"Grief is the obverse of happiness. They are two sides of a single coin, and only the
vulnerable know either."--Irving Townsend
.....The Loss of a Pet.....
OF COURSE YOU CAN CRY
When you lose your best friend, the one you could always count on to be there when
you were down, the one who warmed you, played with your and made you laugh no
matter how bad you felt, then of course you can cry.
Your other friends may not understand how painful it is for you to lose your pet, but
only you know how strong the bond was between you. No one else has the right to
judge your sorrow.
Some of the people you know will understand your feelings because they have pets
of their own that they love. If they're willing to listen, tell them about your pet-the good
times, the bad times and the way it ended. Talking about your loss will help you feel
better.
In recognition of the loving bond you shared with your pet, you might also make a
memorial donation in his or her memory to a humane organization or animal care
control agency. Your generosity will help protect unwanted, abandoned and abused
dogs and cats.
People use ceremonies to mark important passages in their lives. One way to
recognize your pet's death is to hold a memorial service. You may do this alone,
standing in the woods or by your pet's favorite creek or pond. Bring a cherished
photograph to symbolize you pet. Say a prayer or read a poem that expresses your
feelings. Leave flowers, dog biscuits or kitty treats as a parting gift of remembrance.
Let yourself feel the pain and the loss and appreciate all the years you had together.
And remember, of course you can cry.
American Humane Association
63 Iverness Dr. E.
Englewood, CO 80112-5117
©2001 Northwoods Humane Society
vulnerable know either."--Irving Townsend
.....The Loss of a Pet.....
OF COURSE YOU CAN CRY
When you lose your best friend, the one you could always count on to be there when
you were down, the one who warmed you, played with your and made you laugh no
matter how bad you felt, then of course you can cry.
Your other friends may not understand how painful it is for you to lose your pet, but
only you know how strong the bond was between you. No one else has the right to
judge your sorrow.
Some of the people you know will understand your feelings because they have pets
of their own that they love. If they're willing to listen, tell them about your pet-the good
times, the bad times and the way it ended. Talking about your loss will help you feel
better.
In recognition of the loving bond you shared with your pet, you might also make a
memorial donation in his or her memory to a humane organization or animal care
control agency. Your generosity will help protect unwanted, abandoned and abused
dogs and cats.
People use ceremonies to mark important passages in their lives. One way to
recognize your pet's death is to hold a memorial service. You may do this alone,
standing in the woods or by your pet's favorite creek or pond. Bring a cherished
photograph to symbolize you pet. Say a prayer or read a poem that expresses your
feelings. Leave flowers, dog biscuits or kitty treats as a parting gift of remembrance.
Let yourself feel the pain and the loss and appreciate all the years you had together.
And remember, of course you can cry.
American Humane Association
63 Iverness Dr. E.
Englewood, CO 80112-5117
©2001 Northwoods Humane Society
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