The grief of losing a pet is tremendous. For children, it is often their first encounter with the reality of death and it can ...

Discover how the deep bonds we share with pets mirror human relationships, and explore the unique grief we experience when losing a beloved animal companion.

For many people, pets are family and have become part of the fabric of everyday life – reliable sources of comfort, joy, and ...

In the '90s, research suggested grief from pets dying versus grief from human loved ones dying was not the same. However, more recent peer-reviewed studies state otherwise — that losing a pet ...

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Psychologists who study the impact of pets' deaths on their owners say the feelings can resemble grief from losing friends or ...

Pets, particularly dogs, encourage physical activity. Regular walks and playtime can help distract from grief, reduce stress, ...

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