OVC Pet Loss Support Hotline

 

Listening is the best medicine

"Our animals shepherd us through certain eras of our lives. When we are ready to turn the corner and make it on our own…they let us go."

--author unknown

Please call us at: 519-824-4120 x53694

Who we are:

• We are a group of University of Guelph students who are trained to listen and support you through your grief.
• We provide a non-judgmental forum in which you can express your feelings and concerns surrounding the loss of your pet.
• We are a resource you can use for information regarding pet loss, euthanasia and the memoralization of your pet.

We are not licensed veterinarians or counselors and as such we cannot give you medical advice or provide crisis intervention.

Please call:

Tuesday - Thursday
6:00 pm -9:00 pm ET
519-824-4120 x53694

An answering service is available outside regular hotline hours.

Email: petloss@uoguelph.ca

Please send all written mail to:

Pet Loss Support Hotline
Teaching Hospital
Ontario Veterinary College
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON N1G 2W1

 

Feeling sad over the death of a pet is normal.

We understand that grief can leave you feeling sad, angry, guilty, and alone. The expression of your emotions is part of the healing process. Talking to someone who understands the depth of the Human Animal Bond can help. We are here to listen, and offer our support.

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