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A poignant essay on the tragedy of losing treasured friends
A wonderful book examining pet loss from multiple perspectives as observed by a humble country veterinarian.Through his career as a farmer, student, and professional caregiver, the pain of losing a loved one remains constant. Dr. Orzeck shares personal tragedies, as well as those of his friends and colleagues.A touching portrayal of the pain we all endure when a beloved pet is lost, regardless of species or circumstances.

Wonderful book for all animal lovers!
Dr. Orzeck addresses some difficult issues in euthansia with a sense of wonderment and love towards animals.The book brings both tears and joy as "Doc" describes many of the creatures that he has enjoyed in life and grieved in death. As a veterinarian, he has illuminated one of the hardest chores an animal doctor has to perform with both compassion and sensitivity. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves animals, anyone who aspires to be a veterinarian or anyone who has recently lost a pet.

The Heart Connection
A must read for anyone who shares his or her life with a pet, or has loved and lost a pet.Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals    2. Care    3. Death, Grief, Bereavement    4. Family & Relationships    5. Family & Relationships / Death, Grief, Bereavement    6. Loss (Psychology)    7. Pets    8. Pets / General    9. Veterinarians   

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Animal Companion Memorial Kit
I recently lost my little dog, Toby, through an animal attack. I have been devastated. Toby was my heart. In the local bookstore I asked if she had anything on pet loss and she showed me this book. I read it through and found so much comfort. No where else had I come across such inspirational material with regards to our beloved animal friends. I wrote his name an the cards, and reread the book. The journal was enormously helpful and I wrote the things about him I didn't want to forget . From there I made a small scrap book, using the paragraphs I'd written in the journal.
Covers the entire process from initial loss to phrases of grieving and considering a new pet
Rainbows & Bridges is the first set to address the need for mourning the death of an animal in the family, offering the clergy member authors' insights on healing. It's more than a book - it's a kit of materials which walks adults, kids and even other household pets through the grieving process, identifying 'rainbows' and 'bridges' which allow the user to move from grieving to recovery. From what things should never be said to someone whose pet has died to how to support a person suffering from pet loss and how kids and adults adjust, Rainbows & Bridges covers the entire process from initial loss to phrases of grieving and considering a new pet.
You Are Not Alone
The kit is wonderful and I know it will help a lot of people through the grief that comes from losing a beloved pet.Just knowing they are not alone in that grief will be healing.Hearing the stories of other people who have experienced what they are experiencing will give them the courage to go on. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Bereavement    2. Death    3. Death / Grief / Consolation    4. Death, Grief, Bereavement    5. General    6. Pet owners    7. Pets    8. Psychological aspects    9. Psychology    10. Reference    11. Domestic animals & pets    12. Pets / Reference   

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Keep a box of Kleenex handy!
Yes, it's THAT Jameson Parker, the blond brother from TV's "Simon and Simon" PI show. He left show biz to become a writer, and is apparently doing a darn good job. A Delight for Dog Lovers
Those of us who have ever loved a dog will be deeply moved by this collection of stories.The authors range from dog trainers to owners of a beloved household pet, but each writer captured something of the gift dogs give their human companions.My only complaint with the book was with the occasional typographical errors that the publisher should have caught.The book was most impressive in every other respect.It tugged at my heart strings, and I am sure that other readers will share my feelings. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. American - General    2. American literature    3. Death, Grief, Bereavement    4. Dogs    5. Dogs - General    6. English literature    7. Essays    8. Literary collections    9. Pets   

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Conversations a poetic tribute to man's best friend
Dr. Pasick's conversations and poems remind us why dogs are known as man's best friend.The book is a warm leisurely read that you will want to share with friends and family members. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Dogs    2. Dogs - General    3. Human-animal relationships    4. Inspirational & Religious    5. Pet loss    6. Poetry    7. Self-Help / Substance Abuse    8. Works by individual poets: from c 1900 -   

