Did You Know?

You raised that dog since it was 8 weeks old. Through countless vacations, weekend trips to the country, or maybe just being there for you when you were suffering from that nasty flu, Fido or Kitty has been there for you, comforting you, loving you without question. Now, unfortunately, your beloved pet has passed on.

Did you know that the ASPCA Animal Behavior Center offers a free Pet Loss Hotline for those trying to cope with the loss of a beloved companion? The service is led by Stephanie LaFarge, Ph.D., a psychologist with a deep understanding of the human-animal bond. As Senior Director of Counseling Services for the ASPCA, Dr. LaFarge helped hundreds of pet parents following the devastation of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, and continues to aid those facing difficult circumstances.

The ASPCA Pet Loss Hotline is free and available round-the-clock. Call 1-800-946-4646 and enter the pin number 140-7211, then your own phone number. Or call 1-217-337-9773. Dr. LaFarge will return your call. For more advice, including how to help kids cope with pet loss, visit: www.aspca.org/behavior. Don't suffer loss alone!