Dear Ann,

Thank you for contacting us about the death of your beloved Grimmy. On behalf of The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your dearly loved companion and friend.



It is quite understandable that you feel a terrible sense of loss; after all, it is only natural to mourn the death of a companion who has given you such pleasure and unconditional love. Experts in human behavior now recognize how precious the human-animal bond is and how overwhelming it can be when that bond is severed. In fact, in recent years several hotlines have been established across the country to help bereaved pet owners.



In addition, The Delta Society offers many resources relative to pet bereavement, including a state-by-state directory of pet loss support groups. The Delta Society may be contacted at:



The Delta Society

875 124th Avenue, Suite 101

Bellevue, WA 98005

425-679-5500
www.deltasociety.org



You will find additional information on pet loss and support by visiting the links below. I hope they provide you with some degree of comfort.tp://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/coping_with_the_deat h_of_your_pet/

http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/coping_w ith_the_death_of_your_pet/honoring_your_pets_memory.html

http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/coping_with_the_death_of_y our_pet/final_care_of_your_pets_body.html

http://www.hsus .org/humane_living/memorial_and_planned_gifts/kindred_spirit s_memorial_program/



Please know that our thoughts are with you during this terribly difficult time. If we can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to let us know.



Very sincerely,



Dawn Lauer

Outreach Assistant, Companion Animals

2100 L Street NW

Washington, DC 20037

Phone: 301-258-3075
Fax: 301-258-3081


Have a pet? Love animals? Sign up for the Pets for Life e-newsletter--filled with stories about animals, tips on caring for your pet and more--at www.hsus.org/join.



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