Grief over Pet Loss: How to Cope and What Needs to Change 

When people say “it’s just a dog” or “just a cat”, I feel sorry for them. They’ve obviously never experienced the deep, essential love of a beloved animal companion. With great love and joy comes great grief too. As you say, these are legitimate emotions to feel, and the impact of the loss can be profound.

i quit my job when my dog of 13 yrs died after a long battle with bone cancer, i had to take so much time off, and i didnt give a crap what anyone thought. jobs are a dime a dozen, my dog wasnt. he was with me 24/7 we seen British Columbia north to south on our roadtrips. i will miss him, loosing Herman was the same pain as loosing my dad and im NOT ashamed to say that. RIP to both of the men in my life. I hope you are running together in heaven. :( xoxo

The older you get, the harder the loss. Prayers for all those that experience this sadness.

My cat died 5 days ago. Honestly, it has been a hard week. I've cried every time I think about him. No one seems to understand the pain and sadness I feel. All I can do is remain grateful to God for the moments spent. Thank you for this video. ❤

I don't think it gets any easier....and it's not supposed to. But with age and wisdom you grow to appreciate the lives they led and what they taught. Every creature in my life has taught me something and still lives in my heart.

I find the loss of a dog far more difficult than any human. Thanks for talking about this.

Lost my girl of 14 1/2 years almost a week ago. I’ve cried so hard everyday. I feel as if my life was shattered. I’ve been completely devastated. The agony of losing a pet is real. Losing her was more detestation than any human loss I’ve ever had to experience

I've had many pets over the years. Each time, it gets harder and harder, as it chips away another piece of me. Paying this toll is how we get to be part of these beautiful souls' lives. Yes, they do have souls. Nobody can change my mind on this. Losing one is losing a family member.

Strange timing, I’ve been inconsolable as the vet is coming tomorrow evening to put my beloved German Shepherd down. Almost made it to 12, but lost the ability to walk and is in pain. My almost 19 year old cat will soon follow😢. Love to all missing their pets who have passed on.

So sorry that Murray passed. My 6 lb chihuahua Missy died in 2018 and I still cry every time I talk about her. My precious 10 1/2 year old Min pin Buddy passed on this month, January 11. I cried almost non stop for 3 days. I just barely started leaving the house. We did everything together. My heart is broken. To me they are family and the grieving is enormous. God Bless you all

My pet loves me more now that my ex did for 26 years. He greets me at the door every day when I come home from work. Now that's true 'unconditional love's'.

My 14 year dog passed away recently due to old age but by the time he was alive, little did I know that the last time I would see him would be our last goodbye in that day. 💔 I appreciated the unconditional love he gave me during the years and I know he's in a better place now. 🕊️ His wings might have been ready, but my heart wasn't. I send love and peace to all, missing their pets who have passed on.

My service dog Noble died last Saturday. I have never experienced euthanasia. When he left a huge part of me did also. The struggle is real. Family doesn’t understand the depth of my grief. 10 years was not enough so many wonderful experiences. Sorry for all who have lost their baby.❤🐾

I’m retired military and retired federal wildlife officer….throughout almost 5 decades, I was responsible for leading, supervising, managing people. I always made it a point, to get to KNOW, those that I had responsibility -organizationally speaking-for. I tried to know them as men and women, versus “assets”. That required knowing something of their backgrounds, their interests…and of course their personal lives. I always knew, when those men and women had close bonds with animals…indeed those that did, were some of the best men and women I had the pleasure of knowing and working with. I always treated loss of a dog, cat…even horses….once I knew of the animal’s passing…I treated it “seriously”. In my line of works, both military and law enforcement…if their hearts and minds weren’t in the game, it put those of us that worked with them, and the public in some instances, at risk. I always allowed them whatever time they needed to rebound. Sometimes, that meant “time on the beach” (yep, I’m Navy), time in the office, or just time to themselves. Also, while in some cases, I think that I did, I tried hard NOT to say “I know how you feel”…rather saying “that makes me sad, too….take whatever time you need”. I never felt that anyone abused that….and I always felt that my people had my back, just as I watched out for their “six”. Good reminder, Doc….to feel for those around us.

