Pet Loss

Countdown to Forever

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Sydney, the dog my ex and I share, is dying. How do I say goodbye? 

What I Wish I Could Tell My Younger Grieving Self

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45 years after my mom died, I finally know the impact of loss across time.

My Cat’s Death Broke My Brain

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It wasn’t just my heart that went to pieces when she left my side.

Had My Dog Come Back as a Squirrel? 

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My beloved beagle died, but he still seemed to inhabit our yard.

Paying Tribute to My Peeps

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My 13-pound Bichon Frisé was my best friend, my loyal companion and my professional buoy. So why isn't there a blueprint for mourning a pet who loved me as much as any human did?

My ‘Recovery Cat’ Would Never Recover

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When Kali died, she took with her 16 years of secrets.

Stilled and Beating Hearts

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Pregnant with our first child, I felt my baby's kicks grow stronger as our beloved feline's heart slowly failed.

Finding Support

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Looking to connect with others who have suffered a similar loss? There are support services for just about every kind of grief.

Modern Loss’ Grief Reads

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Some Modern Loss-approved essays, articles, radio shows and multimedia features taking on loss and grief of all kinds.

Losing Sal

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Losing a pet is a peculiar experience. Animal lovers get it, but others don't. They ask when you're getting a new one. Like you’re replacing a broken toy.