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Great book
Great book, for folks that like horses and those that do not.Great way of looking at things going on in your life.The book is very short and doesn't take long to read. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Conduct of life    2. Death, Grief, Bereavement    3. Horses    4. Horses - General    5. Miscellanea    6. Personal Growth - General    7. Pets    8. Psychology    9. Self-Help    10. Horses & ponies   

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Recommended reading for anyone in the animal care industry
I was desparately looking for a book on grieving the loss of a pet when I lost both of my cats to illness. I was prepared for one loss, but not the other, which took me by surprise. I came across this work by Lagnoni, Butler and Hetts, and found that it not only helped me see what was going on in my own emotional situation, but it also taught me what I should be looking for in a veterinary clinic. Working as a volunteer at an animal shelter, I also see the effects of euthanasia on the workers there, and perhaps this book would be helpful to some in those situations. It is clearly written, stocked with good examples and true life experiences, and sets up a protocol for vet practices to be better able to deal with their clients, both people and animals, in life changing situations. It accepts that animals are a large part of many peoples lives, as important as people. In doing so, the authors recognize that compassion, empathy, and understanding are necessary to help clients cope with their pet loss, and grief.It also recognizes that staff working in the animal health care field are also in need of guidance on how to cope with these difficult situations. The book is well organized, and makes a good reference text for specific situations, as well as provides general overview on how to achieve a compassionate and caring clinic. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Death    2. Medical / Nursing    3. Pet owners    4. Pets    5. Psychological Aspects Of Bereavement    6. Psychological aspects    7. Psychology    8. Science/Mathematics    9. Veterinarian and client    10. Veterinary Medicine - General    11. Veterinary Science   

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Great source of comfort
For those who have ever loved and lost a beloved, this guide is a great source of comfort.Sensitive and heartwarming, a wonderful gift when words just are not appropriate.The unconditional love of a pet is such a source of joy, but when we lose them, the heartache can be unbearable.Having been there, I understand how paralyzing grief can be.Arlene Millman...

For Those Deeply Grieving, You Have Found Help
Purchasing "Legacies of Love" was perhaps one of the best things I could have done to help me through my grief after losing my precious dog on 3/7/02.It has only been a few weeks, and I listen to Teresa's soothing voice and comforting words every day to get through this "coping" period.Her validation that deep grieving over pet loss is undervalued by many on-lookers and "supporters", but completely normal to those of us grieving, brought a sense of peace during a time when there are so many emotions.Those who have lost their companion(s) and don't know how they will go on, will find Teresa's tapes a tremendous source of comfort and graceful inspiration.In honor of my beloved Pupster, I have purchased two additional sets of "Legacies of Love" to donate to my veterinarian's office in the hope that someone facing deep grief after losing their animal will find as much comfort in her words and wisdom as I have.

Soothing
Very soothing voice, tone and message.She really helps the hurt and I am glad I made this purchase.I will share it with others and recommend it.I only wish there was a bit more insight into the religious side of loss - something that I could know was of God.Still - excellent. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Audio Adult: Books On Tape    2. Death, Grief, Bereavement    3. General    4. Pets / General    5. Self-Help    6. Self-Help / Death, Grief, Bereavement    7. Animals / Pets    8. Audiobooks    9. Bereavement    10. CAS - Audio - Self-Help    11. Death    12. Grief    13. Pet Loss    14. Pet owners    15. Pets    16. Psychological Aspects Of Bereavement    17. Psychologogy   

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There is an optimal balance of clinical and anecdotal info.
Pet Loss and Human Emotion - guiding clients through grief by Cheri Barton Ross, MA & Jane Baron-Sorensen, RN, MA, MFCC The seriousness of issues that can arise from the loss of a pet and the severity of feelingsexperienced are explicated with great expertise and sensitivity by Ross andBaron-Sorenson.This book is designed to assist anyone in the helpingprofessions to understand what a pet owner may be experiencing when theircompanion animal dies.Teachers, clergy, mental health professionals,veterinarians and staff, and anyone who has ever experienced the loss of apet will benefit from the authors advice and years of experience in thisbeautifully written book. The authors begin with a description of the welldocumented benefits of animal owing for children, the elderly, people withAIDS, the terminally ill and the handicapped as well as for the generalpublic.They suggest an assessment of the role an animal plays in the lifeof the client and careful consideration of how that affects their dailyfunctioning, self esteem, sense of well being and identity.The phenomenonof "Animal Collectors" (individuals who keep animals in greaternumbers than they can humanely care for) is described and the authorsexplain how to avoid the pitfalls in therapeutic intervention with them.When an animal dies the authors find that pet owners go through the samephases as grief as for human loss and suggest strategies for supportivetherapy.Specifics about the procedure of euthanasia are given along withguidelines for assisting clients in working through all the issues thatpresent before, during and after euthanasia is performed.Client issuesstemming from euthanasia will range from memories of other deaths tosituations where the client and pet share the same illness. Case studiesare given from the authors' experiences of special types of pet loss suchas accidents, a pet being stolen or being killed by someone, divorcesituations and missing pets.Helpful suggestions are given by Ross andBaron-Sorenson of how helping professionals may best navigate potentiallyexplosive situations and handle the complex emotions of pet owners due tothese special circumstances of pet loss. A range of feelings from guiltto rage can occur when a pet owner feels they were responsible in some wayfor the death, or that someone else was culpable.The authors givevaluable insight into how to respond to these difficult situations beforebereaved pet owners' job performance, marriage and daily functioning areadversely affected. Information on how children of varying agesassimilate loss and how to communicate the facts of death or euthanasiawill be of invaluable help to anyone working with children and to parents. Concerns of the elderly are addressed including the profound impact oflifestyle changes a pet's death presents for this vulnerable population.Guidelines for acquiring a new pet are detailed with a special eye totiming and each individual's unique situation.The authors find thatresolution of the issues presenting from the loss of a pet is advisablebefore bringing a new pet into the home.Their clinical experience hasshown that when grief is resolved, the tendency to make painful comparisonsbetween the former pet and a new pet is diminishedIn situations wherethere is more than one pet in the household, suggestions for clients indealing with feelings of missing a favored deceased pet, while allowingexisting pets personalities a chance to surface are explored. Behavioralmanifestations of grief and loss are detailed with a list of common griefreactions to inform the reader how to recognize reactions that have becomemaladaptive.Prolonged despair and substance abuse issues that can surfacewhen a pet dies are handled comprehensively with suggestions for handlingcrisis situations.Special attention is given to guilt, compound loss andsuicidal client issues. This book is well thought out, and very easy toread as the authors have created an optimal balance of clinical andanecdotal information.This is a great desk reference for anyone who mayencounter a bereaved pet owner in their work or co-counseling situations.By Deborah Antinori, MA, RDT, LPC, NBCCH Director of Therapy - DavisonCounseling Center and Pet Loss & Life Transitions Counseling, BaskingRidge, NJ Author - "Journey Through Pet Loss" - 1999 Audie AwardWinner, Best New Publisher - Audio Publishers Association ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Death / Grief / Consolation    2. Death, Grief, Bereavement    3. General    4. Grief    5. Pet loss    6. Pet owners    7. Pets    8. Psychological Aspects Of Bereavement    9. Psychological aspects    10. Psychology    11. Coping with death & bereavement    12. Psychology & Psychiatry / General   

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Important message and exquisitely written.
Do animals go to Heaven?Read this book and find out!
Blessed Assurance
Heavenly Creatures is a wonderful book for anyone who has ever lost a pet or wants to know if animals go to Heaven.The answer is YES you will see your friends again in Heaven.
Heavenly Creatures The Story of God's Love for His Animals and All of Creation
This book was written with great love of God and His creatures.The pslams and bible versuses tied the author's beliefs together in a very convincing way. I truly enjoyed reading the book and marked pages I reread. ... Read more

