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anticipatory grief.
the grief before it actually happens

articles.

Euthanasia: How Do I Know When the Time Is Right for My Pet?

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Hospice Care Offered to Ill Pets; Grieving Owners

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Crossing The Rainbow Bridge: Signs That the End of Life Is Near

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How to Cope When Your Pet is Ill

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Considering Your Pert's Quality of Life in the Midst of Disease

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My Dog is Dying

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books.

Surviving the Heartbreak of Choosing Death for Your Pet

Linda Mary Peterson

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Preparing for the Loss of Your Pet: Saying Goodbye with Love, Dignity, and Peace of Mind

Myrna Milani, DVM

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audio.

(Links are to Spotify - search your preferred podcast provider)

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How to Say Goodbye To Your Pet

How To!​​

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Kate Sala Pet Death Doula

Good Grief with Nikki the Death Doula

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support professionals.

(visit therapy/support page for comprehensive resources)

 

Lap of Love

Lap of Love is a veterinary hospice and in-home euthanasia service with MANY resources on end-of-life care, including quality-of-life assessment tools. They also offer a variety of pet loss support groups, including an "Anticipatory Grief Group." ​​​

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Kate LaSala, CTC, CBCC-KA, PCBC-A, CSAT, FFCP-E

Kate is an end-of-life companion animal doula.  She offers support for end-of-life care decisions, as well as surrendering, re-homing, and behavioral euthanasia.

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The Tilly Project

The Tilly Project is an international 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that aims to connect pet owners with end-of-life pet photographers across the world - services free or discounted - varies by photographer.

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The Tilly Project also offers pages on various stages of grief resources - Anticipatory Grief

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Pet Trusts

Designating a caretaker and setting aside funds in the event you are no longer able to care for your pet. Many include pets in their Wills; however, a Trust allows care to be designated should the owner become temporarily incapacitated. Every state in the U.S. allows for a pet trust - contact a lawyer in your state to discuss planning.

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Pet Trust Primer

Pet Trusts

After Your Death, Who Takes Care of the Dog?

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