Coping with grief

Pet Loss/Bereavement Support Resources

Losing a pet can be a difficult experience, and it’s okay to ask for support. The following resources may be helpful to you or a loved one processing the grief of losing a beloved member of your fur family.

OrganizationDescriptionWebsite
Lap of LoveFree weekly online pet loss support groupshttps://petloss.lapoflove.com/?_gl=1*132g540*_gcl_au*MTAyOTk1NjI1NS4xNzkwNDM0Nzky
University of Tennessee Veterinary Social Work DepartmentFree online monthly pet loss support group for anyone in need, not just their clientshttps://vetsocialwork.tennessee.edu/pet-loss-support-group/
Michigan State’s Vet HospitalFree online pet loss support group for anyone in need, not just their clientshttps://cvm.msu.edu/hospital/services/social-work/pet-loss-support-group
Association of Pet Loss BereavementPet loss chat room with trained volunteers multiple times during the weekhttps://www.aplb.org/chat-with-us/
Cornell Pet Loss Support HotlineFor anyone in need, not just their clients
Phone: 607-218-7457
Monday through Friday, 6 to 9 PM ET
Saturday and Sunday, 12 to 9 PM ET
https://www.vet.cornell.edu/impact/community-impact/pet-loss-resources-and-support

Last modified on September 26, 2026 at 3:12 pm