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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.

A Dog to Remember A Dog to Remember

Anyone who has loved and lost a dog may experience deep and lasting grief. Memories of good times together can help to ease the pain. "A Dog to Remember" is a tribute to all dogs that brought enduring love to...

 All Ages, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement  June Greig Published On January 1, 2011
Coping with Sorrow on the Loss of Your Pet Coping with Sorrow on the Loss of Your Pet

Coping with Sorrow on the Loss of Your Pet is a compassionate, comprehensive guide to help you deal with the heartbreaking pain of losing a beloved animal companion. It shows you that you’re not alone, or crazy, or “over-reacting” to...

 Pet Loss & Bereavement, Professionals  Moira Allen Published On February 13, 2015
When Your Pet Dies When Your Pet Dies

Affirming a pet owner's struggle with grief when his or her pet dies, this book helps mourners understand why their feelings are so strong and helps them overcome the loss. Included are practical suggestions for mourning and ideas for remembering...

 Adult, Guide, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Self-Help, Young Adult  Alan D Wolfelt PhD Published On April 1, 2004
Will I See Fido in Heaven?: Scripturally Revealing God’s Eternal Plan for His Lesser Creatures Will I See Fido in Heaven?: Scripturally Revealing God’s Eternal...

"Will I See Fido in Heaven?" is a 123-page concise, Christian book that reveals the eternal life of all animals and God's love for all Creation. It is based upon more than 150 Biblical Scriptures and shows the difference between...

 All Ages, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Religious  Mary Buddemeyer-Porter Published On August 1, 1995
When Children Grieve: For Adults to Help Children Deal with Death, Divorce, Pet Loss, Moving, and Other Losses When Children Grieve: For Adults to Help Children Deal with...

The first―and definitive―guide to helping children really deal with loss from the authors of the The Grief Recovery Handbook

Following deaths, divorces, or the confusion of major relocation, many adults tell their children “don’t feel bad.” In fact, say the authors...

 Adult, Children, Educational, Family, Guide, Pet Loss & Bereavement  John W. James Published On June 4, 2002
Paw Prints in Heaven?: Christians and Pet Loss Paw Prints in Heaven?: Christians and Pet Loss

Finally, Biblical insight for Christian pet owners struggling to cope with the loss of a beloved pet or explain it to a child. Paw Prints In Heaven? is a systematic study of The Bible that explains God's plan for animals...

 All Ages, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Religious  James McClinton Published On July 22, 2004
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
Heal Your Heart: How to Awaken Your Soul with Self-Forgiveness Heal Your Heart: How to Awaken Your Soul with Self-Forgiveness

Named one of Aspire Magazine's Top 10 Inspirational Books!! Does it feel like something is missing in your life? Does it feel like joy, happiness, love, and contentment got lost along the way? This book is for loving sensitive souls...

 All Ages, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Self-Help  Charmayne Kilcup, PhD Published On December 19, 2018
Maya’s First Rose: Diary of a Very Special Love Maya’s First Rose: Diary of a Very Special Love

When Kosins first met Maya in a pet store, he didn't even want a dog. But 18 years later, when she died in his arms, Martin knew their relationship was and always would be the most significant of his life....

 All Ages, Dog Lovers, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Martin Scot Kosins Published On February 15, 1994
A Special Place for Charlee: A Child’s Companion Through Pet Loss A Special Place for Charlee: A Child’s Companion Through Pet...

Gr. 3-6, younger for reading aloud. Floppy-eared Charlee (feminine for Charlie) was already part of the family when narrator Mark was born. Boy and pup grew up together and were best friends and playmates. Years later, when Charlee needed to...

 Children, Guide, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Debby Morehead Published On July 1, 1996
In-Home Pet Euthanasia Techniques: The Veterinarian’s Guide to Helping Families and Their Pets Say Goodbye in the Comfort of Home In-Home Pet Euthanasia Techniques: The Veterinarian’s Guide to Helping Families...

I originally created this book to train my own doctors on the intricacies of in-home euthanasia. Within the first year of writing, I began receiving calls from veterinarians around the country looking for guidance as they began their own similar...

 Adult, Educational, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Professionals  Dr Kathleen A Cooney DVM Published On July 20, 2011
Left Out! Left Out!

It's the fall of 2020, in the midst of the Covid pandemic. Rosie, a 70-something divorced, feminist Jewish woman, is living her best life in Seattle with her cat Sadie, although it's a tad lonely. Then arrive the latest renters...

 Adult, Cat Lovers, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Young Adult  Norma Rosie Wigutoff Published On December 2, 2025
The Heart That Is Loved Never Forgets: Recovering from Loss: When Humans and Animals Lose Their Companions The Heart That Is Loved Never Forgets: Recovering from Loss:...

Stories that address the grieving process of humans and animals who have lost their companions and that give advice on how best to help yourself and others recover

• Gives practical advice on recovery, including self-care, support systems, and homeopathic...

 All Ages, Guide, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Kaetheryn Walker Published On November 1, 1998
From the Mouths of Dogs: What Our Pets Teach Us about Life, Death, and Being Human From the Mouths of Dogs: What Our Pets Teach Us...

What is it that dogs have done to earn the title of “man’s best friend”? And more broadly, how have all of our furry, feathered, and four-legged brethren managed to enrich our lives? Why do we love them? What can...

 All Ages, Dog Lovers, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement  B.J. Hollars Published On November 1, 2015
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
Furry Mortals: The Oliver Project Furry Mortals: The Oliver Project

When "Forever" Is Not Long Enough: A Roadmap for Your Pet’s Final Chapter.

The hardest decision in a lifetime of love is knowing when, and how, to say goodbye.

If you are currently navigating the heartbreak of a senior or...

 Dog Lovers, Euthanasia, Guide, Inspirational, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Self-Help  Angela Human
My Pet Memory Book: To Help A Child Through The Loss Of Their Pet My Pet Memory Book: To Help A Child Through The...

Losing a pet is heartbreaking for all the family, but can be particularly difficult for a child. 

This book will help any child who is grieving for a family pet who has died. 

  • The book allows them to fill...
 Children, Family, Great Gift, Journal, Pet Loss & Bereavement  S Wallace Published On January 4, 2019
Remember Me As Sunshine, Love Notes From My Dog Remember Me As Sunshine, Love Notes From My Dog

Remember Me As Sunshine, Love Notes From My Dog, was created to honor and memorialize a beloved dog. A collection of dog poems I’ve written channeling our Vizsla, Boris, are matched to the unique personality of every treasured dog photographed....

 Dog Lovers, Great Gift, Inspirational, Journal, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Photos, Poetry

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Remembrance Day

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.