What to Expect With the Loss of a Pet
Like many people, you may consider your pets as valuable — or even more valuable — than human family members. When pets pass away, it’s common to feel as if your whole…
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How to Help Your Child Cope With the Death of a Pet
Growing up, some of my fondest memories involved the pets I loved. But alongside all the happiness they brought, there were also moments of heartbreak that taught me early lessons about loss.…
Bill at Rainbow Bridge
Bill at Rainbow Bridge was written by Dan Carrison for all who have ever been blessed by the unconditional love of a pet. It is a wonderful story about David and his…
When You Lose A Beloved Pet
by Sybil Sage
There’s no song that captures what you’re experiencing when you lose your pet, no Sinatra to croon, “One less coat to untangle, one less water bowl to fill.” You’re not sure if others have felt the same grief and you don’t know how you’ll come to grips with the pain.
Minutes after our dog died, with her lifeless body lying on an examining table, the vet asked, “What would you like to do with the remains?” Neither my husband, our son nor I knew how to answer. We shook our heads and waved off the options of keeping or scattering her ashes, returning home with an intense emptiness.
How My Pet’s Love is My Holiday Gift
Trupanion launched their “Pawliday Blog Contest” and I just couldn’t resist entering. The topic was the perfect subject for me! We hope you enjoy out contest entry, the story of how my…
A Mini-Tribute to Pets
At PetsBlogs, we love celebrating the incredible ways pets enrich our lives — from everyday moments to the quiet, often unseen ways they heal our hearts. In this touching piece, author Gary…
ZAPP Opens New Facility Hopes To Address The Horrific Pet Overpopulation In Mexico
Right now in Mexico, thousands and thousands of dogs and cats roam the streets seeking food and shelter, most dealing with serious disease, starvation, heat exhaustion and eventually, death. In the past in San Felipe, if strays were caught they were electrocuted. Now, because of ZAPP, if caught strays are euthanized, it must be by sedation.
To further address the issue, ZAPP has officially opened a new facility in Mexico that has an open door policy. Officials that used to take strays straight to their death, now drop the animals at the ZAPP door where they receive treatment and more.
Award-Winning Actress to Help Raise Money for Local Non-Profits
LOUISVILLE, KY (June 25, 2010) – Actress Diane Gaidry will make guest appearances at Pup-Corn and A Movie and at Honoring the Animals, Candlelight Vigil in September. The weekend fundraisers are presented…
Honoring the Animals Candlelight Vigil
Gail Heller is the Founder of Chance’s Spot, a nonprofit organization exclusive in its focus on pet loss and grief and compassion fatigue: the stress resulting from repeated exposure to injured and abused animals. She wrote to tell us about an event called Honoring the Animals Candlelight Vigil which will be taking place at St.
for Sophi
Years and years ago, I convinced my mom to take in a little tan Cocker Spaniel puppy that needed a good home. I did so by bringing the 6-month-old cutie right to her house. They fell in love and the rest was history. Last night, the story ended with a trip to the vet and some much needed rest for the weary companion who, though