An award-winning book on coping with the loss of an animal companion

Pet bereavement pioneer Dr. Wallace Sife presents a completely revised edition of his celebrated classic, The Loss of a Pet, offering solace to the millions of pet owners who must cope with the loss of a beloved animal. Interweaving illuminating insights, practical advice, and profiles of people who have dealt with the passing of their own pets, Dr. Sife helps readers find strength during the painful process of saying goodbye to their pet and finding closure. New and expanded coverage includes discussions of spiritual dimensions of grieving, how to find a counselor, and how to memorialize a pet.

Wallace Sife, PhD (Brooklyn, NY), is an internationally renowned pet bereavement counselor. The first edition of The Loss of a Pet received the prestigious Maxwell Award.

Understanding helps heal the hurt when you lose a pet

A cherished pet gives you boundless, unconditional love and occupies a special place in your routine, your home, and your heart. When your pet dies, that warm, special place becomes a sad, empty space. This book helps you understand: The grieving process, including typical stages of grief and techniques for coping Grieving for a missing pet, one you had to give up because of a change in life situation, and other difficult circumstances Children and the death of a pet Euthanasia, including important considerations Religion and the death of a pet, with articles by various religious leaders Aftercare facilities, including an extensive index of pet cemeteries, crematories, and memorial gardens

The Loss of a Pet, Third Edition has new expanded information, is filled with practical suggestions, resources, and most importantly, compassion and understanding. This important book helps you cope and reassures you that you are not alone.