My pet died suddenly. How do I cope with this overwhelming grief?

Can you call a friend or family member to come and be with you? I'm concerned about your state of mind, and think you need something there with you. I am so very sorry you lost Kamilo so suddenly, but I'm sure that he was very loved and had a great life with you. Please call someone to come and sit with you.

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mattie. Losing a pet can be one of the hardest things to go through. There are a few things that may be able to help. Many veterinary clinics (and some local animal shelters) do offer grief counseling for the loss of a pet, as well as support and craft groups that allow owners to share their stories, and even create memorials for their pets. If that is not available, speaking with a counselor or therapist in your area may also help so that you do not have to go through this on your own. There are also resources online such at The Rainbow Bridge, where you can chat with and share stories with other owners which may help you to remember the good times you had with Mattie, instead of the sorrow over her loss. It sounds like Mattie was very loved and well cared for during her time with you, and she likely loved you just as much.

I am terribly sorry to hear about your loss, I can only imagine how heartbroken you are. I advise to neuter pets all the time, and it is the right decision to take because it saves them a lot of suffering as they get older. Don't blame it on yourself, you just chose the best for him and he knows it. Dogs are very very special and they sense everything, he knows he was very loved and that's why you all miss him so much. The pain will not go away, will change over the course of time. In my case spending time outside, walking, embracing my family helped me gradually feel better, which felt impossible in the beginning. I know it feels impossible now, but give yourself time. Sending you love from the other side of the world.

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your pet. I am not sure how old she was, but losing a pet no matter how old or young is still hard to cope with. Over time it does get a little easier to cope with this lose and you should always cherish the good moments you had with your pet. As a side, you do have the option of getting any pet a necropsy (examination of the body rigth after they pass) to hopefully determine the cause of death. It is impossible to know for sure what caused her demise based on the symptoms you described but it is possible she may have had a stroke, an underlying heart condition or cancer. Again I am so sorry for your loss and send my deepest condolences to you and your family. Take care.

I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Motis. It sounds like she was very loved and had a wonderful home to live her life in with a loving family. If you're having trouble coping with her loss, checking out resources such as The Rainbow Bridge may help as you can connect with other owners and even create a digital pet memorial for Motis. We're also here to help if you have any other questions during your time of loss.

You are very welcome. Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss. Losing a beloved pet is extremely difficult, especially when they pass suddenly, and I hope that as time passes, your grief will ease. It sounds like you have given him a lovely burial spot, and you can consider making a headstone for his resting place as a memorial to him. You are in the my thoughts.

Here at Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach we are very sorry for your loss. We are glad to hear that we were able to help you with him. Please let us know if you ever need anything else from us. We will be thinking of you as you go through this difficult time.