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How To Deal With A Recently Deceased Pet

By Jerry Hughes


Nowadays, men and women keep pets around for various of reasons. Some get it for companionship, others for security reasons, while some for more practical functions. For instance, blind people might get a guide dog to aid them in their day to day lives. Families also commonly adopt animals to keep as pets and treat them as part of their family.

Following this logic, it is highly understandable for owners to feel saddened by the death of their beloved animal. Often times, these animals are treated as members of the family, so when they begin to lose their health or dies in an unfortunate accident, it can be hard on the people who have taken care of them for a while. Found below are some tips in how to deal with a Recently Deceased Pet.

Whether your pet has fallen extremely ill or has become weak because of their age, you are usually able to tell when they are about to die. Their health usually deteriorates, and they start to lose energy quickly, or may even refuse to eat their meals and drink water. At this point, you need to begin preparing them, as well as yourself with their eventual passing.

Take note, they will not be around in your life much longer, which means you should find the energy to be around them as much as you are able to. Do some fun activities that you think they might enjoy, or prepare a meal for them that they love. Use the available time you have left to create new memories and use it as a chance to make them happy in exchange for all the happiness they have given you.

When spending some hours together or engaging in activities, make sure to take some pictures together. This will serve as a remembrance of your pet, and give you the chance to reminisce upon good times spent with them before their passing. Most often, people will have these pictures framed or printed out and displayed in their homes.

Sometimes when an animal is suffering highly from an illness or due to old age, most veterinarians will suggest giving them an earlier death through euthanasia. There are some instances wherein this would be the best solution, especially when you no longer wish to let your pet suffer and be in constant pain. Whatever your decision may be, it would best to discuss it with your veterinarian.

Before your furry companion leaves your life forever, allow ample time for you to say your goodbyes. This is often the hardest stage because you have become suddenly aware of how little there is left and the fact that you must begin to let go of them. Allow other family members and friends to visit and say their goodbyes as well, to let them feel how loved they are.

Once they are gone, give yourself an enough period to cry and mourn your loss. It is completely normal and valid to feel deeply saddened by the death of a pet, especially when you have shared a bond that cannot be easily broken. Even though it hurts, it is healthy to remember them from time to time and reminisce on all the good times you had instead of the bad.

After a certain time period, you will begin to accept their death and start taking steps to move on with life. While they may be gone, they will forever remain in your heart and give you comfort when you feel saddened. Remember, your pet took joy and pride when they felt you were at your happiest, which means you should try your best to do so.




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