Coping With the Loss of Your Pet
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Read This Comforting Passage During the Time of Grief
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water, and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who have been ill or old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; his eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling to each other in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together.
- Unknown Author

We Can Help You With Grief Support
Pets are the embodiment of unconditional love. When those loving eyes stop waiting at home for your return, the grief you experience is unimaginable. Use the following resources to learn the various ways in which you can cope with your grief from the loss of a loved pet.
- ASPCA pet loss information and resources
- University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine C.A.R.E helpline
- Ten tips on coping with pet loss
- Mourning the loss of your companion
Valley Pet Aftercare Services is here to help you cope with your loss. Contact us today to discuss your pet aftercare needs.
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