Offer condolences for the loss of their pet and a kind, hopeful wish. Pets are like family and losing them is so hard. Sending prayers for comfort your way. It's just not fair that pets don't live longer.
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your (pet, dog, cat). I hope the happy memories bring you comfort as you grieve. Our sincere condolences on the loss of (pet's name). We loved (his/her) big personality and will truly miss seeing (him/her) at the office.
If you want to help in some way, offer to do shopping, cleaning, or activities your loved-one might not have the energy to do. Talk about the pet. This will actually help your loved-one to feel better. Write down something you remember and liked about the pet and give it to the person whose pet died.
“Thinking of you and your family as you celebrate the life of your beloved.” “May your happy memories give you peace and comfort during this challenging time.” “I am sharing in your sadness as you remember your loved one.” “Praying for you during this difficult time.
You have my deepest sympathy and unwavering support. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. Wishing you the best and know you have my full support in every moment.
“A companion is gone … but the memory lives on.” “The most difficult thing about having a dog is the goodbye.” “Grief is not a sign of weakness, but the price of love.” “If the kindest souls were rewarded with the longest lives, dogs would outlive us all.”
Over the course of several years, the term Rainbow Bridge has become synonymous with animal lovers who have lost a pet. You may hear a grief-stricken owner say their deceased pet has “crossed the Rainbow Bridge” or say “I'll meet you at the Rainbow Bridge” in reference to the pet.
The Rainbow Bridge (as beautifully encapsulated in a poem of the same name - see below) is a mythological place to which cats (and other pets) go upon their death, eventually to be reunited with their carers.
Why Pet Loss Hurts. “One reason why losing a pet is such a deep loss is because animals' love is so unconditional and accepting,” she said. But it's also because so many aspects of people's lives are impacted. “Every single facet of life is part of the loss,” she explained.