I think the most comforting part of losing a pet is knowing that I made sure they had a fantastic life. To know that I did my very best and that I have lots of good memories of them. Then, as sad as it is, I know my pet had a great life and that is , in itself reassuring.

My dog has been living at my uncles place on his farm, i went out to visit him the other day and he was such a sweetheart, tail wagging, tongue lolling, he was quite literally jumping with joy to see me and I just got a text message that he died in his sleep. Almost no warning signs other than a bit of an upset tummy for just over a day. I haven't stopped crying all day and I dont think im going to feel better for a while. He was buried with his favourite blanket in the field, after a life full of sleeping on leather couches and kisses. His fur didn't even have a chance to turn grey yet. See you across the rainbow bridge someday Hank

I am a retired tough skinned nurseryman from England. I have never found losing any of my dogs easy. I lost my mother about 10 years ago, which was sad but she was old and crackers to be frank. It was nothing compared to the utter devastation on having my last old Jack Russell (I always have three on the go) put to sleep…..the pain was utterly crippling…..I have two other old ones now (featured with on the Plantsmans corner channel) who’s time is coming and I dread it. However, confessing the pain of losing the dog was worse than losing my mother is somewhat embarrassing, and I know most folk will see it as disrespectful or cold. But it’s the truth and the pain is so different because of the trust they have in you that you can make everything right for them. You see it in their eyes, love, faith, and trust. It is so utterly heart-wrenching. Thank you for your channel and advice. Best wishes from the UK……Malcolm

The pain of loss is huge.

I had a "friend" tell me "get over it, it's just a dog". Obviously, you don't know me at all. Beginning of the end of our friendship.

I recently lost my cat Beau. He was only ten, but cancer of the tongue is very quick. I did not have much time to get used to the idea that it was fatal before he was gone. He was my constant companion, followed me like a dog, came when I called him. He was one of those super intelligent cats who understood so many words and sentences. I loved him. I found the feeling thankful for the time that we had together and for the fact that we found each other at all was the best medicine for me. Remembering all of our good times together oh, how funny he looked sleeping on his back all the time. His beautiful blue eyes. He slept on me and next to me every single night. Fortunately I took a great many wonderful pictures of him. I will love him forever. He is not the first cat that I have loved and lost. But, this time it hurts more than it ever has. I think it's because we had an extra special connection.

I cannot even go down the dog food, treats, toys aisles in stores because my eyes fill with tears. It has been 2 years that my precious dog Sophie lost her battle with congestive heart failure. She was 14 years old. Her constant companion and BFF Emmy my cat followed her to Heaven just weeks after Sophie. She also was 14. The loss of those 2 girls left me with such sadness even though I have taken in a couple homeless cats. These new cats do help me.

I was fortunate that my employer gave me 7 days off when my Lola passed. With pay(listed as sick leave),I thank the entire office and flowers send to me telling me me how much cared,they were all pet ownerd

Thank you for putting this much needed conversation out there. I just lost my cat Miles, and the grief is real, and just as intense (if not more) as the loss of human family. I did not attend any Thanksgiving or Christmas celebrations because I just didn't feel like it, and quite frankly, didn't want to hear anyone imply my feelings are not valid. Miles was my family, and I will always miss him. Thank you again, and, I am very sorry for the loss of your beloved Murray.

It hurts so bad. All of us who love our pets know that pain. I still cry when I think about my pets that have died.

