve seen firsthand the profound impact that the loss of a beloved dog can have on individuals and families. The grief experienced after the death of a pet is real and valid and it deserves the same attention and care as any other type of bereavement. This is where pet grief therapy can make all the difference. Understanding Dog Bereavement Grieving the loss of a dog involves a wide range of emotions, including sadness, anger and guilt. The intensity of these emotions can vary,
Pet Grief from a Psychotherapist
Last year I lost my cat Binx. He was my great love and I miss him more than I can ever express. Recently, I lost more of my gorgeous animals and it has been heartbreaking. Life with animals can be great but it can also bring tremendous loss. Losing an animal is deeply painful and can be as traumatic as losing a human. Unfortunately, society doesn’t always allow us the space to grieve or process our pet grief. Many of us hide our pain and heartache, making it much harder to deal with. Many of us feel lonely in our loss. In fact, dealing with pet grief was the main reason I became a psychotherapist. When my beloved dog died after 15 years together,
