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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.

Loss of a Pet: Explaining Grief and Loss to Children Loss of a Pet: Explaining Grief and Loss to Children

Pets create great experiences for children: in taking responsibility, learning to love, care for living things and, dealing with loss and grief. Whether their pet has to move, runs away, gets sick or, dies; children will benefit from reading this...

 Children, Family, Guide, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Cory O'Neal Published On April 24, 2020
Pet Loss: Thoughtful Guide for Adults and Children Pet Loss: Thoughtful Guide for Adults and Children

A sympathetic guide for both children and adults explains how to cope with the death or loss of a beloved pet and provides valuable advice to help people deal with grief, sorrow, and loneliness

 All Ages, Great Gift, Guide, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Herbert A. Nieburg Published On February 1, 1982
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 Published On January 1, 2019
Death, Society, and Human Experience, 10th edition Death, Society, and Human Experience, 10th edition

This landmark text on the sociology of death and dying draws on contributions from the social and behavioral sciences as well as the humanities, such as history, religion, philosophy, literature, and the arts, to provide thorough coverage of understanding death...

 Adult, Educational, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Professionals  Robert J. Kastenbaum Published On December 26, 2008
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
All Animals Go to Heaven All Animals Go to Heaven

Anyone who has lost a dearly beloved pet knows that the question of what happens to them after death is a tender, important subject. In this book, author and Christian minister George MacDonald presents the case that the mourning pet...

 All Ages, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Religious  George MacDonald Published On April 28, 2019
I Remember You: A Grief Journal I Remember You: A Grief Journal

Combines beautifully illustrated journal pages with moving quotes and thoughtful, comforting advice that will support anyone working through the cascade of emotions that follows the death of someone close. Each page invites the reader to explore the thoughts and emotions...

 All Ages, Great Gift, Illustrated, Inspirational, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Laynee Gilbert Published On November 25, 2000
All God’s Creatures Go to Heaven All God’s Creatures Go to Heaven

The angel paintings of artist Nancy Noel beautifully portray Amy Nolfo-Wheeler's story of Jacob, a child angel on a journey of discovery. This keepsake book, in heavenly color, features a glow-in-the-dark cover. An inspiring message of hope and joy for...

 Children, Pet Loss & Bereavement  N.A. Noel Published On October 1, 2006
Bereaved Children and Teens: A Support Guide for Parents and Professionals Bereaved Children and Teens: A Support Guide for Parents and...

Bringing together fourteen experts from across the United States and Canada, Bereaved Children and Teens is a comprehensive guide to helping children and adolescents cope with the emotional, religious, social, and physical consequences of a loved one's death. The result is an...

 Guide, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Teen, Young Adult  Earl A. Grollman Published On August 31, 1996
Koko’s Kitten Koko’s Kitten

Koko the gorilla uses sign language to talk to her handlers. When she asks for a pet, her handlers search high and low for the perfect companion.

 Children, Family, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Pre-school Published On June 1, 1987
Just One More Day Just One More Day

If you, or someone you know, have ever had to put a dog to sleep, then you will know the pain and guilt surrounding this most difficult decision of dog euthanasia. Are we playing God, or are we fulfilling a...

 Adult, Guide, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Self-Help, Teen, Young Adult  Geoffrey Bain Published On April 2, 2012
The Grief Recovery Handbook for Pet Loss The Grief Recovery Handbook for Pet Loss

If you’ve found yourself almost inconsolable after your pet died, please know that you’re normal.

If you’ve found that your family and friends don’t seem to understand the level of your grief, please know that, too, is normal.

Without comparing...

 Adult, Guide, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Self-Help  Russell Friedman, Cole James, John W. James Published On December 9, 2014
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
Saying Goodbye to the Pet You Love (A Complete Resource to Help You Heal) Saying Goodbye to the Pet You Love (A Complete Resource...

From a psychologist with twenty years of experience as a pet bereavement specialist, comes the first title to offer cognitive tools and exercises for validating and supporting the particular grief that results from the loss of a pet.

When a...

 Adult, Guide, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Self-Help, Young Adult  Lorri A. Greene Published On December 10, 2002
Remembering Oakley Remembering Oakley

A tool to use children about death using direct language and explanations. This book was written to align with the 7 stages of grief.

 Children, Family, Guide, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Pre-school  Carl Schutt Published On October 9, 2018
Dear Hobie Dear Hobie

Dear Hobie: Letters to My Heart Dog is a dog grief book for adults. A tender, inspirational memoir for adults experiencing dog loss grief. It's for any adult pet parent who has ever loved and lost a once-in-a-lifetime dog....

 Adult, Dog Lovers, Inspirational, Pet Loss & Bereavement  Kathy Mandell Published On February 17, 2023
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 Published On December 8, 1998
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 Published On April 2, 2001
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

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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.