Bereavement

Saying good-bye to an animal friend can be very difficult. The unconditional love shared over a lifetime is like no other. It is a truly special gift, that remains forever & always within us. Other pets may grieve for the loss of a companion too. Cats grieve for dogs, and even dogs for cats. Spending more time with surviving pets, giving them more attention and affection will help everyone. Hugs help! You may be surprised too see that one surviving pet comes to enjoy being "top dog". Remember, all good things take time. There will come a time when a remembrance of the love (still) shared  makes you smile. In the meantime, you might try adding a few drops of Rescue Remedy to the water bowl as it is freshened daily, (an all natural herbal formula widely used to reduce stress and anxiety in pets, and people too). Dr Allen would be happy to help with any worry you may have about your lost pet or with surviving pets. If there comes a day you consider bringing a new friend home, not to replace the one lost, but to start, in building a new loving, lifelong relationship, Dr Allen would also be happy to help you. However, if you were referred to Dr Allen for end of life services at home by your regular vet, she will not be available to be your new vet.

 

The Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement, www. aplb.org

Bereavement Resources for Pet Loss, www.catanddoghelp.com

Wisdom for Pet Parents, www.veterinarywisdomforparents.com

Argus Institute of the Colorado State Veterinary School, www.argusinstitute.colostate.edu/grief

Tufts Veterinary School Pet Loss Support Hotline, 508-839-7966, www.tufts.edu/vet/petloss

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  • "Dr Allen is absolutely amazing. I contacted her because my elderly cat Clara was very ill, and needed to be put to sleep. My regular veterinarian did not do House Calls and I wanted Clara's passing to be as comfortable as possible- in her own home, on her own bed, surrounded by peace and love. Dr Allen came to my home within three hours of my phone call. She was overwhelmingly kind to both Clara and me. Clara's passing was completely serene, which was exactly what I wanted. I CAN NOT recommend Dr Allen's veterinary services enough. She is simply a WONDERFUL veterinarian, and all pets deserve a doctor like her."
    Hadley, MA

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