The loss of a pet can be a deeply painful experience. Pets are often important members of the family, and grieving their loss can bring sadness, loneliness, guilt, and other difficult emotions. For those coping with the death of a pet, or preparing for an anticipated loss, the following resources offer helpful information, guidance, and support.

Tufts’ Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine offers a pet loss support helpline, grief information, and links to additional support groups, hotlines, and resources.

This site includes articles about coping with grief, remembering a beloved pet, supporting children and older adults, and helping surviving pets adjust to a loss.

Find practical guidance for a pet’s end of life, including information about quality of life, euthanasia, cremation and memorial options, and downloadable planning tools.