Pet Loss Grief

Most of us have endured the pain of losing a beloved pet at some point in life and depending upon the type of relationship we had with our pet it will undoubtably measure how much pain we suffer after the loss. Some people develop a profound bond over time with their pet, while others may just enjoy having them around and usually recover from grief rather quickly. They may even replace their deceased pet right away to help them cope and move on from the grieving process more quickly. Everyone has their own unique way of coping with pet loss. The loss of a special animal companion can leave devastating heartache and most people will suffer in silence out of fear of not being taken seriously just because the loss was not a human loss. There are many people today in situations where their pets mean everything to them just like any human being could. Many have been let down by those around them therefore turning to an animal for unconditional love and company and as a confidante. This is quite normal as animals have qualities our fellow humans do not seem to indicate. Companion animals have now become an accepted part of our family and when a pet passes away we feel that as such. I lost my pet lizard just one year ago, and the pain I felt was so immense I didn't want to go on anymore. I felt the best thing I could do for myself and on behalf of my deceased pet was to write about pet grief loss and become a "Pet Loss Counsellor," in which I have only started studying at an online college. The bond I had with my pet lizard was very profound indeed. Our pets or as I prefer to call them "family members" teach us so much about ourselves if we are open to allowing them to educate us. Even after they pass into spirit the lessons themselves are more vivid and real. Heartbreaking grief over the loss of a pet is not something to hide or be ashamed of. Pets are our family and we grieve for them in that way. There are groups you can join on social media such as Facebook. This gives grieving pet carer's a chance to express their grief in a safe and non judgemental social environment

How Do You Express Gratitude to Your Animals

Gratitude helps us learn to live together in peace and harmony. Do you ever take the time to tell your animals how much you appreciate them? There are many ways to let them know how you feel. They do understand everything you say because they are all telepathic. Remember... even something an animal does that might seem annoying has one or more gifts within it that we can appreciate. ALL ANIMALS: I'm so grateful that you're here in my life. I love to look at you and watch the way you move. I love your eyes and the way you look at me. When I look in your eyes, my heart opens. You are so beautiful to me. Your body is so perfect for you; it is the Divine expression of your Soul. You are so special to me. You teach me so many wonderful things. Thank you for your wisdom, your kindness, your energy, and your very presence When you don't feel well or are grumpy, I appreciate the honesty of how you communicate that to me. Thank you for helping me to learn to communicate with you telepathically. Even when I don't fully get or understand your message, you generously keep on trying to teach me. You have such a generous and noble heart that I'm learning to be more open-hearted just by being with you. You make me laugh, and that is so wonderful and healing. I love you whether you are happy, sad, mad, or scared, and I'll do all I can to protect you, care for you, and keep you safe. You are precious to me, and I'm so grateful that you are here with me. Thank you. CATS: I love your gorgeous toes, powerful claws, your soft fur, your elegant tail. It makes me smile and feel good inside.when I watch you play. I love when you give me whisker-kisses, when you knead your paws on my body, and the sound of your healing purr. Thank you for using the litter box on a regular basis and for letting me know when something is wrong. Thank you for catching mice and for letting them know that they need to move out of the house. I am grateful to you for showing me your excellent hunting skills and for keeping the mouse out of my bed while you play with it. Thank you for jumping into closets and drawers to show me things that need to be sorted and reorganized. I appreciate your independent nature that mixes so beautifully with you expressions of love. I'm so glad you're here with me. Thank you. DOGS: I love your beautiful body, your soft fur, and the way you look at me with adoration. I'm so happy when you jump in my lap or cuddle up with me in bed or on the floor. I so appreciate it when you come when I call you. Thank you so much for letting me know when you need to go out to relieve yourself. Thank you for barking to let me know that someone has arrived or that you need me to pay attention to something. The sound of your bark is music to my ears. You have been an excellent partner for showing and other competitions. Even when we don't win 1st place, I appreciate the effort you make to please me. I'm so glad you're here with me. Thank you. BIRDS: I love your beautiful feathers, your beak, and legs, your talons, and especially your wings. You are so beautiful to me that I want to hug you whenever I see you. Since I cannot hug you as strongly as I want to, I send you energy hugs of love and joy. Thank you for your affectionate kisses. It makes me feel so good every time I hear you sing with your lovely voice. Thank you especially for giving up a life of free-flight to be here with me, living in a cage indoors. What generosity! You are teaching me just by being here, and I am so grateful. I'm so glad you're here with me. Thank you. FISH: I love to watch you swim in your fish tank. It gives me a sense of peace that is very precious to me and that helps me cope with challenges in my life. You are so beautiful. The way you move through the water is an elegant dance that fascinates me and takes me away from the busy life I lead. Your colors are perfect for you and bring me great pleasure. I'm so glad you're here with me. I am grateful to you for being willing to live in a fish tank that's much smaller than the wild world from which you came. Your generosity amazes me. Thank you. HORSES: You are amazing! Thank you for your enormous generosity and willingness to carry me on your back, even when you may be tired or in pain. Thank you for allowing me to sit in your heart chakra where you can feel all that is going on inside my body and my emotions, and for serving me in this special way that only a horse can do. Thank you for allowing your free spirit to be harnessed by humans so I can have the pleasure of your company. I appreciate all the efforts you make to take care of me when I drive or ride you. Thank you for letting me know when something frightens you or when you don't want to be schooled or ridden or participate in a competition. Thank you for always doing the very best you can even when I wish you could do better. I am so grateful to you for being with me. Your presence fills my heart with joy and love even when all I can do is groom you and look at you with adoration. I love so much to see you run with your mane and tail flying and the joy on your face when you buck and spin and express your freedom. Your sense of humor doesn't always match mine. Still, I love that you have the ability to laugh and to make me laugh. Thank you so much for being in my life, for all that you teach me, and for putting up with inexpert riding skills. Riding you makes me feel united with the universe, and for that I can never thank you enough. AN INVITATION: There are so many different species who live with humans these days.