When love means letting go: A guide to assess your dog’s quality of life
Wondering when to euthanize a dog? Use our when to put your dog down checklist to recognize end-of-life signs.
Dog grief
Dog grief: Just like people, dogs grieve and may go through the five stages of grief — denial/isolation, anger, depression, bargaining, and acceptance.
Recognize quality of life signs, so you know when it’s time to say goodbye to your elderly or sick dog so your pet doesn’t suffer.
Let yourself grieve your dog’s death. Knowing that your grief will gradually lessen is little comfort when the pain of their loss is still fresh. But there are some healthy ways in which you can work to cope with your feelings.
Time to say goodbye? A compassionate guide for dog parents
Explore the bittersweet realities of pet ownership, including understanding when it’s time to say goodbye to your dog through euthanasia.
Healing from pet loss: Steps to bring comfort and closure
Learn how to mourn your dog’s death with practical tips for healing, honoring your furry friend, and supporting children and surviving pets.
5 heartfelt ways to keep your dog’s memory alive
Consider five ways to keep your dog’s memory alive from creating a memory box to planting a tree or volunteering at an animal shelter.
Know the signs so you can prepare to euthanize your dog
Deciding it’s time to euthanize your dog is difficult. Work with your veterinarian to provide hospice care before making the final decision.
5 unique ways to remember your dogs after they die
To help you grieve, use the memorial ideas in this article to remember your dog and celebrate the life of your beloved pet.
Dog cloning: Should you copy your pup?
Dog cloning offers a genetic copy of his or her beloved four-legged friend. But before you make that decision, determine whether you need to clone your dog.
How to deal with grief after losing a pet
When a pet dies, it’s perfectly normal to feel grief. It’s OK to express your sadness, disappointment, or anger.
Help children cope with dog’s death
When a family dog dies often is the first time a child experiences death or has to think about what death means.
Why pet portraits are the best way to remember your best pal
Pet portraits capture your pet’s personality and provide a perfect addition to a gallery wall or mantle display of family members.
