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In the photo above, Murray provided pet therapy to an ICU patient; they had a special bond. The patient’s condition was critical when Murray visited and the next day, his condition had stablized and he was sharing with all the staff that it was “because of Murray”
Murray was rescued at the age of 8, along with his bonded “girlfriend”, Tilly. They were used for breeding and only lived outside. When the breeder was done with them, he brought them to a local shelter. We had just lost our first basset (Howie) and was grieving, when a co-worker mentioned that Murray and Tilly were in need of a home, we said, yes. It took quite a while to adjust to living indoors, but Murray showed the look of pure contentment as he laid on our couch. He was extremely shy, but went on to be certified in pet therapy. Murray passed at the age of 14 and almost 2 years later, Tilly passed at the age of 15.
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Date: Thursday, April 3, 2025
Time: 7:00-8:00 PM, ET
Location: via Zoom (registration required)
We are now offering Online Video Support Groups every Saturday from 7 pm - 9 pm EST/USA.
Beginning March 23rd we will be offering Video Support Groups every 2nd and 4th Sunday from 7 pm - 9 pm EST/USA.
Our Video Support Groups are available to all Silver and Platinum members.
If you want to learn more about our Video Support Groups, please click or tap the button below.
Webinar: A Conversation on Pet Loss with Author E.B. Bartels
Join us for this exciting event
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.
Navigating Pet Loss & Grief, hosted by Moose’s
March, this webinar is designed to support pet
owners through the difficult journey and depth of
pet loss, anticipatory grief and understanding
guilt. This webinar will also provide 3 key
takeaways for the management of grief,
Featuring insights from renowned experts
Colleen Rolland, Association of Pet Loss and
Bereavement and Dr. Nancy Curotto, Pet Loss &
Bereavement Specialist. Attendees will have an
opportunity to ask questions of the experts.
We understand that the holidays can be a difficult time for pet parents missing their fur babies. APLB will be extending our hours this year to help you – we’ll get through this together.
Sun Dec 24: 2 – 4 pm EST
Sun Dec 24: 8 – 10 pm EST
Mon Dec 25: 8 – 10 pm EST
Tues Dec 26: 8 – 10 pm EST
Wed Dec 27: 8 – 10 pm EST
Fri Dec 29: 8 – 10 pm EST
Sun Dec. 31: 2 – 4 pm EST
Sun. Dec 31: 8 – 10 pm EST
Mon Jan 1: 8 – 10 pm EST
Sat Dec 9: 7- 9 pm EST
Sun Dec 10: 7- 8:30 EST
Sat Dec. 23: 7 – 9 pm EST
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.Â
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.Â
Please give generously. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those grieving the loss of their cherished pets.
