This book discusses unique aspects of the human-animal relationship and aims to help grieving owners complete what was left emotionally undone by the physical loss of an animal. Authors Friedman, John W. James, and Cole James apply their Grief Recovery Method to pet loss. Focusing on the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of animal deaths, the book takes readers through various steps, including graphing the relationship, dividing the entries into categories, and writing a completion letter to the animal. Verdict: For pet owners who would benefit from new strategies to deal with their grief over the loss of a pet. * Library Journal *
The Grief Recovery Handbook for Pet Loss is a straightforward and sympathetic self-help guide written especially for pet owners who feel crippling sadness after the passing of a faithful companion. Chapters address common myths about grief that can impede recovery, and walk the reader through a straightforward process designed to help them work through their feelings and their relationship with a beloved animal. Practical as well as emotional considerations are also kept strongly in mind. 'Caution: Throughout the United States, Great Britain, and other countries, there are local rules and regulations regarding the scattering of ashes. Please make sure that you don't break any of those laws. With the use of online searches, you can easily find out what, if any, restrictions there might be.' The Grief Recovery Handbook for Pet Loss is an excellent choice for personal use, or as a gift for a friend or family member who has recently lost a cherished pet. * Midwest Book Review *
For the past forty-four years as a practicing veterinarian, I have wished there was a book I could recommend to my clients to deal with their broken hearts when their pets have died. Finally, The Grief Recovery Handbook for Pet Loss is available to help them deal directly with their emotions, at the time they most need it. -- Suresh V. Dogra, DVM, Aloro Pet Clinic, Studio City, California
Full disclosure: My husband John and my son Cole coauthored this book with Russell. John was helping grieving people deal with all losses-very much including the deaths of pets-when I met him thirty-four years ago. I can't tell you how many people have shed tears in our living room as he helped them deal with the agonizing pain caused by the death of the pet that had graced their lives. This book contains the same help he gave them. It will change your life. It can't bring your pet back, but it can help you get back your heart. -- Jess Walton, two-time Emmy Award-winning actress
Written by the trio who run The Grief Recovery Institute in Los Angeles, The Grief Recovery Handbook for Pet Loss is a straightforward and sympathetic self-help guide written especially for pet owners who feel crippling sadness after the passing of a faithful companion. Chapters address common myths about grief that can impede recovery, and walk the reader through a straightforward process designed to help them work through their feelings and their relationship with a beloved animal. Practical as well as emotional considerations are also kept strongly in mind. "Caution: Throughout the United States, Great Britain, and other countries, there are local rules and regulations regarding the scattering of ashes. Please make sure that you don't break any of those laws. With the use of online searches, you can easily find out what, if any, restrictions there might be." The Grief Recovery Handbook for Pet Loss is an excellent choice for personal use, or as a gift for a friend or family member who has recently lost a cherished pet. * Wisconsin Bookwatch *
