Experiencing the death of a beloved pet is one of the most devastating events one can go through during a lifetime. You need all the support you can get during this difficult time. It is important to have support from friends, family, and other resources to help you in your time of grief. So today I’ll share with you a resource to get started. Here are 10 pet loss support hotlines to help you in your time of grief.
All the following pet loss support hotline numbers are potential options to assist and support you in your journey to finding healing. However, if you seek professional help from a licensed therapist in person or virtually, be sure to do your research and find a certified experienced professional with appropriate credentials that is suitable for you and your needs.
Do not hesitate to vet your findings by searching for customer testimonials, reviews, and recommendations from friends or trusted colleagues. Let this list of 10 pet loss support hotline numbers be a resource to help you get started on your journey to healing.
Pet loss support hotlines
- ASPCA (877) GRIEF-10 operated from 12:00 p.m. to Midnight EST daily. http://www.aspca.org
- Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice – National Pet Loss & Bereavement Hotline (855) 352-5683. 7 days a week from 7 a.m.–11 p.m. (EST)
- Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine’s – Pet Loss Hotline: (508) 839-7966
- Chicago Veterinary Medical Association – Pet Loss Support Hotline: 630-325-1600
- Utah State University Hotline – Pet Loss Support Hotline: 435-757-4540 Mon-Thu from 5-7 pm MST, Email: petloss@usu.edu
- Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, 6-9 p.m., EST, Tuesday-Thursday (607) 253-3932 http://www.vet.cornell.edu/org/petloss/
- PetFriends From NJ: 856-234-4688 – Outside of NJ: 800-404-PETS (7387)
- SPCA (The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) of Texas, Pet Grief Counseling Support Line (Serves North Texas) 214-461-5131
- Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University, 6-9 p.m., EST, Monday-Friday during the Academic year. Hours vary in the Summer. Call (508) 839-7966. http://www.tufts.edu/vet/petloss/
- Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association – Companion Animal Related Emotions (CARE) Pet Loss Helpline. 7-9 p.m., CST, Sunday, Tuesdays, and Thursdays (217) 244-CARE (2273) https://www.isvma.org/pet-loss-support/
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12 Comments
Dorothy "FiveSibesMom"
Such an important post of resources. I know having lost four of my beloved FiveSibes Siberian, two within three months of each other, it’s devastating. Having these grief and pet loss resource is so important. I’m Pinning to share!
Admin
Dorothy,
I know you understand. xoxo I hope you are doing better with each day that passes. Thank you for pinning and sharing!
Robin
Such an important post! When I lost my Cinco, the entire world came crashing down. I was severely depressed for a long time. I still experience little boughts of depression as a result of my grief. I could have really used a pet grief hotline. Finding people who understand what it is like when you are mourning a pet is not as easy as it seems.
Admin
Robin,
Well said and so true. I wish I knew about many of these resources when my cat passed away too.
Terri
Great information! I didn’t even know there are pet grief hotlines. I know each time I’ve lost one of my fur babies, I’ve gone into a deep depression. I’m not even sure if I’ve ever recovered from some. Well, how can you really? Thank you so much for sharing this much needed list of resources!
Admin
Terri,
You are very welcome! And yes, we never really “get over” the grief but learn to live with it. Our fur babies live on in our hearts forever.
Britt K
I had no idea that there were so many hotlines available. The loss of a pet is such a difficult time with SO many emotions. If you’re lucky enough to have people nearby that know and understand that struggle, that’s great. However, not everyone is surrounded by other pet lovers. I am going to be sharing this list with a few people that I know could use these hotlines at different moments right now.
Admin
Britt,
Thank you for sharing your input. You are so right about not all people understanding the grief after losing a pet. Everyone is different and some are just clueless and can come across insensitive. Yes! Definitely share this list with friends in need. I hope it helps.
Ruth Epstein
Great post as always and always good to know this information as it does make grief easier, thanks for sharing
Admin
Ruth,
Thank you and you’re welcome!
Sweet Purrfections
Thank you so much for sharing this. I wish I’d had this list when I lost my previous cat, Praline, 10 years ago. I did see a psychiatrist to help with my grief.
Admin
You’re welcome!