Pet Loss Support

Many pet parents feel alone when their beloved pet dies. Lap of Love is honored to walk with you in your grief journey and invites you to attend one of our coach-led, educational support groups. These free, listen-and-learn sessions are presented by a compassionate, professional grief coach and provide a safe, empathetic environment for those who are struggling with loss. Anyone who has experienced the loss of a pet is welcome to attend. Sessions are available several times throughout the week virtually via Zoom.

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Our specialty support groups focus on targeted topics that cater to specific grief needs. These small groups provide a more intimate and personalized experience, and members will have the opportunity to share and receive guidance from a professional grief coach. Sessions emphasize healthy coping skills, grief reactions, and honoring the life of your furry family member. Anyone who has experienced the loss of a pet is welcome to attend. Meetings take place virtually via Zoom.

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These courses are designed for pet parents who wish to gain an additional level of knowledge and support regarding the loss of their pet. Developed by our pet loss support team, the curriculum is educational, and each session focuses on specific aspects of losing a beloved pet. Attendees will learn more about their loss, with reflection activities recommended between sessions to assist everyone in their grief journey. Participation and sharing are highly encouraged in these small group sessions. These sessions are held via Zoom and are led by an experienced grief coach.

Cost: $149.00 for the program

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*This program is limited to 6 participants per session. It is designed to allow an intimate group setting with open dialogue at the end of each session.

Grieving the loss of a pet is a very personal experience and the journey to healing is different for everyone. Our individual support sessions are for pet parents who desire personalized support on how to heal following the loss of their beloved pet. Individual call sessions are led by a highly trained, professional grief coach who will offer a compassionate ear and a caring safe space for the sharing of feelings and emotions surrounding the death of a loved pet.

Cost: $55.00 for a 50-minute session

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*Individual support sessions are not meant to be a substitute for mental health support with a licensed mental health counselor. Our pet loss support offerings are available as a “companioning” model, providing support to the caller, not counseling. Callers will be provided with additional counseling service referrals if requested.

When your pet is no longer physically present, keeping their memory alive through a memento or keepsake can both honor them and help ease the grieving process. Whether it’s a painting of your pet or a necklace made from their pawprint, an object that you can hold in your hand creates a sense of everlasting connection.

Our Pet Memorial Keepsakes site was created for those who seek comfort in mementos after saying goodbye to a pet. The site offers a range of unique memorial items from carefully selected companies. We hope you find an item that perfectly symbolizes the forever bond between you and your beloved friend.

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The loss of an animal companion can lead to challenging emotional responses that warrant professional mental health support which is beyond the scope and training of the Lap of Love Pet Loss Resource Line staff. While we are here to provide compassionate grief support, we are unable to appropriately evaluate human mental health concerns and do not provide mental health counseling. The services of the Pet Loss Resource Line are not intended to directly support or provide a substitute for definitive mental health care, especially in a crisis. We may be able to help you find pet loss support resources in your area, but we cannot provide referrals to specific mental health services.

If you or someone you’re concerned about is depressed, unable to cope, or having thoughts of self-harm or harming others, IMMEDIATELY call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988 or call your local non-emergency resource center. For emergency services, please dial 911.

Additional emergency and crisis services include: