The grief that follows the loss of a pet can feel overwhelming. Why experts say acknowledging grief is essential for healing.

An Elizabeth pet owner has a warning for others about the fine print on a popular veterinary hospital chain's wellness plan.

But avoiding the topic often leaves families overwhelmed and scrambling when the time comes to start making decisions on everything from medical care to aftercare. “It’s uncomfortable to think of our ...

Losing a pet is the first time many children encounter death. The experience can become an opportunity for profound emotional learning and influence how young people understand and process grief when ...

The booming industry of pet hospice is teaching people how to face the loss of their beloved companions—even when saying ...

I saw it firsthand after my cat Murphy died earlier this year. She'd been diagnosed with cancer just weeks before. She was a small, gray tabby with delicate paws who, even during chemotherapy, climbed ...

As we age, so do our pets. While you can lose a pet at any stage of life, the loss seems to cut deeper as we get older. One study of women between the ages of 60 and 70 revealed that the loss of a ...