Lives are transformed by the love and companionship pets bring. So, saying goodbye to one – whether due to death or separation – is always sad, difficult and often traumatic. It affects people in many ways. If you are grieving for a pet, or facing loss we have provided some support sites and helplines below:

The Pet Bereavement Support Service (PBSS) provides free and confidential support by phone, email or webchat. Support is provided by trained volunteers. You can contact their support line on 0800 096 6606. The support line is open from 8.30am – 8.30pm every day. All calls are free and confidential from a landline. If calling from a mobile phone, some phone networks may charge. Email support is also available by contacting pbssmail@bluecross.org.uk

For further information visit https://www.bluecross.org.uk/pet-bereavement-support.

The Ralph Site – a not-for-profit website that provides support to pet carers — offers help to those who are struggling with the loss of a pet. The site is dedicated to all the animals that have touched and continue to touch the hearts of so many people.

For further information visit https://www.theralphsite.com/

We hope in the near future to create a bereavement support group where you can chat and share stories with other Pet lovers.