I lost my Chihuahua Rosie she was 16 years old she died on November 22 2022 it not only affected me affected my other dogs I think of her everyday I miss her so

One of my neighbors always used to say he was sorry when one of my pet passed but until he lost his own dog, he never realized the loss But you have to understand they’re always with you. I’ve been in contact with them frequently they’re there. Until we meet again❤

We lost our family dog, Rimshot, a few months ago. We got him just before I found out we were pregnant with our first child. I did home births with all 3 of my children and he was in the house for each one, so my kids met him within the first few hours of being born. He was their stool, mess cleaner, watch dog, cuddle bug, and so much more. I have a video of my oldest "fixing" Rimshot...he was using his toy drill and saw on him and he was just laying there letting him. He played dress up with my daughter and snuck into food with my youngest. The other day, while on a drive, my youngest, who is 4, said, "I'm hugging Rimshot because I'm hugging myself and he lives in my heart."

I’ve had the privilege of having dogs in my life since being a young girl. Each one was so very special to me and when they passed, they took a piece of my heart with them. My Lab, Kody, passed away three years ago and it took me that long to open up my broken heart again to another dog who desperately needed a home and love. The grief from our pets’ passing is very real and anyone who doesn’t understand this has never been loved unconditionally by a creature who thinks you are his whole world.

I've lost my cat a week ago, and the pain is real. I miss her terribly. She was not "just a cat" for me; she was the first pet I called mine; she was the daughter I haven't had; she was my center. It was painful to let her go but the pain she was in was visible and had become more and more a real part of her day. We have decided to euthanize her, and seeing her lifeless body on her pillow was so hard. We, pet owners, have to go through this pain in our lives, and letting our beloved pet go is not something minor. We need to be strong. I miss my cat everyday. It's been sad; I know this feeling will get better as time goes, but still hurts.

its been 3 years and i still burst into tears every day people don't realise how attached you can get my moses was very disabled and i did everything for him i never left his side ever so i took it very hard when i lost him to cancer . i tried to get another dog this year but couldn't handle it so my daughter now has a beautiful puppy . i don't think i will get another dog i cant get over loosing my beloved moses.

My profile is "Old Cat" 21yro calico. Buried under apple tree. One third of my life time, she was when she died. Longtime friends are long-time mourned, gratefully appreciated, as our memory serves us. Thank you Dr. Jones💞😪🙏

My granddaughter and I still cry when we reminisce about her first horse, who had such a great impact on her life…and that was 10 years ago! At least we share the grief and have each other to cry with. I’m so sorry about Murray and understand your grief 💕

Thank you for this video. My Woodson passed away 12/06/22. He was 10. It's been extremely hard as this is my 1st time loosing a pet. I'm to the point where I don't cry everyday. I will never forget him & I keep his things around me. I also have his ashes. Grieving has no time limit.

I had a special relationship with my cat Elijah. The loss of him at age 10 from kidney failure in Nov last year was devastating. I still think of him everyday. The rest of the world moves on but my heart is still hurting. Thanks for bringing awareness to this. I was sad to hear you had lost Murray. I can so relate to how you are feeling. 😢

I’m so sorry about your Murray. Pet loss does feel worse to many of us. I believe it’s because of the unconditional love and companionship. They don’t betray us like humans can and no matter how bad (or good) our day is our pets are always there, looking up at us with their soulful eyes and a smile, giving us their all. ❤️

I’m so sorry for your loss hun. I suffer from pet loss a lot cause I take in the abused that have health issues and older animals in their golden years. I have a lot to love and it helps me get thru! They all miss the “family member” not just us! We help each other get by!

We here, know how important this is. Many times our beloved pets are closer to us than even some of our human family members. God bless them all🙏❤️🇦🇺

When I was a kid, I used to think it must have got easier to cope with losing a pet. But man, it gets so much tougher. And some pets hold a more special place in your heart than others, and they're with you all the time.

I lost my baby 2 days ago. It’s so weird waking up and she’s not scratching at my bedroom door for food, or pulling the bathroom door open while I’m on the toilet. Oh god I miss her so much.

