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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

She spent 366 days searching for her cats after losing them in the LA fires: I promised my babies'

Most nights for the last year, Darlene Hamilton slept four hours and woke at about 4.30am. She wanted to sleep, but she could not. Instead the 66-year-old started the day at her Altadena rental home in morning darkness with a familiar routine, scouring through websites of local humane societies and lost animal groups in search of two familiar little faces.
California
#grief
Pets
fromTiny Buddha
3 months ago

The Grief No One Talks About: How to Heal After Losing a Soulmate Pet - Tiny Buddha

Losing a lifelong companion animal causes deep disenfranchised grief that requires validation, gentle self-care, rituals, preserving memories, and ongoing integration into daily life.
Pets
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Saying goodbye to a pet is never easy

Losing a pet causes profound grief often unrecognized by others, and euthanasia decisions can relieve suffering yet carry heavy emotional burden.
#grief-counseling
fromnj
1 week ago
Mental health

Dear Abby: I had to euthanize my dog and I can't begin to describe the depth of grief I'm experiencing

fromnj
1 week ago
Mental health

Dear Abby: I had to euthanize my dog and I can't begin to describe the depth of grief I'm experiencing

Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

Help! My Neighbor's Kid Did Something Horrific to My Cat. Now They Expect Me to Do the Impossible.

You are not obligated to comfort someone whose texting while driving killed your pet; it is appropriate to set firm boundaries with their family.
Pets
fromTVovermind
1 month ago

Content Creator Shares Heartbreaking Update Of Dog's Passing Due To Dad's Negligence

Influencer Ashley Yi's four-year-old Pomeranian Nimbus was killed by a coyote after her father left him outside overnight despite explicit instructions.
Pets
fromwww.fortmorgantimes.com
3 months ago

Losing a family pet gives parents a chance to teach children about death and grieving

Parental guidance during a child's pet loss helps them accept death's permanence and builds healthy coping skills for future grief.
Film
fromESPN.com
3 months ago

Hamilton's love for Roscoe made F1 superhero relatable, human

Lewis Hamilton's greatest strength is his relatability, shown by public grief over his dog Roscoe, revealing human vulnerability despite fame and success.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

I spent months testing insomnia cures then grieving for a pet made sleep impossible

Iggy's death led to prolonged insomnia despite prior successful sleep-aid experiments, including mouldable silicone earplugs that enabled sustained sleep by blocking high-frequency noises.
Film
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

The most emotional terrorism in a movie I've ever seen': Why does an animal's death on film affect us so deeply?

Films that depict beloved pets aging and dying provoke intense emotional reactions and recurring social-media outpourings.
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

Talking About Pet Loss: 3 Common Mistakes Parents Make

Children often take vague language literally, leading to confusion, fear, and anxiety. Clear, age-appropriate words like 'Bacon died' build safety and security.
Pets
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fromSFGATE
5 months ago

San Francisco rabbit with over 55,000 followers dies suddenly

Alex the Great, a beloved Flemish Giant rabbit, has died at 4 years old due to health issues, leaving behind a legacy as a local celebrity.
Pets
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Beloved ballpark therapy bunny, Alex The Great, has died after complications from cancer

A beloved therapy bunny named Alex The Great has died at age 4 from cancer complications.
Pets
fromsilive
6 months ago

Staten Island backyard chicken dies at the remarkable age of 11

The passing of Linda, a cherished hen, marks the end of an era for the author and reflects on the joy pets bring.
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