Dealing with the death of a dog
As a dog welfare charity, we understand the impact the loss of a dog can have and we want to help.
Dealing with the grief of losing your dog can be very difficult and painful. Dogs Trust are here to support you in your time of grief and help you on the path to healing. We have put together a suite of information below to help dog owners cope with the loss of a faithful friend.
Take a moment to reflect
Give yourself a few moments to connect with the stories of others who are feeling the loss of their precious dogs. Chef and author Clodagh McKenna has recorded a special podcast episode in which she speaks about the joy of dog ownership, as well as the grief experienced when a dog passes on.
I've always had a dog by my side, so they feel like an intricate part of me
Clodagh McKenna, Celebrity chef and dog lover
How to talk about losing a pet
There can sometimes be a lack of validation and support in society around your grief for a dog who has died. At Dogs Trust, we understand profound impact the loss of a dog can have. To help, we interviewed Grief Recovery Specialist, Louise Griffey. Louise talks about loss she felt when she lost her beloved dog, and how grief can impact us, and how you can support yourself during this difficult time.
Suggested articles
Losing a dog can have a heavy emotional toll on you and your household. Here you can find resources to help you prepare to say goodbye to a beloved pet, and advice for coping with dog bereavement.
Coping with pet grief
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Explaining dog death to children
Helping grieving dogs
Making memories with your dog
Afterlife Admin
Considering Euthanasia
Memorial dog tags
Pay tribute to the memory of your faithful friend with a Dogs Trust memorial tag
Memorial dog tags
You can leave a lasting tribute to your best friend in our legacy garden.