I only just lost my eldest dog Sage earlier today. She had to be taken to the vet to be put down. She was 15 years old and had gone blind, deaf, with dementia. Its been a really tough day for the whole family 😢. I can't stop crying. And now the atmosphere in the house has changed. Especially since theres suddenly only one dog instead of two. They were half brother & Sister, two years apart. Even though her end was expected to happen soon and we were prepared for it, everything feels very strange. Miss you Sage (Sweet LillyBean) ❤️‍🩹🐾😭🐕

This comes with such good timing, I’m a mess, I lost my baby girl in my profile picture at the beginning of January and I’m trying so hard to deal with the grief which seems insurmountable. Thank you for all that you do and are and for making such a difficult video, I understand and I’m so sorry for your loss ❤

The grief of losing a loved pet is real. They give us love and joy, unconditionally. I’m so sorry for your loss.

I've shared my life with,and lost many dogs over the years. I've also lost a 13 year old child,and although there's no grief or pain to ever equal the loss of a child(10 years later and it's still as raw as the day it happened)the closest thing to that has been the loss of my dog beautiful pit/lab mix Riley,,14 months ago. I can't seem to get past it. She was without a doubt the best dog I ever had,sweet,kind,sensitive. She was there for me when I lost my son. Her fur soaked up many tears lol I feel stupid bc "it's just a dog" and "how can you compare the death of a dog to the death of your son" .........I know. What helps is learning to live WITH the grief,but still have a happy,healthy life. It's not easy,and I'm not there yet when it comes to Riley. But,it's the ONLY way I was able to live with losing my son. I compartmentalize the pain,bring it out sometimes when i need to,cry,then put it back......I'll get there with my beautiful Riley too❤️

My mom passed away a few weeks ago which was absolutely devastating to me. My Shih Tzu rescue dog knows that I'm grieving and is trying her best to comfort me. I'm convinced that dogs have empathy and also grieve. She misses my mom too. Often times our pets become even more important to us after the loss of a loved one and I'm so glad you made this video because grief is a serious issue. It's not something that everyone can just shake off and move past with ease. 💙

Long time pet sitters go through this too. Every time.

I’m so sorry to hear about your loss of Murray. I lost my dog recently and I hardly go a day without crying. I miss her so much. She was always so healthy and we took a lot of pointers from you. We noticed she wasn’t eating her kibble, but she was still eating the home cooked food we prepared for her. My husband took her to the vet and the vet said she had a loose tooth. We were very surprised because her teeth had always been in good condition. She had it removed and they discovered a mass in the roof of her mouth. They said it was so fast growing that it wasn’t detectable when they found the loose tooth…just a few days earlier. After the surgery, she wouldn’t eat at all. She continued to drink water but nothing else. We even took her to a large university veterinary hospital and they said there was nothing they could do. She had oral melanoma and only lasted 17 days. I really don’t know how she lasted as long as she did without eating, but I guess it was because she was so healthy before the cancer. I am so sad and I am having a difficult time with her death. We had taken such good care of her and it’s so hard to accept. Thank you for addressing the grief we feel in losing our pets.

Thank you for addressing this. It took me 3 years after her death before I could even look at a picture of my beautiful, loving cat because the loss hurt so much.

Thank you for this video. So sorry for your loss. I enjoyed watching your videos with Murray. I had to make the tough choice to have my 18 year old cat euthanized 4 months ago due to renal failure. I had him since he was born and he was the best cat I ever had, I loved him dearly. I still cry almost every day, feeling depressed and kinda lost at times. He had an amazing life and I will always think of him. To those out there going through the same thing ,thoughts and prayers.🙏🙏

Thank you Dr. Jones. Needed this. Just lost my beloved dog on December 27th. It has been so very hard. Glad to know that I am not alone in my grief. So very sorry for your loss of your beautiful Murray 💙

My advise is to not wait to get another pet. You can really bond with the new pet while grieving for the old pet. I made that mistake after I had to put down my last dog and was in a deep depression for many years. Thankfully Ruby Doo came into my life and we rescued each other.

