Massachusetts Pet Loss Resources
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Please note that during the COVID pandemic, most support groups and many counselors will be offering services only via online platforms such as Zoom or through telephone support. Please contact providers directly for details.
HOTLINES:
(833) 4VET-CHP (833-483-8247) - Veterinary Animal Chaplaincy. Call and text options available. Response within 24 hours.
(508) 839-7966 - Tufts University veterinary school; M-F 6-9 pm ET; calls from outside Massachusetts will be returned at no charge. For more information, visit https://vet.tufts.edu/petloss/.
SUPPORT GROUPS:
Can't find a support group in your area? Many groups now offer virtual meetings via Zoom or other platforms, and are open to participants from any location. Visit our list of Virtual Support Groups for more information.
Please note that dates and times of support group meetings often change without notice. Be sure to visit the website and/or contact the organization in advance to confirm meeting times and locations.
Ashland: Veterinary Chaplaincy Services: Support group offered every Tuesday at 7pm. Group is offered online - open to all without fee. Please send an email to Kelly Drescher Johnson for the link. The only requirement is to be fully present with minimal distractions. support@veterinarychaplaincy.com, https://veterinarychaplaincy.com/
Boston: Boston: Angell Animal Medical Center, 350 South Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02130, (617) 541-5023, jgass@angell.org. Angell understands the grief associated with the death of a pet, and bereavement support is available by our Veterinary Social Work staff. Please visit https://www.mspca.org/angell_services/grief-counseling/ for more information.
| Boston: Kaleel Sakakeeny - I'm an ordained Animal Chaplain, Credentialed Pet Loss & Grief Counselor and nondenominational pastor. As the director of Animal Talks, I work with all who have lost a pet to death, working to help them through their grief journeys -- from hurt to healing. Animal Talks has been recognized as a leader in pet grief work by People Magazine, ABC/CBS-TV, the New York Times and Washington Post, London Podcast, and other media. I also facilitate a monthly pet loss support group. Please get in touch if you're suffering the pain of losing your animal companion, whenever the loss or death occurred. Kaleel@animaltalksinc.com, https://www.animaltalksinc.com
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Cambridge: CGDT Pet Loss Support Community Group meets online the 4th Wednesday of each month at 6pm EST. Donation (any amount) required to join; donations are given to animal rescues. Hosted by Ruth Hegarty, ruth@creaturegooddogtraining.com, https://www.creaturegooddogtraining.com. Download a PDF with more details at https://bit.ly/CGDTpetgrief
Springfield: Darin Humane Society, 171 Union Street, Springfield, MA, (413) 781-4000, Kenddv@gmail.com. This group, led by Ken Dolan-DelVecchio, LMFT, LCSW is sponsored by Dakin Humane Society. It is held once a month. It is a Zoom group open to anyone in the country or world and starts at 6PM EST running for one and one-half hours. The days can change so please go to https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html to RSVP. The group is free. Open to anyone regardless of location.
Uxbridge: Kimberly Charbonneau, Friends of Willow, Uxbridge, MA, (401) 585-0309. All groups will be on Zoom until future notice. Sunday mornings at 10:00am. Contact kimberly.charbonneau19@gmail.com for a reservation and to receive the link. Drop ins are welcomed, however; reservations are suggested. The fee is $20 per person for a 45-minute session. Open to anyone regardless of location.
West Newbury: Humane Hearts, West Newbury, MA 01985, 978.572.0698, marla@humanehearts.com, http://humanehearts.com. Individual, Family, and Group Support available for those who have experienced the loss of a pet or those who are anticipating a loss. See website for details as to where and when we meet. Sessions led by life-long animal advocate and humane educator Marla Andrews, M.Ed., Humane Education and Animal Welfare, Certified Grief Support Specialist, and Pet Chaplain. Open to anyone regardless of location.
COUNSELORS:
Ashland: Kelly Drescher Johnson, Veterinary Chaplaincy, Ashland, MA 01721, support@veterinarychaplaincy.com, https://veterinarychaplaincy.com
Boston: Kim Brundage, LMHC, Boston, MA 02114, (781) 690-6781, counseling@helpingourhumans.com, https://www.helpingourhumans.com/
Boston: Julie Gass, Angell Animal Medical Center, 350 South Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02130, (617) 541-5023, jgass@angell.org, https://www.mspca.org/angell_services/grief-counseling/
| Boston: Kaleel Sakakeeny - I'm an ordained Animal Chaplain, Credentialed Pet Loss & Grief Counselor and nondenominational pastor. As the director of Animal Talks, I work with all who have lost a pet to death, working to help them through their grief journeys -- from hurt to healing. Animal Talks has been recognized as a leader in pet grief work by People Magazine, ABC/CBS-TV, the New York Times and Washington Post, London Podcast, and other media. I also facilitate a monthly pet loss support group. Please get in touch if you're suffering the pain of losing your animal companion, whenever the loss or death occurred. Kaleel@animaltalksinc.com, https://www.animaltalksinc.com
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Cambridge: Ruth Hegarty, Pet Loss Coach, Cambridge, MA, ruth@creaturegooddogtraining.com, https://www.creaturegooddogtraining.com. Download a PDF with more details at https://bit.ly/CGDTpetgrief. See also support group, above.
