In Pet Death, Dr. Straub addresses issues and feelings commonly encountered after the death of a pet. Practical guidelines are provided for coping with feelings of loss and sorrow. Many questions arise from the difficult topic of euthanasia, and in this book, the medical aspect of this procedure is explained in simple language.
Dr. Straub uses her own personal experiences as well as her education in mental health counseling to help others understand what they are feeling following the death of a pet. If you are anticipating or coping with the loss of a pet in your life and wish to better understand the grief that accompanies such a loss, Pet Death will provide you with the information, comfort, and support you need.
Straub, a grief counselor in private practice who has lived with many cats, has written a lachrymose but practical guide for grieving pet owners as well as counselors, teachers, clergy, medical personnel, and veterinarians. The work mixes personal stories relayed by pet owners with discussion of issues such as euthanasia, telling children a pet has died, what to expect from the grief process, coping with the loss of a pet, and pets and spirituality. The work is illustrated with b&w snapshots of several well-loved dogs and cats. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
