Remember to Take Care of Yourself
While grieving, it is important to take care of your physical, mental, emotional, and social health.
- Drink plenty of water
- Limit caffeine
- Monitor eating habits. If you have difficulty eating, try eating with others present. Do your best to eat a balanced diet.
- Journal your feelings. Challenge guilt and shame feelings.
- Write a letter to your pet
- Exercise
- Practice breathing techniques/Practice relaxation techniques/Meditate
- Monitor sleeping habits
- Get a massage
- Spend time with loved ones/Spend time doing things that bring you joy
- Memorialize your pet
- Hold a memorial service
- Create a photo collage or shadow box of their things with their picture
- Get their paw print in clay
- Donate to an animal shelter/Volunteer at an animal shelter
- Plant a tree or flowers
- Create a memory stone with their name on it
- Attend a pet loss support group
- Attend individual grief counseling
- Consult your doctor
- Ask for help
Disclaimer: This list is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used as medical/mental health advice. Please consult your medical doctor or a mental health therapist if you need continued support and care.