My beautiful Belgian Sheepdog, Beau, was a rescue dog that I adopted from a local animal shelter. He was an amazing, loving, loyal, and smart dog. He developed a nasal cancer just over a year ago. The cancer spread to the lymph node in his neck and became a large tumor. It became difficult for him to breathe. Two vets told me that his quality of life is poor and that I should considering euthanizing him. I scheduled a mobile vet that arrived at my home today. When she gave him a sedative, he suddenly got up and walked around the yard. I had second thoughts about continuing the process. I had cancelled this visit three times already. The mobile vet said he was stubborn (about dying) However, I think that Beau was determined to live. I'm not sure if that's a normal reaction. Now, I feel guilty for cutting his life off short. It's so heart wrenching to make the final decision. However, he is now deceased, and they carried his body to the van. I will be picking up his ashes in an urn. He lived for 15.5 years. I will really miss him and heartbroken over his loss. He will never be forgotten and always be in my heart.

Our pets are more precious than anything. I'm not ready for that time but yet I cry when I think of my dog passing and it devastates me to think of it. Sending love and light to all those that are grieving. You are not alone

My 15 yr old cat was diagnosed with oral squamous cell carcinoma. I cry daily but haven't given up. I'm treating him with many supplements and a good diet. Unfortunately he can't chew so I'm syringe feeding him. If orvwhwn he does die I can at least say I did everything. So very sorry about Murray and Lewis. It does get harder and a chunk of your heart goes with them. I comfort myself with the knowledge that I will see all of them again. Deepest condolences and hugs to everyone going through this at the moment.🙏💟

I still think about my sweet beautiful chihuahua girl Lala everyday even though it’s been about 3 years. I’m sorry about Murray the goodbyes are always so so hard

I'm so sorry about Murray. I loved him. He was so sweet. Every time one of my cats died, my legs got really heavy and it was hard to walk. It went on for a long time. And I cried so much I had headaches all the time. I so much dread the day when my boy I have now dies. I don't know how I will be able to stand it. My parents, grandparents and some of my friends have died. It's the same for me whether a human or a cat. So really I'm scared of that day when he dies.

Thanks for sharing this. My husband and I grieved our first dog together longer than family members. It was 6 years before I could even talk about him without tearing up. Had lost other pets and did not grieve them the same way or near as long. Found out some of my coworkers experienced the same thing. Though they are all precious some pets are so unique they definitely take a bigger chunk of us when they go. My condolences.

We had to lay our 17 yo cat to rest on 10/29/23, seven and a half months ago. My soul hurts and my grief is right under the surface. When I talk about him, my eyes fill with tears immediately. I feel the pain of everyone who has lost a pet. 😢

Rest in peace Murray. My 17 year old Boston terrier Joon was put to sleep today and I’m in pieces. Absolutely inconsolable at the vet office. I’ve been sobbing nonstop since then and even typing this right now. I feel like nobody in my life understands that losing a animal companion, when you come from a broken home where both parents emotionally neglected you and were abusive, is just so devastating. I lost my one and only safety I ever had growing up. No matter how mean my mother was to me, no matter the horrible things my dad would scream at me, no matter how much they both told me I was a disappointment and never approved of me… I would come to my room and cuddle with her in my bed and for once in my life feel safe. Feel not judged. Feel truly loved and accepted. I would look into her eyes and feel so at peace. I hope she is at peace too, she deserves it after everything she did for me to keep me alive and grounded during my traumatic childhood. I can’t wait to be reunited with my baby Joon someday.

Thank you Doc for this vlog. It's so important to recognize our relationships to our companion fur babies.

RIP Murray 😿. Thank you for sharing. I lost my first pet rabbit several months ago. It was rough, I had no idea it would be so hard.

So very sorry the your loss of Murray. He had such a loving home with you as his daddy. We will never forget our beloved pets who brought us so much joy, but we try to cope the best way we can. I try to cope by taking care of unwanted cats and dogs and shower them with the same Love that I had given to my two dogs who have passed away. It has been a year now and I still cry, I miss them so very much. They will forever be in my heart as Murray remains in yours . God Bless!

