What is a good book for the loss of a pet? - Maltese Dogs Forum : Spoiled Maltese Forums

**piratelover** · 12-21-2012, 09:06 PM

I just lost a cat, we had to put him to sleep. What are some good books that I can read to help me cope with this? I have never lost a pet like this before and am just devastated by it all.

**Ladysmom** · 12-21-2012, 10:26 PM

I am so sorry for your loss. I lost both my Maltese Lady and my Siamese Sarah within one year.

There are some wonderful pet loss poems on the internet that have always comforted me. This is one of my favorites:

I ONLY WANTED YOU

They say memories are golden
well maybe that is true.
I never wanted memories,
I only wanted you.

A million times I needed you,
a million times I cried.
If love alone could have saved you
you never would have died.

In life I loved you dearly,
In death I love you still.
In my heart you hold a place
no one could ever fill.

If tears could build a stairway
and heartache make a lane,
I'd walk the path to heaven
and bring you back again.

Our family chain is broken,
and nothing seems the same.
But as God calls us one by one,
the chain will link again.

~Vicky Holder

LOSS OF A PET POEM

Pet Loss - Poem List

**michellerobison** · 12-21-2012, 10:57 PM

I wish I knew but having friends on SM or Facebook that truly understand and are there for you helps...We're always here to hold a hand or a paw in sympathy...

**Snowbody** · 12-22-2012, 12:19 AM

I have a friend who lives on the west coast and is married to a vet. She is an author and psychology professor who has written books on pet loss and given lectures. Look her up and see if any of her books look like they might help. She's very compassionate and adores pets, as does her whole family. Her name is Cheri Barton Ross.

**Lynzodolly** · 12-22-2012, 04:36 AM

I have a book called a small dog saved my life it's about a small Maltese cross that comes into a ladies heart after a loss and changes her life , I know it's not about kitty's but its a lovely inspiring lifting book u might want to try its by author bel mooney xx thoughts with you for your loss of your precious kitty xx

**maggieh** · 12-22-2012, 08:49 AM

There is a children's book by Charles Tazewell called "The Littlest Uninvited One" that tells of how animals became welcome in heaven. It's no longer available through Amazon but you might be able to find it at a library or used somewhere. It is heartwarming and brings tears to my eyes every time I read it.

**piratelover** · 12-22-2012, 11:19 AM

Thanks so much everyone. Every little bit helps me. I loved the poems, they brought tears to my eyes.

12-21-2012, 09:06 PM	#1 (permalink)
piratelover Maltese Guru Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 201	What is a good book for the loss of a pet? I just lost a cat, we had to put him to sleep. What are some good books that I can read to help me cope with this? I have never lost a pet like this before and am just devastated by it all. __________________ The only creatures that are evolved enough to convey pure love are dogs and infants. http://www.sarahsdogs.com

12-21-2012, 10:26 PM	#2 (permalink)
Ladysmom Maltese Guru Name: Marj Dog's Name: Bailey and Lady at the Bridge Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: North Carolina Posts: 17,334	I am so sorry for your loss. I lost both my Maltese Lady and my Siamese Sarah within one year. There are some wonderful pet loss poems on the internet that have always comforted me. This is one of my favorites: I ONLY WANTED YOU They say memories are golden well maybe that is true. I never wanted memories, I only wanted you. A million times I needed you, a million times I cried. If love alone could have saved you you never would have died. In life I loved you dearly, In death I love you still. In my heart you hold a place no one could ever fill. If tears could build a stairway and heartache make a lane, I'd walk the path to heaven and bring you back again. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same. But as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again. ~Vicky Holder LOSS OF A PET POEM Pet Loss - Poem List __________________ http://www.myladysdogbows.com/ http://www.facebook.com/pages/MLadys...s/182366213341

12-21-2012, 10:57 PM	#3 (permalink)
michellerobison Maltese Guru Name: Michelle Robison Dog's Name: Amber, Emily,Lil Bit, Rylee, Sasha and a cat named Harry Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: N.W. Ohio Posts: 7,069	I wish I knew but having friends on SM or Facebook that truly understand and are there for you helps...We're always here to hold a hand or a paw in sympathy... __________________ Mommy my bows are too tight... When bad grooming happens to good Malts... Jewellery, Doggie Goodies, Handmade tiles,cool flying pictures http://www.picturetrail.com/michellerobison Vote for Southern Comfort Maltese Rescue , Chattanooga, TN http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/c...hallenge.faces

12-22-2012, 12:19 AM	#4 (permalink)
Snowbody Maltese Guru Name: Susan Dog's Name: Tyler Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 18,338	I have a friend who lives on the west coast and is married to a vet. She is an author and psychology professor who has written books on pet loss and given lectures. Look her up and see if any of her books look like they might help. She's very compassionate and adores pets, as does her whole family. Her name is Cheri Barton Ross. __________________

12-22-2012, 04:36 AM	#5 (permalink)
Lynzodolly Maltese Guru Name: Lyndsy Dog's Name: Albert Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Scotland Ayr Posts: 726	I have a book called a small dog saved my life it's about a small Maltese cross that comes into a ladies heart after a loss and changes her life , I know it's not about kitty's but its a lovely inspiring lifting book u might want to try its by author bel mooney xx thoughts with you for your loss of your precious kitty xx __________________

12-22-2012, 08:49 AM	#6 (permalink)
maggieh Super Moderator Name: Maggie Dog's Name: Sweetness and Tessa Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Chicago - Western Suburbs Posts: 5,507	There is a children's book by Charles Tazewell called "The Littlest Uninvited One" that tells of how animals became welcome in heaven. It's no longer available through Amazon but you might be able to find it at a library or used somewhere. It is heartwarming and brings tears to my eyes every time I read it. __________________ Sweetness and Tessa

12-22-2012, 11:19 AM	#7 (permalink)
piratelover Maltese Guru Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 201	Thanks so much everyone. Every little bit helps me. I loved the poems, they brought tears to my eyes. __________________ The only creatures that are evolved enough to convey pure love are dogs and infants. http://www.sarahsdogs.com

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