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Recommended Reading

A collection of works to help you HEAL your heart

We have selected the books listed here for you. You will find books that cater to all age groups and backgrounds as well as professional and educational works.

Please contact us if you would like assistance in choosing a book.

The Soul of Your Pet: Evidence for the Survival of Animals After Death The Soul of Your Pet: Evidence for the Survival of...

Smith s poignant interviews with people from all walks of life. Presents the concept in an objective and straight forward manner. For those who have had the grief associated with losing an animal friend or who is living with that...

 All Ages, Inspirational, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Photos, Religious, Spiritual  Scott S. Smith
Spirit Dogs: Heroes In Heaven Spirit Dogs: Heroes In Heaven

Josie's pain was too great, and she had lost most of her dignity. Susan Kelleher helped hold her fourteen-year-old retriever as the long-time companion nuzzled into her son Alex's lap, and the vet administered the injection. Alex and his mum...

 All Ages, Dog Lovers, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Religious, Spiritual  Susan Kelleher
Fly to Me: Extraordinary Lessons of Life And Death From A Little Dog Fly to Me: Extraordinary Lessons of Life And Death From...

Join author Ellie Hansen and her little dog Tyee on an incredible, inspirational journey that will capture your mind as Tyee gives after-life messages to his grieving family. Each page, with its uplifting true stories and beautiful photography, is a...

 All Ages, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Spiritual  Ellie Hansen
Shelby’s Grace: From Abused Pup to Angel of Mercy Shelby’s Grace: From Abused Pup to Angel of Mercy

The Pit Bull With the Heart of Gold Joe Dwyer was a man facing challenges that seemed insurmountable. Battling depression and anxiety, he was broken and in need of serious help. Shelby was a young pit bull facing death. Damaged...

 All Ages, Dog Lovers, Great Gift, Inspirational, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Self-Help, Spiritual  Joe Dwyer Jr.
For Every Dog An Angel For Every Dog An Angel

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 us, a guardian angel is there to welcome the puppy into the world and to...

 All Ages, Children, Dog Lovers, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Spiritual  Christine Davis
Soul Dog: A Journey into the Spiritual Life of Animals Soul Dog: A Journey into the Spiritual Life of Animals

An exploration of animal spirituality and the ability of animals to communicate with humans even in the afterlife

• 2019 Coalition of Visionary Resources Gold Award and Industry Choice and Peoples Choice Award

• Chronicles the author’s profound relationship with...

 All Ages, Great Gift, Inspirational, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Self-Help, Spiritual  Elena Mannes
Finding Peace After the Loss of a Loved Animal Companion Finding Peace After the Loss of a Loved Animal Companion

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 beloved pet.

 Children, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Spiritual  Diane Pomerance PH.D.
For Every Cat an Angel For Every Cat an Angel

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 us, a guardian angel is there to welcome the kitten into the world and let...

 All Ages, Cat Lovers, Children, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Spiritual  Christine Davis
The Rainbow Bridge: A Visit to Pet Paradise The Rainbow Bridge: A Visit to Pet Paradise

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, Raeside has created a valuable fable for anyone who cherishes the companionship of a family...

 Children, Family, Great Gift, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Spiritual  Adrian Raeside
Animal Elders: Caring About Our Aging Animal Companions Animal Elders: Caring About Our Aging Animal Companions

Lyrically, eloquently and compassionately, ANIMAL ELDERS: Caring About Our Aging Animal Companions discusses the various challenges as well as gifts associated with growing old. Observing that the older members of both animal and human societies have traditionally been regarded with...

 All Ages, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Spiritual  Diane Pomerance
The Heaven of Animals The Heaven of Animals

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 place. Angels know every dog's favorite game; cats bask in their own rays...

 Children, Family, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Pre-school, Religious, Spiritual  Nancy Tillman
Heavenly Headbutts: Reflections of Hope about Cats and Eternity Heavenly Headbutts: Reflections of Hope about Cats and Eternity

When a beloved fur baby dies, you never get over it; you just get on with it. Yet, a glimmer of hope emerges for those who hold out the probability that their cat's story is not over yet--that there are...

 All Ages, Cat Lovers, Great Gift, Inspirational, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Religious, Spiritual  Allia Zobel Nolan
Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover’s Soul Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover’s Soul

Animals bring out the goodness, humanity and optimism in people and speak directly to our souls. This joyous, inspiring and entertaining Chicken Soup collection relates the unique bonds between animals and the people whose lives they've changed.

 All Ages, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Spiritual  Jack Canfield
Pet Loss: A Spiritual Guide Pet Loss: A Spiritual Guide

Millions of households include animal companions. While it is absolutely normal and healthy to mourn a deceased pet, the grieving process can be crippling emotionally, mentally, and even physically. This insightful book will help you understand and cope with the...

 All Ages, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Spiritual  Julia Harris

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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.

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Memorial Celebration

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.