Grief Resources
You won’t have to walk this journey alone
We are going to go through this together
Losing a beloved pet is one of the hardest experiences a family can face. Our pets are family, a companion, a source of unconditional love. Below you’ll find gentle resources, tools, and support options to help you process your loss and honor your pet’s memory.
Pet loss grief support built just for you.
We’ve built a comprehensive hub of pet loss grief support resources because we know how difficult it is to navigate bereavement while also searching for help. Whether you’re facing the recent loss of your beloved companion, walking through anticipatory grief with a terminally ill pet, or struggling months or years after your pet’s passing, we’re here to connect you with the specialized support you deserve. Below, you’ll find three pathways to healing: supportive community groups, verified individual counselors who specialize in pet bereavement, and immediate crisis resources if you need urgent help right now.
Join a Pet Loss Support Group and Find Your Community
We proudly partner with Anna McClain and PAWS Pathway to offer compassionate virtual pet loss support groups for individuals and families navigating grief, anticipatory loss, and healing after the loss of a beloved companion. These supportive group sessions provide a safe space to connect with others who understand the unique bond shared with pets while receiving guidance, comfort, and encouragement through the grieving process.
Support groups are complimentary. To sign up or learn more, please email pawspathway@gmail.com.
Compassionate One-on-one Support
We proudly partner with Anna McClain, a certified Pet Loss Grief Support Specialist (PGSS-C), who offers compassionate one-on-one grief support for families navigating the loss of a beloved pet. Through her organization, PAWS Pathway, Anna helps guide families through anticipatory grief, pet loss, remembrance, healing, and finding renewed peace while honoring the unique bond they shared with their pet.
For more information or to schedule support services:
Phone: (951) 744-0620
Email: pawspathway@gmail.com
Get emergency help now.
If you’re in crisis or having thoughts of self-harm, please reach out immediately. These resources are available 24/7, and you deserve support right now.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text: 988
Online chat: 988lifeline.org
24/7 free, confidential support for people in distress. Prevention and crisis resources.
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
Available anywhere in the United States, anytime, for any type of crisis. A live, trained Crisis Counselor responds from a secure platform.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Call: 800-950-6264
Text NAMI to 741741
Confidential, free crisis counseling.
National Depression Hotline
Call: 866-629-4564
Free 24/7 nationwide hotline for people struggling with depression and post-traumatic stress disorder.
You Don’t Have to Face Pet Loss Alone
Your grief is real, valid, and deserving of support. At Peaceful Pets, we’re committed to ensuring no one faces pet loss alone. Whether you choose a support group, work with a verified counselor, or reach out during a crisis, taking that first step toward support is an act of courage. We’re here for you throughout your entire grief journey.