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Pet Loss
Journey Through Pet Loss...takes us in the steps of grieving for a loved family pet. Deborah's audio also seems more personal to the listener. It touches you--because she understands the loss."
Ways To Work Through Your Grief
Sometimes losing a dear animal friend can seem more overwhelming than the loss of a human in our lives.This is one of the many things that complicate the grieving process.The author explains that there are many bounds set by society and our own inner voice that attempt to dictate how long and how much we should mourn a beloved companion's passing.She explains why the loss of an animal can be a much more raw experience than the loss of a family member, friend or relative because of the mixed feelings and complicated relationships that we have with other humans.That simple, loving animal spirit that was so close to you is suddenly gone.There is no buffering element, no memories of a heated exchange that soured your relationship - nothing to blunt the pain.This can bring feelings of confusion and guilt, or painful memories of the loss of a child or spouse, and many other emotions.The author does an excellent job of explaining the reasons for these feelings, and suggests many different ways of working through them.She explains the phases of the grieving process and where to find help if serious emotional states are triggered.She also explains that we frequently project a part of our own psyche onto our pets, which can unleash unexpected effects on their passing. Very Good Book
I recommend this book to anyone who needs help through the stages of grief.It is practical and insightful. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Abridged Audio - Misc. Nonfiction    2. Audio Adult: Books On Tape    3. Death, Grief, Bereavement    4. General    5. Pets    6. Unabridged Audio - Misc.Nonfiction    7. Nonfiction    8. Pet Loss    9. Self-Help   

Subjects:  1. Death / Grief / Consolation    2. Essays    3. General    4. Non-Classifiable    5. Nonfiction - General    6. Pets    7. Pets / General   

Subjects:  1. Domestic animals & pets   

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A warm hug for your broken heart
This book is like receiving a hug from a whole bunch of people who have also lost their special pets and feel as bad as you do. It is brief, basically every chapter deals with one stage of the grieving process and offers stories/situations that you can identify with and offers advice on healing and validation. That's it no more and no less. Don't expect a bunch of info. on any issues of any sort. I would suggest that you also get another book such as "Coping with sorrow on the loss of your pet" by Moira Anderson, which is excellent and deals with a lot of issues and is very informational. However, do get this book it gives you what you need when you're in pain and need a shoulder to cry on. Quick Read on a very tough subject
My vet lent me a copy of this book after my dearly, beloved 17 1/2 year calico cat died.It's a quick read (which at a time like this is necessary -- my concentration level just isn't here) and deals well with such a tough subject. dealing with your sorrow
After having my animal put to sleep after trying other alternatives with no results, I had to deal not only with the grief but guilt.Why guilt, that I couldnt answer since I had spent thousands of dollars on a dog trying to make him live a little longer. I found this book and after reading this not only did it help ease my mind, it also helps me when Im feeling down.I miss my collie but I have come to realize there is a time you have to do whats best for them and not whats best for you. This author deals with a sensitive subject that adults and children deal with as long as there is a animal in their life. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Bereavement    2. Death    3. Death / Grief / Consolation    4. Death, Grief, Bereavement    5. Pet owners    6. Pets    7. Psychological aspects    8. Psychology   

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In loving memory
For anyone who has lost a pet, those cherished loved ones of our family, this book will remind you of why you made an animal a part of your life in the first place.The memories of love and joy that our pets have brought us and why it was all worth it, even with the heartbreak of losing them.They give us comfort, love and laughter.This books brings forth those warm, sentimental feelings once again.This would not only make a nice gift for someone grieving the loss of a pet, but also bring comfort to us all.

