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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 Tenth Good Thing About Barney The Tenth Good Thing About Barney

My cat Barney died this Friday. I was very sad. My mother said we could have a funeral for him, and I should think of ten good things about Barney so I could tell them...
But the small boy...

 Children, Family, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Judith Viorst Published On September 30, 1987
Goodbye For Now Goodbye For Now

"Goodbye For Now" is a heartwarming and poignant picture book that explores the deep bond between a child, Little Grey and her beloved German Shepherd, Teddy. When Teddy is diagnosed with a terminal illness, Little Grey and her parents face...

 All Ages, Family, Great Gift, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Dr. Lynsey Victoria Rinelli Published On October 8, 2024
Wolfie, What Is The Rainbow Bridge? Wolfie, What Is The Rainbow Bridge?

The love between a child and a dog is a precious bond. When it is time for our dogs to move on to the Rainbow Bridge, it can be a very sad and confusing time, especially for children. Wolfie, What...

 All Ages, Children, Dog Lovers, Family, Great Gift, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Dorothy Wills-Raftery Published On April 21, 2025
That Gentle Door That Gentle Door

When they cross that gentle door, where do they go?
If you're holding this page, you may be grieving the loss of a beloved pet. The leash still hangs by the door. The bowl sits untouched. And the...

 All Ages, Cat Lovers, Dog Lovers, Family, Inspirational, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Spiritual  MIVIMIKA LU Published On January 22, 2026
The Sad Dragon: A Dragon Book About Grief and Loss. A Cute Children Story To Help Kids Understand The Loss Of A Loved One, and How To Get Through Difficult Time The Sad Dragon: A Dragon Book About Grief and Loss....

Having a pet dragon is very fun!

He can sit, roll over, and play… He can candle a birthday cake, lit a campfire, or so many other fun things that will make you laugh…

But sometimes, not every story is...

 Children, Family, Guide, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Steve Herman Published On May 13, 2019
Healing A Child’s Pet Loss Grief: A Guide for Parents Healing A Child’s Pet Loss Grief: A Guide for Parents

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 the emotional journey of your child and family when losing a beloved pet.

Are you...

 Adult, Children, Family, Guide, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Wendy Van de Poll Published On November 1, 2016
Balloons for Tiger – Mom’s Choice Award Winner Balloons for Tiger – Mom’s Choice Award Winner

How can children begin to heal after losing a pet? Balloons for Tiger takes an imaginative look at this tough topic as colorful balloons travel from the hands of children to their beloved cat who has passed on. This book lets children...

 Cat Lovers, Children, Family, Great Gift, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Pre-school  Lori Orlinsky Published On May 4, 2021
Lee and Limbo: Friends Come and Go, but Life Continues and Gets Better Lee and Limbo: Friends Come and Go, but Life Continues...

Animals, like human beings, experience deep emotional bonds, too.

 

Lee and Limbo is a story of genuine friendship and love between two cats in Chapel Hill, a beautiful, small University town in North Carolina where love abounds. When Lee...

 Children, Family, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Uzoma (Uzo) Rita Ezekwudo Published On December 10, 2020
Where Are You? A Child’s Book About Loss Where Are You? A Child’s Book About Loss

Where Are You: A Child's Book About Loss is a kind and supportive text with beautiful illustrations designed to help children of all ages cope with the loss of a loved one. It is created with love and care so...

 Children, Family, Guide, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Laura Olivieri Published On October 12, 2007
Remembering Blue Fish (Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood) Remembering Blue Fish (Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood)

Daniel Tiger learns how to process the feelings that come with losing someone you love in this thoughtful 8x8 storybook based on an episode of Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood.

When Daniel’s pet fish dies, he learns to ask questions about what happened...

 Children, Family, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Pre-school  Becky Friedman Published On August 29, 2017
The Memory Box: A Book About Grief The Memory Box: A Book About Grief

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 through the complex emotions that arise after the loss of a loved one. Now, with...

 Children, Family, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Joanna Rowler, Thea Baker Published On January 14, 2020

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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.