The purpose of this phenomenological study was to explore the perceptions of grieving
individuals regarding how owning and interacting with a companion animal had affected …

This research used an online quantitative survey to investigate variables related to grief
following pet loss. These included type of relationship, animal species, amount of time since …

This study was conducted in order to obtain a better understanding of the experience of grief
in response to the anticipated or actual loss of a companion animal. Although a growing …

Through the analysis of a phenomenological research design, this study examined (a) the
lived experiences of pet owners who have experienced the loss of a companion animal;(b) …

An online survey investigated variables that are related to grief, guilt and loneliness
following companion animal loss. Variables of interest were: relationship, species, time …

Pet loss is a common occurrence. Previous literature on pet loss specifically examines
attachment strength; however, this study also investigated attachment style. One hundred …

This study was designed to evaluate the effect of a companion animal on the grief
experienced from conjugal bereavement. It was proposed that bonded dog owners with …

The purpose of this study was to explore the loss of a companion animal/pet family member
within the context of a family. In order to better understand the nature of bereavement upon …

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Bereaved older adult pet owners experience several grief related obstacles following the
death of a beloved companion animal. There is an overwhelming amount of research and …