Losing a beloved pet either through illness, accident, or old age can be a devastating event for the entire family. Here are tips for dealing with a pet loss.
Pet loss can invoke the same feelings as losing a loved one. The stages of grief (guilt, denial, anger, and depression) can overtake you and leave you in an emotional state of angst. At the same time, the grieving process is necessary in order to be able to get passed the pain.Â
• The first thing you have to remember is that it is okay to grieve. Tune out those who offer little comfort. Don’t try to hide or ignore how you feel; grieving is a natural process and a necessary one.Â
