Coping with Pet Loss | What do do when your companion crosses the rainbow bridge

Pets often add Structure Socialization Like humans, there are triggers all around that remind you of your pet Sights, sounds, smells Rituals You may second guess yourself or feel guilt if you had to make an end-of-life decision or if the death was particularly premature The loss of a child's pet may trigger a sense of guilt and helplessness as the child grieves The loss of a pet may trigger memories of prior losses and open old wounds This was the only secure relationship I ever had. Death of your parent's pet The loss of a pet may trigger reflection on your own mortality TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 00:38 Human Pet Bond 07:35 Impact of Pet Loss 15:50 Grief and Disenfranchised Grief 30:00 Coping Strategies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices