Your Pet's Final Visit and Loss of a Loved Pet
Unfortunately if all goes according to plan, we seem to live longer than our pets. This can mean that we have to experience the distress of losing a loved pet. Often we require the support and assistance of both the vet and the veterinary practice around this time.
We have created a special practice leaflet for you to assist with managing and coping at this sensitive time. Please click on the picture of the leaflet below to open a downloadable and printable version of our practice support advice.
We strongly advise the use of the Blue Cross Child Bereavement information given below, and within our leaflet if the loss of a pet has or may affect a family with children. The site has proved useful to our own families.
We strongly encourage you to contact us and possibly even book an appointment to come in and talk to one of our vets or nurses. We all are here to support and help at this difficult time.
Please click on the leaflet image to open a printable version of our support leaflet
The grief and sadness associated with the loss of a pet are often profound. This is a natural and human reaction which may feel overwhelming. However we want to remind you that this is OK! Also remember that should you require help or advice at this difficult time, we are here for you.
In the UK there are organisations that exist to help people and families cope with the emotional distress associated with the loss of a much-loved pet. Details of some Agencies who give support and information are given below:
Pet Bereavement Support Service: 0800 096 6606
Open every day 8.30am-8.30pm. Will put you in touch with your nearest telephone befriender.
The Blue Cross: www.bluecross.org.uk
An excellent support site especially when children need some help coping with the loss of a pet. It is really worth looking at their website!
Ease Pet Bereavement Service (www.ease-animals.org.uk)
07870 740 605 someone to talk to when you need to!
Animal Samaritans Pet Bereavement Service: 020 8303 1859
(As above)
The Association of Private Pet Cemeteries and Crematoria: 01252 844478, www.appcc.org.uk
Really worth understanding that these people care about you!
SupportLine Telephone Helpline: 020 8554 9004, email info@supportline.org.uk
Emotional support to children, young adults and adults on any issue. Also keep details of counsellors and support groups throughout the UK.
Ability: www.ability.org.uk/pet_loss
Resources relating to pet bereavement, guide to pet euthanasia
Pets2rest: www.pets2rest.co.uk
All aspects of pet bereavement.
