Sometimes losing a pet can feel too sudden or too overwhelming.
There are many caring people who can relate to what you’re going through,
and can help.
Support Groups and Organizations
Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB)
Online support groups, chat rooms, and reading materials.
Wisconsin Pet Loss Resource Center
Online individual grief support, support groups, and reading materials.
Grief and Support for Loss of a Beloved Pet
Open Facebook group of people sharing their pets’ stories.
Univeristy of WI Together in Pet Loss
Virtual support group facilitated by a licensed mental health clinician.
Support Hotlines
Cornell University, College of Veterinary Medicine: 607) 253-3932
Tufts University, School of Veterinary Medicine: 508) 839-7966
Chicago VMA: 630) 325-1600
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988
Crisis Text line: Text HOME to 741741