Goodbye, Friend

Healing Wisdom for Anyone Who Has Ever Lost a Pet

By: Gary Kowalski

Narrated by: Barry Abrams

Length: 3 hrs and 18 mins

Publisher's summary

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.

Filled with heartwarming stories and practical guidance on such matters as taking care of yourself while mourning, creating rituals to honor your pet's memory, and talking to children about death, Goodbye, Friend is a beautiful and comforting book for anyone grieving the loss of a beloved animal.

©2012 Gary Kowalski (P)2017 Tantor

hello, friend

I lost a few people and one very special dog in the last 5 years. thank you for validating my feelings about the losses. I forget that it is world wide and enjoyed the readings at the end. the author did a lot of research on the subject and it was appreciated.

Very enjoyable...

I felt it was a nice mixture of relatable stories with some non denominational scriptures. I am not religious, but enjoyed the readings and didn’t find them to be preachy in any way. I lost my best friend Joey several years ago, and still have not “moved on”, and it felt good to be able to let go a little bit more. Some laughter, lots of tears, and a pretty easy listen. If you are grieving and think you are alone, this book will help you realize that you are not, and it’s okay.

the poems at the end

I too had an in home euthanasia. I have never felt more closer to God.

His stories may bring comfort

Mostly cute stories about his dog and ways to think about your dog that is gone too soon or after a long life. It was somewhat comforting. Idk if I would buy it again if I knew what it contained or not. So probably not too helpful of a review.

Saying Goodbye to My Love Girl, Maggie❤️

This book has been very helpful, especially the ending - saying goodbye with meaningful readings, creating a special remembrance. I struggle with saying goodbye.

Recommended if you are experiencing the loss of a pet

I disliked the numerous quotes in a row toward the end. I would have preferred more stories between the quotes. Recommended for anyone experiencing the loss of a beloved family pet

Full of Compassion and Helpful Sentients

This is a meaningful book full of wonderful purposeful stories, quotes, prayers and compassionate insight into the life and death of our four-legged best friends and family.

Bitter sweet

Honestly, felt like my dog Dominic who passed on April 10, 2022 at around 11-11:30 AM, Sunday, wanted me to listen to this true, sad, amazing audio book. I find comfort with this audio book. I am also very sad, and could not help but tear up on some of the parts. I would recommend this book to any one who’s ever lost a dog, or pets. It doesn’t take away the pain, but it helps clear the emotions and doubts. I will forever miss my big goof ball. I would do it all over again with him in a heart beat. He was worth every single breath!

Very Moving & Helpful

I came across this by accident & couldn't be happier in a sad way to have found this title. After recently losing my soul dog, i struggle daily with life without her. By listening to this, it has helped me from drowning in my grief, I still cry daily & don't expect that to ever stop but for those who are missing their companions it is worth a listen too...

Great Book

I just put down my little 12 year old chihuahua 4 days ago. I had no idea i could be this distraught over a dog, even my beloved Chuli. This book normalized my grief over a dog,soothed and helped me ease through the grieving process. I pretty much kept this book on repeat in my ear buds as a little crutch to help me through the day. I’m only on day 4 from having lost my fur baby and having this audio in the background helps me find glimmers of strength through the tears.