Understanding Pet Loss Grief
Pet loss grief is often misunderstood or minimized — yet for many, our animals are family. They provide comfort, stability, and love that becomes woven into our daily life.
When that bond changes through illness, aging, or death, the pain can feel deep and confusing. You may experience sadness, guilt, loneliness, or even relief — all are normal reactions to love and loss.
Grieving a pet isn’t “just about an animal.” It’s about the connection, routine, and sense of self that their presence brought into your world.
The HGT Approach
At HGT we offer specialized, compassionate counselling for those grieving the loss of a beloved companion animal — helping clients understand their emotions, honour their pet’s memory, and find gentle ways to reconnect with life after loss.
Our approach combines emotional education, mindfulness, and creative expression to support healing with warmth and understanding.
Grief is love with nowhere to go — and together, we can help it find its place again.
If you’re struggling with the loss of a pet or preparing to say goodbye, you don’t have to walk that path alone.