Today Riley’s family is celebrating Jasper’s Day. Everything they do will be in honor of Jasper — sort of like a birthday. But it isn’t
A gentle and moving story about losing a friend, and the importance of always expressing your love. Elfie the dachshund is the best dog anyone
With all of my heart, I believe it is true that there is a heaven for animals, too. The heaven of animals is a magical
Is your child suffering from the loss of their pet and you want to know how to help them? Discover a step-by-step guide to navigating
No one knows exactly what kind of dog Corky is, but if you ask his owner, Mike, the answer is simple: “He’s my dog.” Mike and Corky
A spiritual guide and practical primer designed to help people of all ages and backgrounds cope with and recover from grief over the loss of
The Fall of Freddie the Leaf touches children and adults alike, illustrating the delicate balance between life and death. The Fall of Freddie the Leaf
This gentle and heartwarming story captures the love between a boy and his dog, and the sadness that follows after his cherished dog passes away.
This guide is a practical tool for veterinarians, teachers, counselors, parents, grandparents and others who are in a position to help children cope with the
Don’t miss one of America’s top 100 most-loved novels, selected by PBS’s The Great American Read. This beloved book by E. B. White, author of Stuart Little and The
Gr. 3-6, younger for reading aloud. Floppy-eared Charlee (feminine for Charlie) was already part of the family when narrator Mark was born. Boy and pup
The first―and definitive―guide to helping children really deal with loss from the authors of the The Grief Recovery Handbook Following deaths, divorces, or the confusion of
In this useful book from the First Experience series, the affable star of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood helps children share feelings of the loss of a pet while
Adrian Raeside has created a magical tale of adventure for pet lovers of all ages in The Rainbow Bridge. Using his gift for creating spunky characters,
I will always remember you . . .Joanna Rowland’s best-selling The Memory Box: A Book about Grief has helped thousands of children and families work
Describes the feelings that you might have when your pet dies and discusses how to cope with these feelings
From the author of the picture book phenomenon The Invisible String comes a moving companion title about coping with grief when a pet dies. “When our pets
For Every Dog An Angel celebrates the timeless connection between people and their “forever dogs.” From the moment a puppy is born, the book tells
For Every Cat An Angel celebrates the timeless connection between people and their “forever cats.” From the moment a kitten is born, the book tells
A comforting and playful exploration of a beloved dog’s journey after a happy life on Earth. In Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant’s classic bestseller, the author
Exclusive Members-Only Webinar:
A conversation on the human face of shelter and rescue work with Dillon Dodson
Join us for this exciting event
We are delighted to invite you to an exclusive members-only webinar featuring Dillon Dodson, veterinary social worker, Director of Social Work at the Toronto Humane Society, and Vice President of our partner organization, the International Association of Veterinary Social Work. This special event is designed to shine a light on the human side of animal welfare work in rescues and shelters.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, October 30th, 2025
Time: 7:00-8:00 PM, ET
Platform: Zoom (registration required)
Join the Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement today and create a special online memorial for your pet. Enjoy 20% off a Silver or Platinum membership— offer ends September 7.
In honor of Rainbow Bridge Memorial Day (August 28), we are offering a 20% discount on Silver and Platinum memberships throughout the entire month of August. By joining us, you will have the unique opportunity to create a lasting online memorial for your pet, complete with photos and stories you can cherish.
This year the Association of Pet Loss & Bereavement (APLB) is participating in Giving Tuesday, December 3rd. Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement, unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world.
Please give generously. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those grieving the loss of their cherished pets.
This year the Association of Pet Loss & Bereavement (APLB) is participating in Giving Tuesday, on December 3rd. Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement, unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world.
Please give generously. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those grieving the loss of their cherished pets.
