Grieving For A Lost Pet.
There's nothing worse than losing a pet, as you may already know through personal
experience. Whether, you, a friend, or your loved one recently lost a cat, dog or a small animal, the pet was undoubtedly a special part of yours, his or her family.
The grieving process for a pet can be just as challenging, as it is for a human being, especially if the animal was around for years. I know the feeling all too well.
Personally, I believe mourning a pet can also be unique in the sense that an individual
is grieving the loss of unconditional love. It is safely to say on my part; I find animals are more faithful and loving than most humans. Pets also tend to be frequent companions for their owners, leaving a void once they move on to the afterlife.
There are also special considerations pertaining to animal deaths, such as the manner
in which the pet died. For example, euthanasia may be necessary depending on the
circumstances, which can make a pet death especially traumatic.
Pet owners may feel a wide range of emotions including guilt and anger, just as they do following the passing of a human being. There is no way to bring back the pet, but just
know that your pet is no longer suffering. It can equally be a long period of time to grieve
for your pet. Take all the time you need.
By : Julia Geraldine Smith