Pet bereavement support groups online?

Question

I recently had to have my cat of 15 years euthanized. She had a liver problem. Even though I had some time to get used to the idea I'm having a hard time with the grief. Does anyone know of any support groups online other than APLB? They're nice people but the chats are limited to certain times. I've checked for my area and there aren't any here.

Answer 1

My favorite place that helped ME so much is, "In Memory of Pets" ... see link below.



So sorry for your loss... I understand what you are going through.





Me… kittyslave23… I know my place.

Answer 2

Because it was part of the family! If they had the cat for a long period of time this is especially difficult. I 'm a huge animal lover and I get upset when I see an animal that has been struck buy a care when I don't even know it. Be grateful you have a caring heart! If the cat has been with your family a long time look up the poem Rainbow Bridge maybe this will be comforting. And I'm sorry for your parents cat too......

Answer 3

American Self-help Sourcebook

Search Term = 'pet'

Epilepsy Foundation

http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org

Information and support for people with epilepsy, their families and friends. Publishes Epilepsy USA magazine and a wide range of informational materials for people of all ages. Referrals to local affiliates (many of which have employment related programs). Information and referrals.





Angelman Syndrome Foundation, Inc.

http://www.angelman.org

Mission is to advance the awareness and treatment of Angelman syndrome through education, information, reasearch, advocacy and support for affected individuals with Angelman syndrome, their families and other concerned persons.





Gluten Intolerance Group of North America

http://www.gluten.net

Mission is to increase awareness by providing accurate and up-to-date information, education and support to persons with gluten intoerance, celiac disease/dermatitis herpetiformis, their families, health care professionals and the public. Offers e-mail support, news magazine ($35), information and referral, conferences, guideance to those starting groups, group development guidelines and cookbooks.





Celiac Sprue Association/United States of America, Inc.

http://www.csaceliacs.org

Provides educational materials on celiac sprue, dermatitis herpetiformis and basics for the gluten-free diet to patients, parents of children and professionals. Children's camp in August in Rhode Island. CelKids network. Provides opportunities for support groups and networking with patients and professionals. Newsletter and annual conference. Group development guidelines.





The Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement

http://aplb.org

Offers support for those who have lost a pet. Site has chatrooms, local support groups catagorized by state, counselors, pet chaplains, hotlines and coping with euthanasia. Support for children coping with pet loss. Site includes E-cards, newsletters, memoriam, events and training programs.





Peter's Anomaly Support Group

http://www.petersanomaly.org

Support for families of children with Peter's anomaly. Message board and forum. Many useful links.





Sorry to hear of your loss.

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Pet Loss Grief Support

http://www.petloss.com

Moderated board that offers support and understanding for persons grieving the loss of their pet or who have a pet who is ill. Provides personal support and thoughtful advice. Also offers "Monday Pet Loss Candle Ceremony," chatroom, tribute pages and other resouces.