Littleton Lynda L. Warwick, Ph.D., 531 King St.,
Littleton, MA, 978 452-3711 x4, lynda@lyndawarwick.com, http://lyndawarwick.com/index.html
Medway: Anne M. Abeloff, LMHC, 165 Main Street Suite 105, Medway, MA 02053, 508-816-4952, anne@anneabelofflmhc.com, https://www.anneabelofflmhc.com
Newton: Margaret Fasolo, LICSW, Newton, MA 02460, (914) 207-9019, mfasolo.licsw@gmail.com, https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/margaret-fasolo-brookline-ma/424000
Salem: Natalie Femino, LMHC, 201 Washington Street,
Salem, MA 01970, 978-745-8311, natalina1@verizon.net, https://www.nataliefemino.com/pet-loss
South Hadley: Hollis Greenspan, LICSW, 29 1/2 Berwyn St A, South Hadley, MA 01075, (973) 670-7415, 36brightstars@gmail.com, https://hollis-greenspan.clientsecure.me
Southeastern Massachusetts: Christy Burbidge, LCSW, PhD, https://www.christyburbidge.com
Uxbridge: Kimberly Charbonneau, Friends of Willow, Uxbridge, MA, (401) 585-0309, kimberly.charbonneau19@gmail.com
West Newbury: Marla Andrews, M.Ed., Humane Hearts, West Newbury, MA 01985, 978.572.0698, marla@humanehearts.com, http://humanehearts.com - also available to speak to clients online.
IN-HOME EUTHANASIA/HOSPICE CARE
Arlington: Dr. Mary Devlin, 10 Court Street #322, Arlington, MA 02476, (617) 297-8875, info@honoredhearts.com, http://honoredhearts.com
Boston & Western MA: Pet Loss At Home, 8am-8pm, Seven Days/Week, Multiple Veterinarians, Better Availability, (877) 219-4811, https://petlossathome.com/mobile-vet/massachusetts/boston-cat-dog-euthanasia/
Cape Cod: Dr. Michele Sims, Codapet, Cape Cod, MA,
(833) 263-2738, info@codapet.com,
https://booking.codapet.com/cities/cape-cod-ma. Serves Cape Cod and surrounding areas.
Northborough: Christine Maxfield, DVM, In-Home Euthanasia of MA, Northborough, MA 01532, 508-466-8201, drchristine@inhomeeuthanasia.net, https://inhomeeuthanasia.net/. Serving Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Pioneer Valley: Robert Sidorsky, Mobile Vet of Western MA, Shelburne Falls, MA, 01370, 1-888-625-9353, info@mobilevetofwesternmass.com, http://mobilevetofwesternmass.com. Serves Western MA and the Pioneer Valley, including Springfield, Northampton, Greenfield and Pittsfield.
Quincy: Susan Holt, DVM, Say Goodbye At Home, Quincy, MA 02169, (508) 375-1234, sholtdvm@gmail.com, https://www.saygoodbyeathome.us/ In-home euthanasia and cremation transportation; aquamation.
Roslindale: Dr. Kim Smith, Boston Twilight Vet, Roslindale, MA 02131, (857) 389-9991, info@bostontwilightvet.com, https://www.bostontwilightvet.com/
CEMETERIES/CREMATORIES:
Please note that most veterinary clinics and many SPCAs/humane societies also offer cremation services.
Foxborough: Final Gift - Angel View Pet Cemetery & Crematory, 400 South St, Foxborough, MA 02035, (800) 477-5044, https://www.finalgift.com
Methuen: Hillside Acre Animal Cemetery, 400 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844-2052, (978) 687-7453 x 6101, methuen@mspca.org, https://www.mspca.org/programs-resources/hillside-acre-animal-cemetery-at-nevins-farm/
Middleborough: Final Gift - Angel View Pet Cemetery & Crematory, Rt. 28, 471 Wareham St., Middleborough, MA 02346, (800) 477-5044, https://www.finalgift.com
Sandwich: Pawsitive Memories - Eco-Friendly Pet Cremation, 376 Route 130 Unit C, Sandwich, MA 02563, (774) 413-5385, info@pawsitivememoriescapecod.com, http://pawsitivememories.net
When a pet dies, you want help... fast!
You'll find it in Moira Allen's Coping with Sorrow on the Loss of Your Pet. In a book filled with comfort, compassion and support, you'll find the tools and tips you need to:
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- Understand the feelings you're going through -- and find ways to ease the pain
- "Say good-bye" with memorials, tributes and other coping strategies
- Help your children and other family members deal with their grief
- Deal with people who "just don't understand"
- Help surviving pets cope with the loss of a missing companion
- Come to terms with the guilt we so often feel when a pet dies
- Handle the agonizing decision of euthanasia
- Choose the best and most comforting "final resting place" for your pet
- Determine when and how to bring a new companion into your home (how soon is too soon?)
- Improve your chances of recovering a lost or stolen pet
- Help a friend cope with loss
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