Includes bibliographical references (pages 143-149) and index.
Contents
The bond between human and pet -- When a pet dies suddenly -- When a pet is euthanized -- Telling the children -- When the pet is a companion -- The grief process -- Coping with the loss of your pet -- Helping the bereaved pet owner -- Dealing with guilt -- Do pets grieve? -- Final farewells -- Pets and spirituality -- Getting another pet -- Animal abuse -- Healing activities -- Happy endings.