{"id":1817,"date":"2019-09-21T22:56:26","date_gmt":"2019-09-21T22:56:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mypetsies.com\/blog\/?p=1817"},"modified":"2020-10-27T00:45:16","modified_gmt":"2020-10-27T00:45:16","slug":"cope-pet-travels-rainbow-bridge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mypetsies.com\/blog\/guest-blog\/cope-pet-travels-rainbow-bridge\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Cope After Your Pet Travels Over the Rainbow Bridge"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>We are a professional blog site that may receive compensation or free samples from the companies whose products and topics we write about. We are independently owned, and the opinions expressed here are of the writer. To read the full disclosure<span class=\"m_2499868100915388402m_6384780637443166212gmail-Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mypetsies.com\/blog\/uncategorized\/blog-disclosure\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.mypetsies.com\/blog\/uncategorized\/blog-disclosure\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1549473936639000&amp;usg=AFQjCNGUBPCM0tkxikwApxW-b87mnn7ehA\" data-mt-detrack-inspected=\"true\">click here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>______________________________<wbr \/>______________________________<wbr \/>____________<\/p>\n<p>When a pet dies most people expect to feel sad, but you may have other emotions as well. For example, you may feel angry or guilty that you didn\u2019t spend more time with your pet before they died. It\u2019s natural to feel a range of emotions when you are dealing with loss of your best friend. If your dog has passed away, the pain may feel unbearable. Experiencing the loss of a pet is difficult every time. Here are some steps you can take to help you cope.<\/p>\n<h2>What to do After a Pet Passes Away<\/h2>\n<p>The first step to take after your pet travels over the rainbow bridge is to take a moment for yourself. This is a hard moment and you may feel overwhelming emotions. If your pet died at home, you can then call your vet and they will be able to give you steps for moving your dog\u2019s body and recommending a cremation center. You can also choose to bury your pet yourself. There\u2019s something special about having a proper burial for your pet and always having them close to home.<\/p>\n<p>If you are having trouble after your dog passes remember:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>There are <a href=\"https:\/\/petremembranceday.org\/\">online forums<\/a> where other pet owners can speak openly about their emotions after losing a pet<\/li>\n<li>There is a Pet Loss Hotline you can call at (877) GRIEF-10.<\/li>\n<li>Many veterinarians provide support services for families that are coping with losing a pet<\/li>\n<li>Friends and family are the best support system for when you are dealing with the loss of your dog<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The Grieving Process After the Loss of a Pet<\/h2>\n<p>The grieving process is as unique and different as each person. For some it will last days, for another, it may take years.<\/p>\n<p>Some pet owners may feel anger or denial, which may be directed at anyone involved with the pet, including family, friends, and veterinarians. Families may also feel guilty about what they did or did not do in the days and weeks leading up to the pet\u2019s death. After these initial feelings subside, you may experience deep sadness or grief.<\/p>\n<p>Pet owners commonly face these overwhelming emotions and it may be helpful to reduce the painful reminders like their pet\u2019s material possessions throughout the house. Removing these objects can help quell the immediate pain you feel after your pets passing.<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mypetsies.com\/\">Remembering Your Pet<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mypetsies.com\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-1810 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mypetsies.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/09\/memorialize-dog-3-.jpg\" alt=\"petsies pet stuffed animal\" width=\"169\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mypetsies.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/09\/memorialize-dog-3-.jpg 169w, https:\/\/www.mypetsies.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/09\/memorialize-dog-3--150x200.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Making a Petsies of your past pet can bring comfort to the entire family.<\/p>\n<p>Doing something special to remember your pet can be therapeutic for the whole family. Having a small burial or ceremony for your pet can be helpful. The possessions left behind by our pets can serve as a painful reminder after their death but in many cases, you can keep a leash or a toy to remember the happy times you spent with them.<\/p>\n<p>Looking at old photos of your pet can also help you through the grieving process. There are many options online to upload your photos into a print book or album. Thanks to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mypetsies.com\/\">Petsies<\/a>, you can now turn your beloved pet into a custom stuffed animal. It\u2019s a wonderful way to honor and remember your beloved. Make sure you talk to everyone in your family about the different options for memorializing your pet. Some family members may not be ready until some time has passed.<\/p>\n<h2>Getting A New Pet<\/h2>\n<p>Rushing into getting a new dog isn\u2019t fair to you or your new pet. Each animal has their own personality and a brand new animal cannot replace the one you lost. You will know when it\u2019s the right to adopt a new pet after giving yourself time to grieve, considering all the options and paying close attention to you and your family\u2019s feelings.<\/p>\n<p>Just be sure to wait until the time is right when you look for a new dog. As pet owners, we know that we will most likely outlive our pets, but we can still remember all the amazing love and fun they brought into our lives while they were with us.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We are a professional blog site that may receive compensation or free samples from the companies whose products and topics we write about. We are independently owned, and the opinions expressed here are of the writer. 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