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Updated Apr 24, 2024
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In Tears and Looking for Help

July 25, 2008 by Christine H. - Trenton, NJ

First and foremost there is nothing more in this world that I love besides my family. I am sitting here in tears bec...

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Son Having Trouble Getting over Lost Pet

March 17, 2007 by Tina B. - Rio Rancho, NM

We had a cat who was hit by a car when my son was 5 he is now almost 9 and has not gotten over this. His teacher tell...

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How to Explain a Dog's Death

July 10, 2008 by Rachael P. - Lincoln, CA

My in-laws just put their dog down this week. He was old and very sick. Since they are my part time day care provid...

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How Do You Know When It Is Time to Put Your Cat Down?

November 10, 2008 by Christine C. - Edgewood, NM

Good Morning, Our cat Patches is ailing (about 13 to 15 years old) and has lost much if not all her muscle mass li...

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My Son's Pet

December 23, 2006 by Tammy F. - Shelbyville, IL

I recently found my son's pet cat dead on the highway he thinks Waffles ran away should I tell him the truth???

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How Do I Handle My Son's Curiosity About Our Cat Who Was Recently Cremated

August 17, 2008 by Stephanie e. - Ventura, CA

My 4-year-old son, his dad, and I very recently suffered the death of one of our cats. Her ashes will be home tomorr...

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Toddler and Dying Dog

February 01, 2008 by Gretchen O. - Seattle, WA

One of our two dogs is probably going to be put down in the next few days and I'm not sure how to help my 18month old...

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When Do You Know It's "That Time" to Say Goodbye to Your Pet?

October 16, 2007 by yellow1 - Boynton Beach, FL

I need advice moms!!!!! My "original" love; Beau, is going to be 15 years old in February. For the past 2 years he...

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Death of a Family Pet

May 19, 2008 by Jen S. - Cummington, MA

My sweet old cat of 16 years is in his last couple of days of life. He is literally dying before our eyes. He's very ...

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Putting a Family Pet to Sleep

January 10, 2008 by Jennifer . - Arlington, TX

It looks like we may have to put our beloved 16 year old dog to sleep in a week if she doesn't respond to new pain me...