Rest in peace Murray 🙏 Prayers for you and the family. So many many memories though : )

I can say that I been thru the same thing and it isn't easy, in fact, it's very hard to deal with losing a pet. My dog Petey, whom I had adopted only was with us for 4 years. He had a brain tumor and I had to have him euthanized. I still live with my decisions on that fateful day but I knew ot had to be done. I still think about him every day but he lives on in my mind and my heart. RIP Murray and so sorry to hear of your loss Doc!!

Thank you Dr. Jones. My cat, Joy, went to Heaven early yesterday morning. She had been with me for 15 years, just her and I, since I picked her up off of a highway as a very small kitten. You are so right. You are in my prayers. Murray was beautiful.

I'm sorry for your loss doc. Prayers please for my Chihuahua son Peanut that he feels better soon. He's feeling somewhat better from the past two days Thank God. I Love you

we can't get used to the loss of our little earth angels. Hugs to all who still feel this loss.

Sorry about the loss of Murray. I've lost several dogs & 3 cats in my life. It's always a shock. God Bless you & Murray.

My baby boy died in 2021 he had a stroke at home....I had to let him go 16 years and grew up with my kids he was my third son....I have yet to morn him life hasn't slowed down since...and life feels empty.....he was pure joy and innocence...he went thru a lot with me and the kids....idk life just seems a lot less happier now

Dr. Jones no one but the others that love animals like we do understand how devastating looseing a pet is. I'm so sorry you lost Murray recently and I do understand what you are going through Only time passing helps the pain for me but it passes so slow when you need it to speed up during the grieving process.😭

You’re so right Doc, they make you laugh, make you cry and eventually break a piece of your heart. No one ever really ‘gets over’ a death, especially when your so loved companion is there one minute and gone the next.You have to learn to live with it, the good memories will resurface

So sorry to hear about Murray. He was adorable. Sending prayers to you and your family. RIP Murray🙏❤

They are our family members. They love us and our faithful to us. Their life matters. They are our friends. I’m so sorry for your loss with Murray. He was wonderful. ❤

I miss Murray so much. But you miss him more. Hope and pray you will cope well with the loss at your own pace. It is so hard to discuss pet loss with some friends who just don't get it. They would say, "It's just a dog" or "It's just a cat." They would trivialize things if you make mention about your grief. I lost my senior cat to CKD last September and it broke my heart into a million pieces. I closed my online shops for a month to cope with the loss. It helped. It also helped there was one cat lover-friend who understood my pain and listened to my stories of grief. Have at least one person of the kind in your life.

IT KILLS ME every single TIME! Because they are a STRONG part of my life! It is literally a VOID!

I am so truly sorry for your loss. I know exactly how you feel. My cat of 18 years just passed on Saturday, January 21, 2023. This video was perfect timing. Thank you so much for all your videos. They are very informative. I learn so much from them. Please keep them coming. Thank you

We lost our Mr Katt a few years ago, suddenly fell seriously ill and pretty much gone when I got him to the vet. The Vet had to put him down. He was 20 and was an awesome cat! BUT, as I was dealing with that I got a text from my husband, he was on duty and one of the pilots came in with a very tiny ball of fighting fur that they pulled out from under one of the vehicles. Someone had to throw it over the fence because it was a secure FAA area. She was only about 6 oz...so tiny. I was heartbroken about Mr Katt but felt the need to go to the hangar and get this little kitten to safety. We brought her home and named her Chopper....I think Katt knew I needed her and it was meant to be. We will always miss him.

My horses taught me that it is not the end. The first few almost killed me as my heart literally broke. But I learned from each one and reflected on the lessons each taught me. What great teachers they are if we are sensitive to that. It is not the end and they have graduated! Animals have one foot here in the physical realm and one foot in the spiritual realm .There is no separation from Source for them. They are Source in different meatsuits. It's us that puts that sort of thinking out. We make it so much more worse than it truly is. I have another horse that I am getting ready to help cross the rainbow bridge and it will be a celebration. I also have a 15 year old poodle that looks like he could be here for a while yet but I have already given him permission to go when he feels he has graduated from this classroom. Or is it I have figured out the lesson he came here to teach me? hmm lol They also make room for the next souls to come to teach us...

