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Give yourself time to go through the stages of grief. Losing someone you love, whether human or canine, is a tragic event that needs time to heal. The typical stages of grief are as follows: denial, bargaining (such as with a higher power or nature itself), anger, guilt, sadness, and finally acceptance. There is no time limit for each part of the process, and you might experience the stages all at once or in a different order. The bottom line is to give yourself time to heal without trying to act like everything is fine right away.

Find a friend who will listen. Having someone to talk to during this time of grief is extremely important. The best kind of listener will simply allow you to say what you need to say, and won’t try and change the subject because she’s uncomfortable.

Sometimes you need someone to reminisce with, remembering and celebrating the good times of your life with your beloved pet.

Check out bereavement groups. Losing a pet can be as traumatic as losing a family member, and many support groups are available to help you during this time. Ask your vet or local pet trainer for recommendations of groups in your neighborhood.

Don’t try and replace your pet right away. Some grief-stricken owners rush out and try to get another dog to fill the empty spaces left by their last pet, but this is not the best course of action. Don’t get another dog until you feel you’ve healed from the pain of losing the previous one. Getting a dog too soon may only be a reminder of the one who left, and you may not find yourself with the ability to care for the new dog the way it deserves to be cared for.

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