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Do all dogs and cats really go to heaven? Yes, they do!
The death of your beloved pet can be one of the most heartbreaking losses you'll ever endure. But recovery isn't only about closure. You also want to know where your best friend has gone.
After the intense, unexpected grief he experienced following the loss of his own companions, animal lover and biblical scholar Gary Kurz set out to prove that there are indeed pets in Paradise....
The death of your beloved pet can be one of the most heartbreaking losses you'll ever endure. But recovery isn't only about closure. You also want to know where your best friend has gone.
After the intense, unexpected grief he experienced following the loss of his own companions, animal lover and biblical scholar Gary Kurz set out to prove that there are indeed pets in Paradise....
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2008-1224 Why do dogs speak so profoundly to our inner lives? When poet Doty decides to adopt a dog as a companion for his dying partner, he finds himself bringing home Beau, a large golden retriever, malnourished and in need of loving care. Beau joins Arden, the black retriever, to complete their family. As Beau bounds back into life, the two dogs become Doty's intimate companions, his solace, and eventually the very life force that keeps him from...
6) Moose n' me
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IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Text taken from the lyrics by Kenny Loggins. A story about a special dog in his life named Moose.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
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Eli the dog has been with Astrid since she was a baby, and now that Eli is getting older and slowing down, Astrid wants to make fun memories with him, but knows what is most important to Eli is the time he spends with Astrid.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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AD 500L
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"When a pet dies, it can feel like you lost your best friend. What do you do? Whether you had a guinea pig, dog, cat, or fish, this story can help you through the tough times."--from cover, p. [4]
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IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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"With all of my heart, I believe it is true, that there is a heaven for animals, too. The heaven of animals is a magical place. Angels know every dog's favorite game; cats bask in their own rays of sunshine; horses thunder across the sky. The loss of a pet is heartbreaking. But in the heaven of animals, the love you have for your animal friends lives on. National bestselling author Nancy Tillman's message of comfort will help readers of all ages through...
11) Angus is here
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A young child navigates grief after losing a beloved family pet and learns what it means for a loved one's presence to remain even after they are gone.
Angus may be gone, but memories of him are still here: his tail wagging under the dinner table, his nails clicking on the floor, and his hopeful sniff when snacks are being prepared. Angus's presence is felt everywhere, until one day . . . it's not. In this poignant and beautiful picture book, a...
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Pierce draws on the story of the last year of the life of her dog, Ody, to present an in-depth exploration of the practical, medical, and moral issues that trouble pet owners confronted with the decline and death of their companion animals. Combining personal stories, interviews, and scientific research, she considers a wide range of questions about animal aging, end-of-life care, and death. Pierce also tackles such vexing questions as: whether animals...
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"When your something wonderful becomes something dead, having a backyard funeral helps when everything feels awful and the words don't come."--
A picture book that endeavors to help children in their understanding and acceptance of the death of a pet, providing step-by-step advice for burying, reminiscing, and grieving.
14) Sam and Lucy
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"When Sam's beloved hen Lucy grows older and begins to limp, he showers her with extra love as he cherishes the remaining time they have together" --
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How sad it would have been, had Cole disappeared into that dark room in the back of the shelter, alone and frightened, as if he never existed. This is often the fate of dogs afflicted with medical issues. Cole, a senior dog with cancer was, discarded by his owner, much like, throwing away an old pair of shoes.
In 2015, Michele and Jeff Allen said enough is enough and started Monkey's House a Dog Hospice & Sanctuary. Celebrating the beauty each dog...
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Affirming a pet owner's struggle with grief when his or her pet dies, this book helps mourners understand why their feelings are so strong and helps them overcome the loss. Included are practical suggestions for mourning and ideas for remembering and memorializing one's pet. Among the issues covered are understanding the many emotions experienced after the death of a pet; understanding why grief for pets is unique; pet funerals and burial or cremation;...
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Le deuil animalier est un vrai deuil. Le reconnaître, c'est lui donner la place qui lui revient.
Vous souvenez-vous de cette journée o vous avez pris la décision d'adopter un animal de compagnie? Que représentait-il pour vous? Pour bien des gens, il s'agit d'un membre de la famille, d'un enfant ou d'un meilleur ami. Ce lien privilégié et les émotions ressenties qui l'accompagnent sont souvent difficiles à comprendre pour ceux qui ne possèdent...
18) I'll say goodbye
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"With the help of a pet hermit crab, a child finds a way to say goodbye to Uncle Mike after his death from cancer."--
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This book is for anyone who has ever loved a dog. For anyone who truly knows that there is no greater love on this earthly plane than the love a dog radiates. Each dog in this story has been an exceptional teacher and mentor for how to live life fully and to simply Be. I am deeply grateful for the unconditional love, direction, and handholding provided by my beloved four-legged companions. Without them, I would have fallen further, failed without...
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Losing a pet is hard, far harder than many let on. The more you love, the more you grieve, and grieving for a four-legged friend is normal.
Part of the award-winning Grief Diaries series, Surviving Loss of a Pet features the heartwarming stories of sixteen people who share their beloved cats, dogs, and even a ferret, and along the way offer candid answers to tender questions. Touching on topics ranging from pet funerals to afterlife to the ethics...
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