Kristi Freeman, D.V.M. - Pet Loss Support

If it should be, that I grow frail and weak
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then you must do what must be done
For this, the last battle, can't be won.
You will be sad, I understand.
Don't let your grief then stay your hand,
For this day, more than the rest,
Your love and friendship stand the test.
We've had so many happy years
What is to come can hold no fears.
You'd not want me to suffer, so,
When the time comes, please let me go.
Take me where my needs they'll tend only,
Stay with me to the end,
And hold me firm and speak to me,
Until my eyes no longer see.
I know in time you will see
It is a kindness you do to me
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering I've been saved.
Don't grieve it should be you
Who decides this thing you do,
We've been so close, we two, these years
Don't let your heart hold any tears.
Smile - for we walked together,
For a little while...

Kristi Freeman, D.V.M., Inc. San Diego’s First Exclusive Animal Home Euthanasia and Hospice Practice Established 2003 619-741-5366 kfreevet@cox.net "Caring and compassion for a graceful departure”
Home Page About Kristi What Is Hospice Care? Assessing Quality of Life Emergency Contacts Testimonials In Memoriam Information and Fees Contact Kristi	Saying goodbye does not mean forgetting your cherished animal friend, but celebrating a life that has touched your own. Letting go of a pet that has passed away is a healthy part of the grieving process and there are several resources to help. San Diego Humane Society: 619-299-7012. ext. 2311 5500 Gaines Street San Diego, CA 92110 www.sdhumane.org The San Diego Humane Society and SPCA’s Pet Loss Support Group is a helpful way of coping with the loss of a pet in a relaxed, group setting. Participants are encouraged to share experiences to support each other during this challenging time. There is no charge for these sessions, thanks to San Diego Pet Memorial Park, however donations are gratefully accepted. Sessions run one weekday evening per month, one weekend morning per month and are open to those ages 12 and up. Reservations are encouraged. Call for exact dates and times.
	The Pet Loss Support Hotline: 800-565-1526 When a beloved animal dies, is in failing health, is lost or stolen or must be placed in a new home, the end of a relationship with a special animal can be one of the most difficult times of your life. The Pet Loss Support Hotline is there to help. Monday Friday 6:30pm 9:30 pm
	San Diego County Pet Bereavement Program: 760-436-6798 Dr. Lorri Greene, PHD Licensed Psychologist 2058 Oxford Avenue, #A Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA 92007 For anyone who has loved and lost a companion animal. Offering caring, compassionate understanding of your loss. For 20 years, Dr. Lorri Greene has provided group and individual pet bereavement counseling.
	Reading List "Coping with Sorrow on the Loss of Your Pet" By Moira Anderson, 1987 "The Tenth Good Thing About Barney" By Judith Viorst Atheneum, 1975 "How to Survive the Loss of a Love" By Harold Bloomfield, 1977 "Saying Good-Bye to the Pet You Love" By Lorrie A. Greene/Jacqueline Landis, 2002 "On Children and Death" By Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, 1969 "On Death and Dying," By Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, 1969 "Preparing for the Loss of Your Pet" By Myrna Milani, D.V.M, 1988 "The Loss of a Pet" By Wallace Sife, Ph.D, 1998
	A Pet's Prayer If it should be, that I grow frail and weak And pain should keep me from my sleep, Then you must do what must be done For this, the last battle, can't be won. You will be sad, I understand. Don't let your grief then stay your hand, For this day, more than the rest, Your love and friendship stand the test. We've had so many happy years What is to come can hold no fears. You'd not want me to suffer, so, When the time comes, please let me go. Take me where my needs they'll tend only, Stay with me to the end, And hold me firm and speak to me, Until my eyes no longer see. I know in time you will see It is a kindness you do to me Although my tail its last has waved, From pain and suffering I've been saved. Don't grieve it should be you Who decides this thing you do, We've been so close, we two, these years Don't let your heart hold any tears. Smile - for we walked together, For a little while...