Grieving the loss of a pet: You’re not alone

When you lose a beloved companion animal your whole world can change. Grief is unique and isn’t reserved for the loss of humans.  There is a Human-Animal bond that is important to acknowledge.

Feeling emotionally vulnerable is natural when you lose a pet. You need to process overwhelming feelings.  One first step is to know you are not alone.

I am here to help you through this difficult journey.

Please reach to speak with me, as a Certified Pet Loss Grief Specialist with the Associataion for Pet Loss and Bereavement; talking will help ease your pain. 

Losing your companion animal can be an extremely difficult and painful experience. Knowing how to support yourself during an emotional time can help you feel more at ease. 

With the right insight and knowledge, I can help you understand and care for yourself in the best way possible.My approach acknowledges your loss and my 15yrs of combined clinical and community, private practice experiences will help you navigate this difficult time of mourning.

Contact me for a free 15 minute consult to begin your journey of healing with the loss of your pet.

Joan Miller, RP, GDC, BScN,  (She/Her)

Registered Psychotherapist and MH RN

Best Life Counselling RP

BSP Practitioner Phase 2 

bestlifecounsellingrp@gmail.com

Bowmanville, ON, CANADA

“You were my favorite hello & my hardest goodbye”.

Ariel Counseling & Consultation specializes in therapy services for clients who anticipate or have experienced the loss of a beloved pet companion.  We provide therapy services for pet parents, clients who identify as animal lovers, those who work in the animal rescue field, vegans as well those whose lives are enhanced through their relationship with nature.  If you are seeking professional support for pet bereavement or to address the challenges of living in a world where we are concerned about the welfare of all animals, Ariel may be a good fit for you. 

When you are coping with the loss of a pet companion and/or have a strong bond to animals it can be difficult to find a provider who understands your unique thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I have personally coped with the loss of important pet family members and have the professional skills & compassion to help clients.  Our animal companions are often closer and know us better than most people in our lives. Whether we are sad or happy they are always loyal and teach us the power of unconditional love and regard.

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The goal of our practice is to provide a professional, safe, and non-judgmental therapeutic space to promote healing, positive mental health, and compassionate living for clients in the state of Florida, USA and Globally.  Please call or email our practice to schedule a complimentary consultation and learn how we can help you. 

I’m a 2023 graduate of UVM’s “Companion Animal End-of-Life Doula Professional Certificate” program, specializing in cats. I am also a certified cat behavior consultant who specializes in helping cats with chronic medical conditions. I’m available to support cat care-givers through the heart-breaks and challenges of end-of-life care. In addition to my cat behavior consulting background, I serve on the Board of Directors of Diabetic Cats in Need (a non-profit dedicated to helping low-income caregivers of diabetic cats) and was a volunteer feline medical director at a local rescue for 4 years. I have a deep knowledge and understanding of many complex cat medical conditions and have personal experience with end-of-life care, having lost 9 of my own cats. I work with cat caregivers to ease the stress and confusion that often comes with end-of-life care. I am also available to be a mindful presence at euthanasia appointments (in-person if possible, virtual if in-person is not possible), as well as bereavement support. 

Every cat, every cat care-giver, and every relationship between cat and cat care-given is different and unique; I approach each client as an individual and work with clients to best fit their needs. 

In-Home Euthanasia

Because comfort, familiarity, and family mean everything. Once you have made the difficult decision to let your pet pass on peacefully, Dr. Holland can provide the kindest and most compassionate way to say goodbye.

Pets are part of your family. Dr. Azure Holland understands that the decision to put your pet to sleep is a difficult decision to make, and it is one made with care and love. In home pet euthanasia and veterinary hospice is a compassionate option for you and your pet because it offers the comfort and familiarity of home for your dog or cat as well as privacy for your family.

We are here to help…

Contact us

919.600.1841

When that time has arrived, in-home euthanasia allows the family to be together in the comfort and privacy of your home. Your pet can have a peaceful, gentle departure.

Dr. Kuty provides in-home end-of-life care for dogs and cats of the South Bay and Santa Cruz areas, including San Jose, Santa Cruz, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Santa Clara, Campbell, Cupertino, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Aptos, and Capitola. Please see my website for more information.

They Mattered and Grief is normal.

Bo Paws It Forward is a non profit that provides grants for pet guardians in need of medical or behavioral care for their dogs and are facing temporary hardship or limited income. We recently added the Separate Soul Mates pet loss support services that benefit our programs. 

Our rates:  We are here for you at no cost. Donations made to Bo Paws It Forward are appreciated as that is one way we are able to provide services for pet parents and the community. Our community is a large one with pet parents seeking support all across the U.S. 

These visits are where we delve into how I can help you best. Usually its simply having someone listen-really listen to what you miss about your beloved pet or perhaps help you process the helplessness and anger. I have a lot of life experience with loss since my adult life has been dedicated to rescue, animal welfare and hospice fostering. I also have a unique skill set with natural empathy that led me to pet loss classes, workshops and certfication. 

Pet loss is a very disenfranchised grief and we are working to change that with community and a promise of judgement-free communication. 

Sessions are offered by Zoom, phone call, and email. On our website, we have a Pet Loss Support intake form -any information you want to share helps me prepare on how best to help you. https://bopawsitforward.org/intake-pet-loss-support-form

We do not have a set schedule for sessions so that I can work with you as soon as you need. Email support is offered 7 days a week- I check my email between 8-9 Am (eastern standard time) , 1-2 pm and 6-7 PM. If you send me an email within those hours, YOU WILL get a response. Email: SSgrief@gmail.com OR bopawsitforward@gmail.com

Website: www.bopawsitforward.org