Resources
Pet Loss Hotlines and Phone Support
1. The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine Hotline: 215-746-8247
2. Washington State University - WSU Pet Loss Hotline: 509-335-5704
3. Pet Rest Grief Line Hotline: 03-9596-7799
4. Society for Companion Animal Studies Hotline: 0800-096-6606
5. Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph Hotline: 519-824-4120
6. ASPCA Pet Loss Hotline Hotline: 877-474-3310 (24 hours a day)
About: Pet parents can get help from the ASPCA Pet Loss Support program
Society for Companion Animal Studies
Website: http://www.scas.org.uk/human-animal-bond/coping-with-pet-loss
Hotline: 0800 096 6606 - (8:30 am-8:30 pm daily) (UK only including northern Ireland).
Email: pbssmail@bluecross.org.uk
7. The Winnipeg Humane Society (WHS) Hotline: 204-988-8804
Website: http://www.winnipeghumanesociety.ca/pet-owners/pet-loss-grief-support
Has volunteers trained in loss and grief counselling who can help you. Please leave your name, telephone number and the best time to reach you. Messages are checked throughout the day and returned as soon as possible.
8. The BARK Pup Loss Companion Line (Columbus)Email: pupcompanions@barkbox.com
Addison's Place: A Pet Grief Foundation
Hotline: (844) 423-3404 - Call between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. EST
Messages will be returned. Currently available only within the state of Michigan.
9. The PAL Pet Loss Comfort Linecan be accessed by calling the PAL office in Washington, D.C
Monday through Friday, from 9am to 5 pm
Website: http://peopleanimalslove.org/programs/pet-loss
Email: info@peopleanimalslove.org
10. Companion Animal Related Emotions Pet Loss Helpline Illinois: 217-244-CARE (2273)
11. SPCA (The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) of Texas, Pet Grief Counseling Support Line (Serves North Texas)
Hotline: 214-461-5131
12. PetFriends From NJ: 856-234-4688 - Outside of NJ: 800-404-PETS (7387)
13. Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine New York Pet Loss Support Hotline: 607-253-3932
14. Colorado State University, Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Argus Institute Argus Clinic Line: 970-297-1242
15. TAGS (The Animal Grief Support Group) Hope Bereavement Center, 5400 MacArthur Blvd., Vancouver WA 98661
Hotline: 360-696-5120
Operations: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday; meets second Thursday of every month
16. Utah State University Pet Loss Support: Hotline: 435-757-4540
Operations: Mon-Thu from 5-7 PM
Email: petloss@usu.edu
17. Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine Pet Loss Support: Hotline: (508) 839-7966
18. Chicago Veterinary Medical Association Pet Loss Support: Hotline: 630-325-1600
19. University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine Pet Loss Support: Hotline: (865)755-8839
Operations: Monday-Friday (9am – 6pm)
20. College of Veterinary Medicine Cornell University Pet Loss Support: Hotline: (607) 253-3932
Operations: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (6-9pm EST)
http://www.vet.cornell.edu/Org/Petloss
Resources
Loss of a Loved One Hotline and Phone Support
National hotlines
1. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Offers 24/7 support for anyone in emotional distress, including those grieving. You can call or text 988 or chat online at 988lifeline.org.
2. SAMHSA National Helpline: Provides a free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service (English/Spanish). Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for resources on mental health and grief counseling.
3. Crisis Text Line: Offers free, 24/7 mental health support via text. Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
4. Disaster Distress Helpline: Supports those impacted by natural or human-caused disasters and may be experiencing grief. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 or visit their website for support.
5. Veterans Crisis Line: Offers free, confidential counseling services for veterans and their family members, including support for grief. Call 988 and select option 1, text 838255, or visit their website.
6. National Mental Health Hotline: A 24-hour helpline for advice about various issues, including grief. Staffed by trained individuals who can connect callers to local resources. Call 1-866-903-3787.
National organizations
7. The Compassionate Friends: Offers support to bereaved families after the death of a child. You can reach them at 877-969-0010 or visit their website at compassionatefriends.org.
8. The Dougy Center for Grieving Children and Families: Provides support for children, teens, and young adults who are grieving. Visit their website at dougy.org or call 503-775-5683.
9. National Alliance for Children's Grief (NACG): A non-profit organization focused on raising awareness and providing resources for grieving children and teens. Visit their website at nacg.org.
10. AARP, Widowed Persons Service: Provides information, resources, and referrals to support groups for widowed individuals.
11. Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS): Offers support and resources to those grieving the death of a military loved one. Call 800-959-TAPS (8277) or visit their website at taps.org.
12. American Association of Suicidology: Provides information, education, and support for those impacted by suicide.
13. American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP): Offers support for individuals who have lost someone to suicide. Call 888-333-2377 or visit afsp.org.
14. GriefShare: A nationwide network of groups that meet weekly for support during the grief recovery process. Visit griefshare.org to find a group near you.
15. My Grief Angels: Provides in-person and online support groups, grief camps and retreats, private counseling, and remembrance memorials.
16. Center for Loss & Life Transition: Dedicated to helping people who are grieving and those who care for them, offering resources and understanding. Call 970-226-6050 or visit centerforloss.com.
