Dog Loss

In this classic work of developmental psychology, renowned psychiatrist and the coauthor of the #1 New York Times bestseller What Happened to You? reveals how trauma affects children—and outlines the path to recovery How does trauma affect a child's mind—and how can that mind recover? Child...

You'll be enthralled by this story of a man and his lovable Labrador retriever, Hannah, and what their canine friendship can show us about life, grace, and long walks in the park. Hannah was Dave Burchett's best friend. He couldn't imagine starting a day without her tail wagging an energetic greeting, her body wiggling with sheer gratitude when her food dish was filled, and her unbridled enthusiasm for tennis balls.

We live in an amazing Universe. Sometimes things happen in our lives where we have no idea of just how that experience will change our lives from that moment on. Like having a dog. They give us love. We give them love. And they make us better just because we loved them. But there’s more. Lots more. Behind the outward affection and love we share with them, come lessons about love, about life and about ourselves that would not and could not have happened unless our dog was in our life. Yet there’s a surprise. It’s a message your most beloved best friend wants you to know, a message you ...

For fans of I’m Still Here and A Dog’s Purpose—this tender memoir reminds us that grief is love’s echo, and our dogs never truly leave us. What if the pain of losing your beloved dog became the very doorway to grace, healing, and a deeper kind of faith? With warmth and honesty, Suzanne shares stories that will make you laugh through tears and nod in recognition: the quiet companionship during lonely nights, the tail wags that healed heartbreak, the final goodbyes that broke her open—and ultimately, brought her closer to God. In All Dogs Go to Heaven, bestselling author Suzanne ...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER FOR FANS OF A DOG'S PURPOSE. This tenderly told story reveals a comforting narrative ... told from the point of view of a loving angel dog, who wants you to know, “I’m still here ... But I’m also there where all the animals run free, with no pain, waiting for you...

From the author of the book phenomenon The Invisible String comes a moving companion title about coping with grief when a pet dies. "When our pets aren't with us anymore, an Invisible Leash connects our hearts to each other. Forever." That's what Zack's friend Emily tells him after his dog dies...

BEST-SELLING BOOK ON PET LOSS AND GRIEF You wake up to silence, reminding you of the absence of paws padding softly across the floor. The toys remain untouched, collecting dust like the memories of joyful moments spent in each other’s company. Every corner of your home reminds you of the laughter and love shared, yet the void left is unmistakable as if a piece of your heart had been pulled away. Grieving the loss of a pet is a complicated journey that leaves many navigating a sea of emotions. It’s a struggle where sadness can often feel overwhelming, yet it’s also an opportunity to ...

From the moment pets come into our lives, we know the day will arrive when we have to say farewell. Still, we are never emotionally prepared for the last adieu. In Goodbye, Friend, Gary Kowalski takes you on a journey of healing, offering warmth and sound advice on how to cope with the death of your pet.

From best-selling Kindle Singles author Mishka Shubaly comes Cold Turkey, a step by step roadmap for approaching the harrowing first month of sobriety. Himself 10 years sober, Shubaly addresses the slippery nature of alcoholism, and the messy, anxiety-ridden process of making the decision to stop drinking once and for all.

Always Here — When a Dog Dies is a deeply empathetic guide for navigating the raw, unsteady days after losing your four-legged companion. Losing a dog breaks more than your heart. It unsettles your body, your routines, your very sense of home. This isn’t “just another pet loss book.” It is a quiet space to remember the bond you shared with the dog who steadied you through life’s storms, and whose absence now leaves a silence that feels too big to bear. And here’s a perspective that helps explain the depth of this grief: the average U.S. marriage lasts eight years. A medium-sized...

While grief is a normal, healthy response to losing a beloved pet, it is important to work through its various stages and eventually find a way to move forward. Understanding the depth of your bond and learning to celebrate rather than mourn your years together helps memorialize your pet. It also equips you with perspective and the capacity to love again. This book is your compassionate and comforting guide throughout the healing process—an understanding companion as you explore the depths of your grief. The journey to peace and recovery starts here.

Heaven Has a Dog Door: A Dog’s Quest to Solve the Greatest Mystery is a timeless and uplifting journey into the bond we share with our dogs. Narrated by Shiloh, a wise Chocolate Labrador Retriever and self-proclaimed Canine Philosopher, this beautifully written book explores what happens when our four-legged friends leave us, and what they teach us about joy, loyalty, and living fully in the present. Blending heartfelt storytelling, gentle humor, and classic reflections, Shiloh invites readers to walk beside her as she gathers stories, clues, and lessons about life, and the light that ...

Do they tell you, “It was just a pet,” when your heart knows it was family? Are you struggling to find your footing in a world that feels so much emptier? Do you wish someone truly understood the depth of your grief—and could guide you through it? When a beloved animal companion leaves this world, the silence they leave behind can be deafening. When Paws Part is the compassionate, practical, and deeply validating guide for pet guardians navigating the unique heartbreak of animal loss. Written with warmth and understanding by Grace Hartwood, this book acknowledges what others often ...

What if your pet was more than “just an animal”—what if they were your best friend, your secret-keeper, your safe place? How do you keep going when the house feels too quiet, the bed too empty, and the ache too big? And what if grieving them doesn’t look the way anyone else expects? Losing a pet hits differently when you’re a teen. It’s not just about missing a furry (or feathered, or scaly) friend—it’s about losing the one who loved you unconditionally through school stress, friendship drama, family struggles, and everything in between. That bond was real, and so is the ...

Healing After Goodbye is a gentle, practical companion for anyone grieving the loss of a beloved pet. If your home feels too quiet, your heart feels heavy, and your mind won’t stop replaying the “what ifs,” this book helps you understand what you’re experiencing and gives you clear steps to feel steady again. Written with a warm, holistic approach, this guide blends emotional support with mind-body tools—so you’re not only reading about grief, you’re learning how to carry it day by day. Inside you’ll find: The First 72 Hours Survival Plan to get through shock, waves of ...

Losing a beloved pet can be devastating. We feel heartbroken, and miss our pet so very much. Do you feel down and depressed over the loss of your beloved pet? A cat or perhaps a dog? You cannot stop crying and thinking of them? It hurts very much, right? How do we ease the pain and process our grief? Memories can be so painful, but what do we do with their things?

Designed to comfort and offer a gentle path through mourning, The Staggering Loss of Your Dog explores effective coping mechanisms and emotional support methods that provide solace in the healing journey.

Grandfather had been gone for two years but I never thought it would be an ordinary day he’d come back, like a Monday or a Tuesday… I always knew he’d return across the water, triumphing over a few monsters on the way, I just didn’t know when… When Azi’s grandfather leaves their...

Rusty isn’t anyone’s hero. At least, he doesn’t think so. He runs a used bookstore in a quiet Alaskan town, walks his dog, and keeps mostly to himself. But when his memory begins to fade, the life he’s built starts to shift beneath his feet. He forgets appointments. Then names. Then things he was sure he’d never lose. Except his dog. Goober stays. Through the confusion. Through the silences. Through the end. And maybe, somehow… beyond it. The Two Dogs Who Stayed is a quiet, powerful novel about the souls we overlook, the memories we carry, and the rare companions who refuse to ...

Good Dog offers memorable, beautifully written stories of dog ownership, companionship, friendship, and kinship. From the troublemakers who can't be fenced in to the lifelong companions who won't leave our sides, this poignant anthology showcases man's best friend through all of his most endearing--and sometimes maddening--attributes.