Pet Loss Support - Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement
Eligibility
Open to all who are grieving the loss of a beloved companion animal
Hours
- Anticipatory Grief Support Chat Room: 7 am - 9 pm CST Thursday- Pet Loss Grief Support Chat Room: 7 am - 9 pm CST Monday - Wednesday, Friday, and the 1st Saturday of each month
Application process
- Visit website to register for a membership- Visit website to register for Video Support Groups; registration closes at 8 pm CST the day prior to the Video Support Group
Fees
- Bronze membership is offered at no cost- Additional memberships available: silver $39 per year; platinum $99 per year; professional $169 per year; professional plus $299 per year
Service area
MN
Provides supportive services for individuals who have experienced the loss of a beloved companion animal. Services include:- Chat room: Offers free, scheduled, live sessions online in a group chat platform with trained volunteer pet loss specialists who are available to offer support for those grieving the loss or anticipating the loss of a beloved companion animal- Curated listing of recommended readings on various pet and animal topics such as pet loss and euthanasia- Information directory: Provides a comprehensive listing of service providers who are local and online that provide animal chaplain services, animal hospitals, in-home euthanasia, no-charge support groups, partnerships, pet cemeteries, pet loss counselors, pet loss support groups, and other resources- Online video support group program: An online group video session hosted by a pet loss grief support specialist that provides a safe and private space to meet others who are going through similar loss of a beloved companion animal. Visit website to view the video support group schedule.- Offers volunteer opportunities including hosting chat rooms and other administrative positions. Volunteers must complete an APLB Pet Loss Grief Specialist training and participate in a brief internship program prior to starting.
Last Assured
08/26/2025
Providing organization
Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement
Offers pet support services and resources to honor the human/animal bond