I miss having a dog, but I'm scared any new dog won't measure up to THE dog of my heart
No dog can replace another, but every dog is an opportunity to build a beautiful friendship.
I'm getting ready to move. What do I do with my dog's remains?
When you plant a lilac over a beloved canine companion, you usually assume that you, and it, will be there for life.
Guilt is eating me up: How do I find peace with it and celebrate my cat's time with me?
A reader is struggling with lingering guilt over end-of-life choices: How do you acknowledge those feelings without being consumed by them?
How do I help the surviving member of a bonded pair through her grief?
The answer to working with grief is always time, but there are some things that can help for a cat who's really missing a beloved friend.
How do I tiptoe into adopting a cat after loss?
I have some low-stress suggestions for exploring the possibility of adopting a cat without feeling like you're at a used car lot.
How do I volunteer at an animal shelter without taking them all home?
Animal shelters are filled with future best friends, but they don't all have to be YOUR best friend.
What does good quality of life look like?
What is a quality of life assessment tool? How do I use it? How did this turn into an end-of-life performance review?
Does being scared of euthanasia mean I shouldn't become a vet?
Euthanasia can be a tough part of the job, but it shouldn't hold you back from pursuing your dreams.
Getting by with a little help from our friends
How do I help a friend whose grief over her pets is still raw many years later?
Help! I need altar inspo.
What's a gal with a tuft of cat hair in a baggie to do?
