I have seen pets grieve. They grieve the loss of loved ones like we do (human and animal loved ones).
It is not easy for them and they are often forgot about while humans are grieving. It is easy to miss the signs of their sadness and their depression.
But I can tell you, those signs are there.
Understand the change is very hard for them. They may have lost a friend (human or animal), they may witness the clearing out of belongings in the home, they may need to move, they may need to go to a new family. These things are all very stressful on them. They feel lost and helpless.
Here are things you can do to help –
* Bring them places. Homes hold sadness in their inside energy. Give pets a break from the heavy energy in the home. The fresh air and the sun will help them. Open windows, and allow fresh air inside.
* Keep them around humans and animals they know. Keep as much familiar for them as you can.
* Provide them with an item from their lost friend. A piece of clothing, a blanket, a pet bed, a toy. Provide this while the scent is still strong. It will provide comfort for them as they grieve.
* Sage them to help them release their grief energy.
* If there was a vehicle they rode in frequently, bring them in that same vehicle. If they played a certain game with their human, play that game with them often. Keep their life as familiar as possible.
* Give them time. Expect them to be sad. Sit with them quietly and lovingly and just be a companion and comfort for them so they aren’t alone. Being alone is very hard for them when they are sad.
Animals are so smart. They know the transition to spirit. They know what is going on. But even so, talk to them, tell them what is happened and how it will affect them. It helps.
They worry about the change and their future. Through each change tell them exactly what to expect and reassure them they are safe. Tell them where they are going and who they will be with.
