Pet Loss

Pet loss is probably the most difficult topic to write about. The pain of losing a beloved companion is acute. It's also impossible to explain to people who don't love animals. Our companions are our family members so, it is exactly like losing a family member because we are losing a family member.

Fortunately, there are people who understand, not just friends but there is pet loss counseling for those grieving over the loss and even for those who are preparing for the loss due to a terminal illness.

For those who need to explain this to a child, I recommend "For Every Dog an Angel" and "For Every Cat an Angel," by Christine Davis. These books are so wonderful well done that adults appreciate them as much as children and so it has become the perfect choice for them as well.

I was delighted to learn that this year, in addition to those wonderful books, Davis has authored "Forever Paws," a book for those of us who forever carry paw prints in our heart. As with her other books it is beautifully illustrated.

If you find yourself without words, and truly it's hard to come up with the right words when it comes to loss, I highly recommend these wonderful books. You can find them on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and bookstores everywhere or order directly from the publisher www.lightheartedpress.com

These books, and others by Davis, will surely touch your heart and will provide comfort to friends and children who are mourning their loss.