The following is a list of resources which may prove helpful to those who are faced with the loss of a pet. Our sincere best wishes during this most difficult time...
International Association of Pet Cemeteries The IAPC serves the needs of the general public and the pet aftercare industry. You may contact the I.A.P.C. for information on pet cemeteries in your area. PO Box 163, Ellenburg Depot, NY 12935 (518) 594-3000
The American Veterinary Association The American Veterinary Association web site has a listing of further resources in the Pet Care section of it’s web site at http://www.avma.org/
A.P.L.B. The Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement. PO Box 106, Brooklyn, NY 11230 (718) 382-0690
by Moira Anderson. 2nd Ed. Lovland Co., Alpine Publications 1996
Pet loss: A Thoughtful Guide for Adults and Children by Herbert Nieberg, Ph.D. New York, Harper & Row 1996
The Loss of a Pet by Wallace Sife, Ph.D. rev. ed. NY Howell Book House 1998
Loving and Losing a Pet: A Psychologist and a Veterinarian Share Their Wisdom by Michael Stern and Susan Cropper Northvale, NJ Jason Aronson, Inc. 1998
The Animal Love & Loss Network A private non-profit organization, providing online support with 3 weekly free online chats. Also provide education with newsletters, bibliography and awareness pages.
Animals at Heart Organization On Site Support Services: Bi-weekly support group meetings on the first and third Wednesday of every month, starting at 6pm (851 N. Market St. Jacksonville, Fl. 32202) Euthanization Support available upon request.
Online Support: Pet Loss Chats online every Friday from 7pm to 10pm; Pet Loss Forum online available 24/7
Arizona - Companion Animal Association of Arizona, Inc. The Pet Grief Support Service (PGSS) Support Group for Grieving Animal Lovers meets on the first Saturday of every month from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. in Conference Room 1 at Hospice of the Valley, The Pet Grief Support Group offers a safe, confidential, structured place where animal lovers bound by the experience of loss can come together on a regular basis to share their stories, get their concerns and feelings validated, learn more about normal grief and the mourning process, express and work through their feelings, and reflect on the meaning of it all.
CO- Englewood - Veterinary Referral Center of Colorado The Animal Care Foundation runs a pet loss group at the Veterinary Referral Center of Colorado. The group is free of charge and is held every second and fourth Monday of the month from 6-7:30pm
Address: 3550 South Jason St., Englewood, CO 80110-3491 Phone: (303) 874-7387,ext. 7312 E-mail: serkfitz@yahoo.com
California - Pet Loss Support Group The group meets the first Saturday of each month at the San Diego Humane Society at 10AM. Moderated by Lorri Green Ph.D. who is a licensed psychologist in the state of California. Dr. Green is the author of the first self help book on the subject of pet loss, ?aying Good-Bye to the Pet You Love?
IN - Pet Loss Grief Support Group A free self- help support group. The primary purpose of the Pet Loss Grief Support Group is to provide a means of communication with others who are experiencing grief over the loss of a pet. A phone support system is available for people to use in between meetings or for those who do not wish to attend meetings but do feel the need to talk with someone who understands. There is no charge to attend meetings or receive newsletters. The group meets monthly at a local library.
KY Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist & AAMFT Approved Supervisor Kevin Rutter, MS, LMFT - Specializing in grief and pet loss.Other specialties include: compulsive behaviors such a pornography addiction, adolescent behaviors, ADHD, depression, managing relational conflict, premarital preparation, and Christian based therapy.
Bld 200 Suite 15 7000 Houston Road Florence, KY 41042
Facilitated by Bonnie Wheeler who is a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor. The group meets the first Tuesday of every month at the Michigan State University Small Animal clinic on MSU’s campus
NC- Asheville - Pet Loss Support Group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Asheville. It is for anyone who has either lost a pet or is anticipating the death of their animal companion.
Address: Unitarian Universalist Church of Asheville, One Edwin Place, Asheville, NC 28801 Phone: (828) 254-6001
NY - Albany - The Community Hospice of Albany Pet Bereavement Support Services Groups are held the 3rd Thursday of each month and are free of charge
S.A.P.P.Y. Pet Loss/Grief Support Group of San Antonio. The group consists of three support group facilitators. Please call (210) 216-0920 or e-mail jwiley@satx.rr.comfor location information The group is named for Wiley’s 14-year-old longhaired Chihuahua, Sappy, who passed away on August 4, 2003. The group also hosts an Annual Christmas Pet Candlelight and Remembrance Gathering in honor of pets.
WA- Seattle - The Humane Society for Seattle/King County, Pet Loss Support Group Every Saturday, 10: AM through 12: PM There is no pre-registration or fee to attend.
Address: 13212 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA 98005-4408 Phone: 425-641-0800 E-mail: humane@seattlehumane.org
