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FAMILY ACTIVITIES TO COPE WITH THE LOSS OF A PET

This is a list of ideas of things you could do by yourself or with your family and friends to process and cope with your grief over losing a beloved pet.


  1. Have a memorial for your pet.

  2. Create a book with fun, loving, and funny stories by people who knew and loved your pet.

  3. Take a long hike as a family.

  4. Frame a special photo of you and your pet.

  5. Listen to comforting music.

  6. Help other pets in honor of your pet: donate, volunteer, etc.

  7. Write a goodbye letter to your pet.

  8. Draw a picture of you pet.

  9. Create art inspired by. your pet.

  10. Read books about loss of a pet.

  11. Watch movies abut pets.

  12. Share the news with teachers, friends, and colleagues.

  13. Create an album with photos of your pet.

  14. Have friends who loved your pet over to hang out.

  15. Make a list of your favorite things about your pet.



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