Condolences on Murray. I didn't get another dog after I lost my buddy 40 years ago and I still feel the pain. I got a rescue 6 years ago, she's now around 10 and I fear the day I will lose her. I know I saved her and have given her a good life, but she is really slowing down. It is so hard to lose a best friend.

The pain and sense of loss are horribly real. I am 65 now, and have only ever shared my life with small breed dogs, and the particular thing about small dogs is, no matter how old they get, you always see them as children. The empathy of others is very important after a loss. My last boss was a total merciless, tightwad sociopath who would take no excuse and give no quarter under any circumstances, but, incredibly, the day I had my Yorkshire Terrier, Magnet, sent to sleep, he turned up on the job and gave me a week off with pay, and I understood immediately that he had experienced the same. I never forget their birthdays, and never forget them. We owe them so much.

RIP Murray 🙏 prayers for you and your family.

You are SO right!! We lost our blind, deaf rescued pug Petey 3 months ago, but this is the first time in my entire life ( I'm old!) that I've not had a pet at home to greet me and help me over the loss. Many people have been very supportive and that helps but I still feel devastated. He'd been an abused dog, so it took a few years to get his total trust, but our happiness was that he bonded with us. Don't know how long the incredible sadness will last, but giving him happiness was worth it.

Thank you so much for this I agree bereavement days should apply to pets...we lost our dog in 2021 I am still having some trouble it also made me an extreme worryer about my next oldest dog its very taxing and some people just don't get it. I am so sorry to you and everyone that had lost a pet ..it just shows how loved they are and how much we were loved by them by how hard this is.

Dr. Jones, I completely agree with you, pet related issues (pet loss, pet assistance, compulsory business trips without taking your pet with you...) are never considered by society. It's a tragedy. Grieving is never easy, and I am very sorry to hear that you're not so well. I am still mourning the loss of my beloved 19-year-old cat. It happened 7 years ago, and today, it is still like day one. Time has stopped. I know I will feel this pain forever, and I have accepted it. I sincerely hope that you have someone to talk to, someone who can understand what you are going through, and I hope that this video & our comments contributed to make you feel a little bit better. Please, take your time to heal. That's the most important thing you can do. I wish you and your family all the best.

I'm soooo very sorry for your loss. I was a zombie for two months straight after my beloved husky died and I still feel the loss from time to time even though years have passed.

I just lost a second beloved dog last week. It's very difficult and my condolences to you as well. You are so right, we need to be more compassionate with those grieving. It's different for everyone and it takes time. 🙏

My deep condolences for Murray and my deep condolences to everyone who has commented, regarding the loss of their Loved Ones. They will always be with you and their energy is bonded in some way to yours and ours and will be, forever... Best. M

Dr. Jones I'm so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest condolences. I too, just loss a 7-month-old Yorkipoo to cancer. I can't begin to explain the pain I felt. No matter the age of the pet the pain is the same. I've had several pets in my lifetime and the grief was devastating with each one. They are family and the grief process takes time and is definitely necessary to heal. As with every situation in my life, my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ brought me through and healed my hurt. Your videos are such a blessing for me and my pets. They are heartfelt and sincere. I'll be praying for your heart to heal. Speaking for myself and I'm sure most of your RU-vid family, we love and appreciate you. Take care and remember there's no earthly sorrow that heaven can't heal.

I really appreciate you sharing, as I loss both of my Chihuahuas during covid. And still dealing with it, they died within 2months apart. Then after that my dad passed away around the same time. So a lot has happened within the past couple of years. So thanks again.

Each time we lose a baby it hits us harder and harder and sometimes it seems we can deal better and other times not...like a roller coaster. Life gets hard..knowing we will be reunited helps...but yes it is draining...our Heart goes with them..Feels Good when we can give Love to new Babies and those that are left with us.