Working through the pain of loss of a pet
In our society we have various acceptable ways to deal with the loss of a loved one.Everyone knows what is expected of them and the rituals that we go through to help us to work through the grief.However, the loss of a family pet can be very devastating and leaves the pet owner with no set of rituals to help move pass the pain."Parting Words/Parting Ways: Saying Good-Bye to Your Pet" fills that void. Parting Words/Parting Ways: Saying Good-Bye to Your Pet
A beautiful tribute to pets of many, like me, who loved them dearly.Personal testimonials and words of love spiced with writings of people like Winston Churchill, Henry David Thoreau, Ralph Waldo Emerson, George Eliot and those of whom you've never heard but whose thoughts are beautiful seques to the pet owners' loving messages.Laura Ritter Carlson has a heart of gold and a true understanding of God's gift to humans (our pets) and those of us who loved and continue to love them.Read more

Subjects:  1. Bereavement    2. Death    3. Death / Grief / Consolation    4. Death, Grief, Bereavement    5. General    6. Pet owners    7. Pets    8. Psychological aspects    9. Psychology   

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A wonderful, thoughtful book
i've read it more than once, each time i find myself discovering new way to help children cope with Pet Loss.this is truly a wonderful tool for everyone. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children and animals    2. Pet loss    3. Pets    4. Psychological aspects   

Subjects:  1. Bereavement    2. Death / Grief / Consolation    3. Death, Grief, Bereavement    4. General    5. Parenting - General    6. Pet loss    7. Pet owners    8. Psychological aspects    9. Psychology    10. Psychotherapy - Child & Adolescent    11. Veterinary Medicine - General    12. Coping with death & bereavement   

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Excellent expression of grief.
My late wife left behind dozens of books on or about cats, this was one of them.While it is aimed at helping those who grieve the loss of a beloved animal companion, reading it was almost like hearing her voice whispering in my ear about how to best deal with her death.A loving gift for those that are suffering the loss of a pet.Recommended.

a tiny, pocket-sized "poem" book
There are only about 30 pages in this tiny book.It's approximately 4.5 x 6" and hardcover.Every two-page fold has a black and white picture ("sugar lift etching") of a cat, and a few words of the poem that fills it.The title of the book is the beginning words of the poem.It is from a cat's point of view.Read more

Subjects:  1. American - General    2. Animals    3. Cats - General    4. Death, Grief, Bereavement    5. Essays    6. Pets    7. Self-Help    8. Works by individual poets: from c 1900 -   

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a beautiful and artistic homage to pets!
This books not only celebrates the beauty found in pet cemetaries, but the beauty found in the human/animal bond. Michele illustrates through her magnificent photos how deep and eternal the love can be for the animals in people's lives. The stories told are endearing, encouraging the reader to reflect on his own fond memories of the pets in his life. "Goodbye, My Friend" is agracious tip-of-the-hat to pets and petowners everywhere!

FINALLY ALLOWED TO WEEP FOR A PET
Animal lovers face a double problem when a pet dies. The sense of loss can equal that which we feel for a human; but many people look askance at the person who mourns a pet. After all, it was "just" an animal. Touching and sentimental journey
Be sure to have plenty of kleenex on you when you read this touching and sentimental book about people's beloved pets. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Death, Grief, Bereavement    2. England    3. General    4. Pet cemeteries    5. Pets    6. Photoessays & Documentaries    7. Photography    8. United States   

Subjects:  1. Christianity - Christian Life - General    2. Christianity - Christian Life - Suffering & Grief    3. Death, Grief, Bereavement    4. General    5. Religion    6. Religion - Christian Life    7. Religion - Christian Living    8. Christian life & practice    9. Coping with death & bereavement    10. Domestic animals & pets    11. Religion & Beliefs    12. Religion / Christian Life   

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A Wonderful Approach to Memorializing a Beloved Pet
Recovering from the loss of a beloved pet takes a lot of time and tears.Counselors in this field have always recognized that there are some special activities that can help the healing process.One of the most successful of these is the creation of a special garden of memory for a beloved deceased pet.Read more

Subjects:  1. Death / Grief / Consolation    2. Death, Grief, Bereavement    3. Gardens    4. General    5. Landscape    6. Pet owners    7. Pets    8. Religious aspects    9. Sanctuary gardens    10. Symbolic aspects    11. Family & Relationships / Death, Grief, Bereavement