The loss of a beloved pet may be the first death experience children face.
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Pet loss and the surrounding activity can be a catalyst for growth and understanding for the entire family.
They need the support and understanding of caring adults to work through what has happened and what it means to them personally.
Their feelins and emotions are very real and they are trying to process the situation as best they can.
It is very traumatic for the child and should not be trivialized.
The loss of a beloved pet may be the first death experience children face