New research finds pet loss can trigger prolonged grief symptoms comparable to human bereavement ...

A UK study found that some pet owners develop prolonged grief disorder after the death of a pet, with symptoms mirroring ...

Many of us have experienced the loss of a pet. It’s a feeling that words can hardly capture—horrendous, often surprisingly so. For a child, that grief can be even more overwhelming. Although words may ...

New research has shone the light on pet bereavment and suggested that people can experience prolonged grief disorder, as with ...

Pet loss can trigger bereavement and grief similar in potency and form to human loss. Workplaces should provide ...

Depressed mood during pet bereavement is common, but clinical depression isn’t usually part of the package. Support from loved ones, honoring memories, and allowing the grieving process can help you ...

For one in five people, losing a pet has been more distressing than losing a human loved one. New research has revealed that 21% of those who experienced both types of bereavement found their pet’s ...

Losing a pet is the first time many children encounter death. The experience can become an opportunity for profound emotional learning and influence how young people understand and process grief when ...

ST. LOUIS — In a video seen around the world, Jon Stewart recently shared news of the passing of his dog on The Daily Show. "He was ready, he was tired...but I wasn't," Stewart said while fighting ...

Erica Lee said words can't describe what she felt when she lost her beloved dog, Chief. "Chief was the best dog ever, he was very sweet, loving--I was heartbroken." Luckily, Lee's company allowed her ...

Two years ago this month, my cat Zsa Zsa died while I was out of town. He had a long life. I adopted him when he was 13, and we shared a wonderful two years together. He was sweet and weird, playful ...