A Spiritual Guide On Pet Loss: For Pet Lovers, Parents & Ministers

by Rev. Joanne Copley-Nigro Ph.D. and Joanne Copley-Nigro

This book addresses an uncomfortable topic to discuss with friends, family and children. The book is based on my personal experiences over the years in relating to pets and people I have known in my life. It will also be helpful for those who care for shelter animals in accepting the many types of loss that is experienced with this role. It is intended for the minister, counselor, parent and child in all of us. It is for the grieving person and for the people who want to help those who are grieving. At one time or another we will all be in one of these roles. This book is about the many things that we choose not to think about or care to talk about, until we are forced to do so. It is our duty to protect them and make conscientious decisions for their well being. It is up to us to allow them to live a dignified and noble life full of quality and meaning and not allow them to suffer. Our responsibility is to support good health and happiness for our animal companions. May these words in this book inspire you to further explore your own views on pet loss and an afterlife. The book will address some of the following topics. Service as a Spiritualist Interfaith Minister and Pet Chaplain. Religious Perspectives on the Death of a Pet. A Spiritualist Point of View on Pet Loss. Religious Views on Animals Having an Afterlife. Helping Others to Grieve the Loss of Their Pet. Spiritually Caring for Shelter Animals. How to Explain the Death of a Pet to a Child. How Pets Grieve. Discussion on Euthanasia. Introducing a New Pet to your Family. How to Remember a Pet who has Passed. Considerations for the Elderly When Their Pets are Ill or Die. Pet Funerals. Inspirational Poems and Prayers.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1544169574
• ISBN13: 9781544169576
• Release Date: March 2017
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 86 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.2" x 6.0"