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Support Resources for Pet Loss

Support Resources for Pet Loss

Support Resources for Pet Loss

Pet owners are entitled to compassionate support during their time of mourning. Below is a list of both local and national resources, organizations, and various memorial services dedicated to assisting those grieving the loss of a pet.

Pet owners are entitled to compassionate support during their time of mourning. Below is a list of both local and national resources, organizations, and various memorial services dedicated to assisting those grieving the loss of a pet.

Pet owners are entitled to compassionate support during their time of mourning. Below is a list of both local and national resources, organizations, and various memorial services dedicated to assisting those grieving the loss of a pet.

Portland Pet Loss Support Groups

Dove Lewis Pet Loss Support Group

Dove Lewis has a nationally recognized pet loss support program, now led by Debrah Lee, LCSW. They provide both in person and virtual meetups, art therapy workshops, and memorial events. 

Local hotline: 503-234-2061

Supporting Children & Teens After The Death of a Pet

Dove Lewis & Dougy Center Guide

Dove Lewis in collaboration with the Dougy Center, a nationally recognized youth grief organization based in Portland, created a resource to provide information and language adults need to support children and teens before and after the death of a companion animal.

Portland In-home Euthenasia

Compassionate Care - (503) 880-1172

PDX Home Vet - (503) 281-1631

Monarch In-home Euthanasia and Aquamation - (971) 347-4084

Blue Door Vet - (503) 819-8040

Portland In-home Euthenasia

Compassionate Care - (503) 880-1172

PDX Home Vet - (503) 281-1631

Monarch In-home Euthanasia and Aquamation - (971) 347-4084

Blue Door Vet - (503) 819-8040

Portland In-home Euthenasia

Compassionate Care - (503) 880-1172

PDX Home Vet - (503) 281-1631

Monarch In-home Euthanasia and Aquamation - (971) 347-4084

Blue Door Vet - (503) 819-8040

Oregon Pet Cremation

Oregon Pet Cremation

Oregon Pet Cremation

Family Animal Services

17819 NE Riverside Pkwy, Portland, OR 97230
(503) 665-8300

Oregon Humane Society

1067 NE Columbia Blvd, Portland, OR 97211
(503) 285-7722

Peaceful Paws

6303 E 18th St B, Vancouver, WA 98661
(360) 213-0323 

Newberg Pet Cremation

23175 NE Dayton Ave, Newberg, OR 97132
(503) 979-3254

Family Animal Services

17819 NE Riverside Pkwy, Portland, OR 97230
(503) 665-8300

Oregon Humane Society

1067 NE Columbia Blvd, Portland, OR 97211
(503) 285-7722

Peaceful Paws

6303 E 18th St B, Vancouver, WA 98661
(360) 213-0323 

Newberg Pet Cremation

23175 NE Dayton Ave, Newberg, OR 97132
(503) 979-3254

Family Animal Services

17819 NE Riverside Pkwy, Portland, OR 97230
(503) 665-8300

Oregon Humane Society

1067 NE Columbia Blvd, Portland, OR 97211
(503) 285-7722

Peaceful Paws

6303 E 18th St B, Vancouver, WA 98661
(360) 213-0323 

Newberg Pet Cremation

23175 NE Dayton Ave, Newberg, OR 97132
(503) 979-3254

Heavenly Wings Pet Cremation

2195 62nd Ave SE, Salem, OR 97317
(503) 507-2338 

Peaceful Heart Aquamation

PO Box 428 Philomath, OR 97370
(541) 929-8145 

Horizon Pet Cremation

1723 Lytle, Bend Oregon 97701
(541) 318-0026

Heavenly Wings Pet Cremation

2195 62nd Ave SE, Salem, OR 97317
(503) 507-2338 

Peaceful Heart Aquamation

PO Box 428 Philomath, OR 97370
(541) 929-8145 

Horizon Pet Cremation

1723 Lytle, Bend Oregon 97701
(541) 318-0026

Heavenly Wings Pet Cremation

2195 62nd Ave SE, Salem, OR 97317
(503) 507-2338 

Peaceful Heart Aquamation

PO Box 428 Philomath, OR 97370
(541) 929-8145 

Horizon Pet Cremation

1723 Lytle, Bend Oregon 97701
(541) 318-0026

National Pet Loss Resources & Support Groups

National Pet Loss Resources & Support Groups

National Pet Loss Resources & Support Groups

Lap of Love In-Home Euthanasia Pet Loss Support

Founded by Veterinarians, Lap of Love is a national group of mobile veterinarians dedicated to end of life care. They provide the most comprehensive resources and guides

Hotline: 855-352-5683 

Worksheet: Quality of Life Scale

Association of Pet Loss and Bereavement

The APLB is a compassionate nonprofit organization dedicated to offering support to individuals grieving the loss of a pet. They provide a variety of resources including specialized counseling services, support groups, and educational materials to help people navigate their grief and find comfort after the loss of a beloved animal companion.

ASPCA - American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®

The ASPCA provides resources and support for pet owners experiencing the loss of a pet, focusing on the emotional well-being of both pets and their owners. Their services include grief counseling referrals, and online resources that offer guidance on coping with grief, understanding the grieving process, and memorializing a cherished pet.

National Pet Loss Support Hotlines

Staffed by the Chicago Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) - (630) 325-1600

Staffed by Cornell University vet students - (607) 253-3932

Staffed by University of Illinois vet students - (217) 244-2273 or (877) 394-2273

Staffed by Iowa State University vet students and volunteers - (888) 478-7574

Staffed by Michigan State University vet students - (517) 432-2696

Staffed by Ohio State University vet students - (614) 292-1823

Staffed by Tufts University vet students - (508) 839-7966

Staffed by the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine (VMRCVM) - (540) 231-8038

Staffed by Washington State University vet students - (509) 335-5704

National Pet Loss Support Hotlines

Staffed by the Chicago Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) - (630) 325-1600

Staffed by Cornell University vet students - (607) 253-3932

Staffed by University of Illinois vet students - (217) 244-2273 or (877) 394-2273

Staffed by Iowa State University vet students and volunteers - (888) 478-7574

Staffed by Michigan State University vet students - (517) 432-2696

Staffed by Ohio State University vet students - (614) 292-1823

Staffed by Tufts University vet students - (508) 839-7966

Staffed by the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine (VMRCVM) -
(540) 231-8038

Staffed by Washington State University vet students - (509) 335-5704

National Pet Loss Support Hotlines

Staffed by the Chicago Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) -
(630) 325-1600

Staffed by Cornell University vet students -
(607) 253-3932

Staffed by University of Illinois vet students - (217) 244-2273 or (877) 394-2273

Staffed by Iowa State University vet students and volunteers - (888) 478-7574

Staffed by Michigan State University vet students - (517) 432-2696

Staffed by Ohio State University vet students - (614) 292-1823

Staffed by Tufts University vet students -
(508) 839-7966

Staffed by the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine (VMRCVM) - (540) 231-8038

Staffed by Washington State University vet students - (509) 335-5704