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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.

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 Published On November 13, 2018
Pet Loss and Children: Establishing a Healthy Foundation Pet Loss and Children: Establishing a Healthy Foundation

Explaining the concept of death to a child is a very difficult, confusing, and uncomfortable experience for a parent, educator, or therapist, and it is a topic that is often first introduced by the loss of a pet - sometimes...

 Adult, Educational, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Professionals  Cheri Barton Ross Published On February 27, 2005
Coping with Stress and Burnout as a Veterinarian: An Evidence-Based Solution to Increase Wellbeing Coping with Stress and Burnout as a Veterinarian: An Evidence-Based...

The suicide rate for veterinarians is almost four times higher than the general population across the UK, Australia, US, New Zealand and Canada. The act of suicide is most usually at the end of a long road of distress. And...

 Pet Loss & Bereavement, Professionals  Nadine Hamilton Published On February 25, 2019
The Fall of Freddie the Leaf: A Story of Life for All Ages The Fall of Freddie the Leaf: A Story of Life...

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 is a warm, thought-provoking story about how Freddie and his companion leaves change with the...

 Children, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Pre-school  Leo Buscaglia Published On July 1, 1982
Cold Noses at the Pearly Gates: A Book of Hope for Those Who Have Lost a Pet Cold Noses at the Pearly Gates: A Book of Hope...

The death of your beloved pet can be one of the most heartbreaking losses you'll ever endure. But recovery isn't only about closure. You also want to know where your best friend has gone.

 All Ages, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Religious  Gary Kurz Published On April 1, 2008
Three Cats, Two Dogs: One Journey Through Multiple Pet Loss Three Cats, Two Dogs: One Journey Through Multiple Pet Loss

David Congalton and his wife survived every pet lover's worst nightmare - sudden, multiple pet loss. Frankly and tenderly, Congalton chronicles their recovery from the deaths of five beloved animal companions in a house fire. He mixes personal anecdotes with...

 Adult, Guide, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Self-Help  David Congalton Published On April 13, 2000
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 Published On August 31, 2019
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 Published On June 30, 2006
Flight of a Dog’s Soul Flight of a Dog’s Soul

Flight of a Dog's Soul is the true story of a gift no one expected.

This book is about what happens when grace arrives—and changes everything you thought you knew about love and loss.

If you've had to say goodbye...

 All Ages, Dog Lovers, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Religious  John Keane Published On December 17, 2025
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. Published On May 27, 2006
Amazing Gracie: A Dog’s Tale Amazing Gracie: A Dog’s Tale

She was the loneliest puppy in the litter—a deaf and partially blind albino Great Dane. She had huge, sky blue eyes. And when Dan Dye reached for her, she struggled to her feet like a clumsy foal, raised her forehead...

 All Ages, Dog Lovers, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Mark Beckloff, Dan Dye Published On February 1, 2003
Good Grief: Finding Peace After Pet Loss: Personal and Professional Insights on the Animal Love Good Grief: Finding Peace After Pet Loss: Personal and Professional...

Author Sid Korpi explains, The pain of losing a beloved animal companion is unlike any other. However, because our society on the whole discounts our grief as frivolous since we've "merely lost an animal," too many of us feel we...

 All Ages, Guide, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Self-Help  Sid Korpi Published On August 24, 2009
The Rainbow Bridge: Pet Loss Is Heaven’s Gain The Rainbow Bridge: Pet Loss Is Heaven’s Gain

Your pet has gone to Heaven, and is waiting to be reunited with you someday. As you read this book you will learn about: People who have seen their pets in Heaven through near-death, out-of-body, and deathbed experiences. You can...

 All Ages, Inspirational, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Religious  Niki Behrikis Shanahan Published On May 21, 2007
For The Love Of Mousie For The Love Of Mousie

Mousie was a feral cat who I brought inside to live with me. This book chronicles my journey with Mousie in the short time he was with me. Through funny and poignant stories and diary entries you, the reader, will...

 Cat Lovers, Pet Loss & Bereavement Published On December 12, 2023
Bill at Rainbow Bridge Bill at Rainbow Bridge

The owners of departed pets want to know: that their pets are happy, that their own grief is normal, that they will be reunited with their pets one day, and that it's OK to love again. Bill at Rainbow Bridge--...

 All Ages, Dog Lovers, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Dan Carrison Published On January 1, 2010
Dog Heaven Dog Heaven

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 comforts readers young and old who have lost a dog, as she did for...

 Children, Dog Lovers, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Pre-school  Cynthia Rylant Published On August 1, 1995
How to ROAR: Pet Loss Grief Recovery How to ROAR: Pet Loss Grief Recovery

Robin Jean Brown understands firsthand the deep bond that can develop between person and animal. She's not some cold psychologist, but rather a pet owner herself who dealt with her own painful journey through the grieving process. She found that...

 All Ages, Educational, Guide, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Self-Help  Robin Jean Brown Published On October 28, 2005
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 Published On December 22, 2022
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 Published On April 11, 2012
Dogs Leave Paw Prints Everywhere, Especially Upon Your Heart: Forever Imprinted Dogs Leave Paw Prints Everywhere, Especially Upon Your Heart: Forever...

The Reflection Journal for Dog Lovers provides the space to reflect on your dog and the special relationship you share from both your dog’s perspective as well as your own. Celebrate your dog’s life — write, draw and doodle as you are...

 All Ages, Dog Lovers, Great Gift, Journal, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Carina MacDonald Published On October 7, 2021

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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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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.