With the
recent loss of Max we began to think again about the process of mourning the loss
of a treasured friend. The situation is so different for all involved and needs
to be looked at from all sides.
Initially
we feel we need to be honest about the variety of feelings being felt, and to
discuss them with someone you trust. We have laughed and cried over the last
few days. If anyone is going through the same these are some suggestions our
clients have offered us to help in the mourning process. Please message us if
you would like to share other ideas.
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Saved your pet’s lead or collar and put it in a
special place
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Have your pets ashes cremated and placed into a
special casket
·
Scatter your pet’s ashes in a favourite location,
or on a favourite walk.
·
Share favourite memories of your pet with loved
ones
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Plant a flowering perennial in honour of your pet
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Have a memorial to your pet made, and placed in your
garden
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Keep a tuft of hair from your pet
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Have a picture of your pet painted
·
Make a scrapbook with pictures of times with your
friend
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Bury your pet in a sacred location (e.g., pet
cemetery)
·
Visit a local pet rescue and spend some time with
other animals who also might benefit from your love
·
Think about (at some later point) adopting a pet
needing a warm, safe home
·
Volunteer to help a rescue group or pet shelter
·
Teach school children about proper pet care and the
importance of pets in their lives
·
Financially or physically support the pet of an
elderly friend or relative who may no longer have the income or physical
ability to provide for his or her constant companion.
If you have
trouble getting over your loss, you may want to consult a person trained in
dealing with complex grieving problems.
Further help
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