Grief & Loss

The loss of a beloved cat, dog, or other pet is always a difficult time, and it can be especially confusing and painful for children. It’s important for the whole family to grieve in their own way, but for children, talking about what’s happened and being open and honest is a vital part of the grieving process. Depending on their age, children may not fully understand what’s … [Read more...] about Creative Ideas to Help Children Grieve the Loss of a Pet

What happens when you can no longer care for your cat? Our beloved cats usually have shorter lifespans than us, so we prepare ourselves for losing them, but sadly there are certain situations where people can’t continue to look after the cats that have become a part of their family – what happens then? Whether you are elderly and about to move into a nursing … [Read more...] about Planning for Your Cat’s Future

When a family member or a beloved pet dies, naturally the remaining members of the household will go through a grieving process as you all try to deal with your loss. But do cats grieve too? Whether it’s the loss of a feline or human companion, or even another pet, such as the family dog, you may notice a change in your cat’s behaviour that may be attributable to grief. Do … [Read more...] about Coping With Loss: Do Cats Grieve?

Losing your beloved pet is a heartbreaking and emotional experience, and as much as we might wish they could live forever, it’s one that all cat or dog owners will face at some time or another. It can be even harder if people you know don’t fully understand the strength of the bond between you and your pet. Like me, you may have experienced sentiment along the lines of “but he … [Read more...] about Grieving and Coping With the Loss of Your Cat