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.

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...

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 ...

Written by a social worker and therapist, this book invites you to explore the profound grief that follows the loss of a beloved pet. Discover why dogs hold a special place in our hearts, the reason we feel so much pain from their death, and chart a path forward. Featuring heartfelt stories from fellow pet lovers, including the author's own journey, this book validates your grief and reveals the healing power of renewing connection after death.

Always Here — When a Pet Dies is a gentle, human-hearted companion for anyone grieving the loss of a beloved animal friend. This is not “just a pet loss book.” It’s a quiet place to honor the real bond you shared with the creature who loved you without conditions and whose presence filled your home in ways you may not have realized until now. Inside, you’ll find comforting prompts, short reflections, and simple rituals to help you stay connected to the memories that still bring warmth — the routines you built together, the small sounds that made your house feel alive, the fur or...

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.

“When inspiration has become hidden, when we feel ready to give up, this is the time when healing can be found in the tenderness of pain itself.” Pema Chödrön, American Buddhist teacher and author Saying Goodbye to Benson is a touching pet loss memoir, offering practical meditations on grief, and the use of mindfulness to help release the heavy burden of guilt and find peace after losing a beloved companion. The book celebrates the life of Benson, an anxious yet lovable toy fox terrier Chris and Deb had for fourteen amazing years. The book chronicles Benson’s most endearing moments,...

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.

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 ...

This award-winning book has been hailed as the seminal work in the field. And now the fourth newly revised and expanded edition offers so much more to the bereaving pet owner. This edition also includes a significant new way of considering the meaning of afterlife for us and our pets. It discusses the topic from a 21st-century scientific perspective that is very different from existing religious or metaphysical ones, offering a new comfort to skeptics and agnostics as well.  

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...

Losing your dog isn’t just a moment. It’s a journey you begin long before their final breath. It’s the slow, painful breaking of your heart while still loving them with everything you have. This book is for you—the person living through the ache of an expected goodbye. When your dog begins to age, decline, or face a diagnosis that changes everything, you enter a silent grief that few people truly understand. You’re still caring for them, still feeding them, still kissing their head, still waking up to their presence… but inside, you’re already mourning what you know is coming....

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 ...

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.

Are you devastated by the death of your dog? Discover the second book in The Pet Bereavement Series. A step-by-step guide to navigating the emotional journey of losing your beloved dog. Are you distraught by the loss of your companion? Are you worried how you will handle the loss of their faithful furry pal? Do you feel alone with your emotions of grief and loss? International bestselling author Wendy Van de Poll is the founder of the Center for Pet Loss Grief and has over twenty years of bereavement counseling experience. Now she’s here to reassure you that your emotions are valid and to...

A heartfelt collection of poems offering comfort and companionship to those grieving the loss of a beloved dog. Losing a dog leaves an undeniable void, but their love and loyalty remain with us forever. This collection embraces that enduring bond, providing a space to reflect, remember, and find peace in cherished memories. Each poem serves as a gentle reminder that while their paws may no longer walk beside us, their spirit never truly leaves. Through tender words and heartfelt tributes, this book honors the joy, devotion, and unconditional love that dogs bring into our lives. ...

When a beloved family dog is stolen, one teen sets out on a life-changing journey through the ruins of our world to bring her back in this thrilling tale of survival, courage and hope. "Suspenseful, atmospheric tale ... punctured by a gut-punch twist" —Entertainment Weekly My name's Griz. I've...

Kira no longer runs to the door when Gemma comes home. She lifts her head from the spot by the window where the afternoon sun pools on the hardwood, and her tail sweeps the floor in a slow arc, and that is enough. The veterinarian has been honest: months, not years. Good months. Let her have them. So Gemma does, learning what it means to grieve someone who is still there, to love a dog who is slowly releasing her grip on the world with the same patient grace she brought to everything else. Atticus is four months old. The cabin is full in a way it has never been. Marco’s coffee mug is ...