Author: Galen Seidler
Dealing with the loss of your dog is an extremely difficult thing.
Even if you have seen it coming for a while, it is still very hard. It
only gets worse the longer you had them as a part of your family. Some
children grow up with a dog, and cannot remember being without them.
Some other people find that their only companion is their dog. So when
they are gone, they are completely alone.
If you are unprepared, as most people are, the loss can be almost more
than you can handle. Sudden loss from an accident can magnify the
problems we can face. Fortunately there is a few things we can do to
minimize our grief.
Leave your home for awhile. You may not feel like a vacation but
perhaps a visit to family or friends will help you find a bit of
solace. Don't visit a house full of energetic small children if you
need quiet but take a break.
Just cry! Venting our emotions helps us acknowledge how we really feel.
By knowing how deep our pain is we can begin to deal with it. The
sooner you move through grief, the sooner you can begin to heal.
Talk about your friend to a human friend. Find another dog lover and
talk to them. Sharing your relationship is a healing process. As
healing begins, you'll want to give away most of your dog's possessions
- even if you think you may get a new dog. But consider keeping a
favorite picture or favorite toy as a nice memorial.
Think about a new companion. No new dog will ever replace your lost
friend but a new friendly face can help you get over your grief much
faster. Get all new supplies - make it a fresh start for both of you.
Know that time does lessen the depth of the wound. Nothing makes the
loss go away altogether but the pain softens and we move forward
positively with our lives. Time will not erase your memories so don't
be afraid to move forward.
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We hope your doggie friend has a long life ahead of him or her. Treat them well with dog treats or find spurge on some designer dog clothes. Make the most of the time you have now.
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