My Miss Daisy passed after 13 1/2 years. 13 of those years was spent in a wheelchair but she had a great life and was a loving pittie to everyone. We were inseparable. I cried everyday for a year, its now been a lil over 2 years, I think of her everyday just like other family members i’ve lost. She was family❤️❤️❤️💔💔💔

thank you for this. You are quite awesome and I wish there were more like you out there!🐶♥️

So sorry for your loss, Doc! I know just how you feel. My soft spot has always been for my pets. I guess my bond with them has been more powerful than any human connection that I have had. They are our children. I have lost so many and still dream of them at night. I lost my last beloved feline pet a yr and a half ago. I took it much harder than expected! I have no other pet to comfort me! Most people don't understand how deep your love for your pet can be. I was in shock and had to have every light on in the house. I had great anxiety even bathing and washing my hair. My entire equilibrium was thrown off for months. I was never in such a bad state. Then 6 months later, just when my brain was beginning to recover, my best friend suddenly died. Now my 96 yr old dad that I care for is in the hospital with pneumonia. Me without a pet has never happened before. Talk about being in an altered state!!!!! But what is right with the world?!!! Prayers out to all of those suffering in grief and may God take care of the animals, children, elderly and all that are suffering!

You are so right . Thank you for this. Its such a loss when we lose a member of our family, which is exactly who our pets are. I have been there ,done that, seems like to many times. Hang in Andrew . Grief is a hard thing to predict. It is so worth it to bring a new member into the family ,when you are at a loss, at least for me, which has saved me. I am hopefully on my last family member who will be with me until the end.

I'm so sorry for your loss of Murray. May the all loving memories of him, live on in your heart forever. Thank you for sharing him with us on your videos. He always was such a willing patient, as he sat and listened to you educate us! He even had a smile as he looked out to all of us. He was lucky to have you for his pet parent. I also had to put my cat Cinders down, January 4th. I cried so hard my heart and chest 💔 hurt. I've lost few dogs and cats before her and it's same hurt. Animals are just so much part of our lives. They become so much more than animal. It's really a true love and bond. Only pet parents know this love. They are always there to comfort us during our bad times and good times. Than suddenly they are gone. It's okay to grieve their loss. It's part of healing. Please know they will be waiting for us. Some might even feel them still around. I did. The evening when I put Cinders in her resting place, I was crying as I walked back to the house, it was almost dark, I had comfort of the outdoor Christmas lights on the tree where I placed her. I guess the lights were now her memorial. I see it from my kitchen window. I made my coffee for morning, looked out, and told her I loved her and was crying hard again because the routine with her, was no longer 😢 I laid in bed, and as I was drifting off on my left arm, I felt 3 taps. I felt l it was her, saying she's still with me.

Toby, my cat has been gone just over two months. I see him everywhere, its so hard. Im 86 years old. He was 18 yrs old. I lived with him longer than ANYONE in my life. I miss him so much.

I lost my baby boy Rottie, Kaiser, in October 2023. He was 8 years old. I'm still grieving, and I find myself crying whenever I think about my big boy, Kaizer. So, I loved him then, and I will always love him.❤❤❤❤❤

Thank you for this 🙏😔 I lost my fur baby, a 10 yr old pug on 1st Jan this year, so heart broken 💔 she was with us since she was 36 days old. Just can't seem to get over her loss. Will love and miss her till we re unite in heaven... My thoughts and prayers are with everyone grieving the loss of their fur babies 😔🙏

I adopted a 14 yo poodle almost 2 years ago. He is currently doing okay but every day I get up and treat every day with him like it could be our last day together. I am fortunate enough to work from home so we are never apart. I always say it’s that hardest act of love we have to carry out for them, making that horrible decision if we have to do so. I am so sorry about Murray.

In my case each loss of a pet takes a little peace of my heart with them.

So true Dr. Jones. It doesn't seem to get any easier, does it. I still grieve hard over my dog that died 10 yrs. ago, and all my cats that died over the years. My dog now is 10 and I really dread him passing. So much, that I wonder if I should even get another dog after. It is just so unbearable when they pass. Sending you big hugs, my friend🥰