When Paws Part: a Compassionate Guide to Pet Loss, Grief and Healing

Do they tell you, “It was just a pet,” when your heart knows it was family?Are you struggling to find your footing in a world that feels so much emptier?Do you wish someone truly understood the depth of your grief—and could guide you through it?When a beloved animal companion leaves this world, the silence they leave behind can be deafening. When Paws Part is the compassionate, practical, and deeply validating guide for pet guardians navigating the unique heartbreak of animal loss. Written with warmth and understanding by Grace Hartwood, this book acknowledges what others often overlook: the love you shared was real, the grief you feel is valid, and your healing matters.Inside, you’ll find:Immediate coping strategies for those first overwhelming hours and daysGentle tools for self-care when even simple tasks feel impossibleWays to honor your pet’s legacy through creative, meaningful tributesSupport for children and surviving pets so the whole family can heal togetherGuidance for difficult decisions like end-of-life care and saying goodbyeInsight into sudden loss, guilt, and “what-if” thoughts—and how to find peace without closureEncouragement for opening your heart again when the time feels rightDrawing on real stories of pet guardians who’ve walked this path, When Paws Part blends emotional validation with actionable advice. Whether you’re mourning a dog, cat, bird, horse, reptile, or any cherished creature, you’ll find comfort in its pages and practical steps to help you move through grief without rushing—or denying—your feelings.This isn’t a “get over it” book. It’s a walk-with-you book. One that will:Remind you you’re not alone in your griefHelp you navigate well-meaning but hurtful commentsOffer rituals and remembrance ideas to keep your bond aliveShow you that healing doesn’t mean forgetting—it means carrying their love forwardIf your heart feels broken, When Paws Part is here to hold space for your pain, your memories, and your hope. Let it be the gentle hand that guides you from those raw early days to a place where love and gratitude can coexist with loss.Because the pawprints they left on your heart? They’re forever.