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Goodbye, Friend: A Journey Through Pet Loss and Grieving: Emotional Healing and Comfort for Parents and Children Experiencing Grief from the Death of a Pet
If You’re Struggling to Say Goodbye, This Book Offers Comfort in the Hardest Moments.Losing a pet feels like losing a part of yourself. They weren’t just animals—they were companions, confidants, and family members who filled your days with love and routine. Their absence creates an empty space where joy once lived, leaving behind quiet moments that feel too still and a loneliness that can be hard to explain.
Grieving a pet is a deeply personal journey, often layered with a mix of emotions like sadness, guilt, and even anger. You may feel guilty for not doing more or regretful over the things left undone. Memories can bring both tears and smiles, as the pain of their absence clashes with the joy they brought.
In Goodbye, A Journey Through Pet Loss and Grieving, you will
Why Losing a Pet Feels Like Losing Part of YourselfUnpacking the Unexpected Emotions and Layers of Grief That Accompany Pet LossHow to Find Peace with Euthanasia and Your Role in ItManaging the Void Left in Daily Life After Losing a PetHow to Let Go of the "Should Haves" and Honor Your ChoicesGuiding Children Through Pet Loss Without Fear or ConfusionHow to Navigate Insincere Comments Such As "It Was Just a Pet"Simple Ways to Celebrate Your Pet’s Life and LegacyHow to Honor Your Pet’s Memory in a Way that Brings ComfortCreating Keepsakes That Bring Comfort and Keep Their Spirit CloseHow to Know When You’re Ready for Another PetLet Goodbye, A Journey Through Pet Loss and Grieving be your guide to healing. I’ll walk through this journey with you, offering my own heartfelt memories about losing my golden retriever, Max.
Max wasn’t just a dog; he was my shadow, my comfort, and my greatest source of unconditional love. When I lost him to lymphoma, the grief felt overwhelming, like a weight I couldn’t lift. But through sharing his story—the struggles, the love, and the lessons he left behind—I hope to bring you comfort and understanding as you navigate your own loss.
You’re not alone in this, and together, we’ll find a way to honor their memory while healing your heart.
Grieving a pet is a deeply personal journey, often layered with a mix of emotions like sadness, guilt, and even anger. You may feel guilty for not doing more or regretful over the things left undone. Memories can bring both tears and smiles, as the pain of their absence clashes with the joy they brought.
In Goodbye, A Journey Through Pet Loss and Grieving, you will
Why Losing a Pet Feels Like Losing Part of YourselfUnpacking the Unexpected Emotions and Layers of Grief That Accompany Pet LossHow to Find Peace with Euthanasia and Your Role in ItManaging the Void Left in Daily Life After Losing a PetHow to Let Go of the "Should Haves" and Honor Your ChoicesGuiding Children Through Pet Loss Without Fear or ConfusionHow to Navigate Insincere Comments Such As "It Was Just a Pet"Simple Ways to Celebrate Your Pet’s Life and LegacyHow to Honor Your Pet’s Memory in a Way that Brings ComfortCreating Keepsakes That Bring Comfort and Keep Their Spirit CloseHow to Know When You’re Ready for Another PetLet Goodbye, A Journey Through Pet Loss and Grieving be your guide to healing. I’ll walk through this journey with you, offering my own heartfelt memories about losing my golden retriever, Max.
Max wasn’t just a dog; he was my shadow, my comfort, and my greatest source of unconditional love. When I lost him to lymphoma, the grief felt overwhelming, like a weight I couldn’t lift. But through sharing his story—the struggles, the love, and the lessons he left behind—I hope to bring you comfort and understanding as you navigate your own loss.
You’re not alone in this, and together, we’ll find a way to honor their memory while healing your heart.
150 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 17, 2024
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May 8, 2025
A very a compassionate and well written book from a pet owner’s perspective. For me personally, I thought it was important to read a book from a place of understanding of losing a dear pet. The subjects were sensitive and thoughtful. I also liked how the author started with a small story of his esteemed dog, Max, before each chapter that related to that particular chapter. His heartfelt stories felt genuine and were so relatable. My heart ached as I followed the author’s stories and his journey too, of losing a furry best friend. It’s been two months since our beloved black cat, Maurice, passed away and this book gave me hope that I will be okay eventually, and that it’s ok not to be right now.
I picked up another book with a similar title before reading this book by Owen Whitmore, and the books couldn’t be more different. There’s really no comparison to Owen’s writing and the warmth this book gave me. I highly recommend this book for anyone who has lost a precious pet/family member and needs support, even if it’s through pages of a book. ❤️
I picked up another book with a similar title before reading this book by Owen Whitmore, and the books couldn’t be more different. There’s really no comparison to Owen’s writing and the warmth this book gave me. I highly recommend this book for anyone who has lost a precious pet/family member and needs support, even if it’s through pages of a book. ❤️
March 28, 2025
A Compassionate Guide for Healing After Pet Loss
Goodbye, Friend is a heartfelt guide through the pain of losing a pet. The compassionate approach offers comfort and healing for both parents and children. The illustrations are beautiful, and the messages resonate deeply. This book helped my family navigate our grief with love and understanding. It is a truly comforting read!
Goodbye, Friend is a heartfelt guide through the pain of losing a pet. The compassionate approach offers comfort and healing for both parents and children. The illustrations are beautiful, and the messages resonate deeply. This book helped my family navigate our grief with love and understanding. It is a truly comforting read!
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