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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Sources: https://www.rainbowsbridge.com/grief_support_center/pet_loss_resources/petloss_hot_lines.htm