Loss Resources *This is not an exhaustive list, nor do the contents imply endorsement by NCSU

Hotlines

Many veterinary organizations host volunteer- or student-run hotlines that are available on a limited weekly schedule. We have chosen to list only those hotlines that are regularly and/or professionally staffed.

ASPCA Loss Hotline (877) 474-3310 Calls are returned 24 hrs/day

IAMS Pet Loss Support Center and Hotline (888) 332-7738 This national hotline is available Monday through Friday from 9am-6pm EST.

Websites

The Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB) (718) 382-0690 http://www.aplb.org The APLB maintains a clearinghouse of information on pet loss and facilitates online chats for those grieving an animal.

Hoofbeats in http://hoofbeats-in-heaven This website serves as an online memorial for horses and accepts tribute submissions. A list of horse loss resources is also maintained here.

Marty Tousley http://www.griefhealing.com Marty Tousley’s website includes online education materials, pet memorials, poetry, and resource listings for both and animal loss.

Nikki Hospice Foundation for (707) 557-8595 www.pethospice.org This website provides basic information on hospice care for .

Pet Loss Support Pages http://pet-loss.net This website, maintained by Moira Allen, includes state-by-state listings of pet loss resources. A variety of other information, including end-of-life planning, euthanasia, and pet loss handouts, can be printed from this site.

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Animal Loss Resources *This is not an exhaustive list, nor do the contents imply endorsement by NCSU

Rainbow Bridge http://www.rainbowbridge.com This site provides an interactive memorial page, as well as a pet loss forum and links to other pet loss resources.

Caskets, Urns and Memorials (♦ denotes a North Carolina business)

Ascension Art Glass www.ascensionartglass.com Pet memorial paperweights that integrate cremains

Ashes to Art www.ashestoart.com Custom raku pottery pet urns

Best Friend Services www.bestfriendservices.com Animal urns, pet cremation jewelry, burial markers, and sympathy gifts

Celebrations of Life www.celebrationsoflife.net Personalized books based on your animal’s own story

Celebrative Art www.celebrativeart.com Cremation urns and keepsake jewelry

Custom Pet Urns www.custompeturns.com Custom-made pet sculpture urns

Forever Pets www.foreverpets.com Urns for dogs, cats, and horses

Furry Angel Pet Memorials www.furryangel.com Pet memorial candles and memorial wind chimes

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Animal Loss Resources *This is not an exhaustive list, nor do the contents imply endorsement by NCSU

Good Shepherd Pet Services ♦ (704) 553-0545 www.goodshepherdpet.com Memory glass, caskets, urns, and keepsake boxes; serving Charlotte and Western North Carolina

In the Seam www.intheseam.com Custom canvas photo pillows in the likeness of your animal

Let Your Love Grow www.letyourlovegrow.com Planting mix that neutralizes cremains for remembrance gardens/plantings

Meadow Creek Stones ♦ (704) 241-8005 www.heartseaseetchings.com Pet memorial stones and markers

My Treasured Pet Memorials www.mytreasuredpetmemorials.com Death announcements and memorial cards

Pet Reliquaries www.petreliquaries.com Hand-crafted, custom-made mementoes designed to hold ashes, fur, or whiskers

Shine On Brightly ♦ (8660 844-4469 www.shineonbrightly.com Pet urns, memorial jewelry, and memorial glass

Star Wishing www.starwishing.com Name a star in your animal’s honor

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