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Signs From Pets In The Afterlife: Identifying Messages From Pets In Heaven

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By Lyn Ragan — 2015

Communications from beloved pets are seen by thousands every day. Some messages are given in ways that do require an acute awareness and more interpretation as well. From the Heavens above, Signs are given by deceased pets to connect with their families they left behind. See more...

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Grief Stricken? How to Deal with Pet Death

Losing a pet is a subject most pet owners never want to think about, but unfortunately must deal with at some point. I personally had to deal with the loss of two dogs, both more than six years ago. I can honestly say that I have never gotten over it — I've just gotten used to it.

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Are You Punishing Yourself for Your Pet's Death

It is not uncommon to blame ourselves for our pet’s death even if they died from natural causes. Grief brings about all kinds of painful thoughts of what we could have done or should have done to prevent their death.

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Why Losing a Pet Hurts So Much

When a beloved pup passes away, the loss can feel unbearable. In fact, sometimes that loss can feel as bad—or even worse—than the loss of a human friend or relative.

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Talking with Preschoolers About the Death of a Pet

Our beloved dog, Sasha, was not herself. Part Malamute, she was never a fan of summer weather but that particular July, we could barely get her out for a walk.

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The Challenge of Grieving for a Pet at Work

Few employers offer pet-bereavement leaves, and owners are often afraid to ask for time off.

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Honoring Grief: The Key to Surviving the Death of Your Pet

Losing a pet is a profound trauma. We shouldn't be surprised then that afterward--maybe for a long time afterward-- we're experiencing a kind of PTSD.

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The Grief of Losing a Pet Is Traumatic and Universal. So Why Don't We Talk About It?

Animals are accepted as part of the family but there is an overwhelming perception that mourning their loss is not truly valid. That needs to change.

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An Age-By-Age Guide to Explaining the Death of a Pet to Children

Your pets are well loved members of your family, which makes their death extremely difficult for kids of all ages. Here are our tips for explaining the death of a family pet to your kids in an age appropriate and sensitive way.

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What to Say When a Pet Dies

When a pet dies, it's common for people to feel as though they've lost a member of the family. For children, this is often their first encounter with death.

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How to Cope with the Loss of a Beloved Pet

Recovering from the loss of your pet is also dependent on additional steps that go beyond the initial grief process. Consider the following steps that can help you cope as more time goes by.

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Death or Loss of an Animal Companion