Pet Bereavement Support Service

Grieving for the loss of a pet, whether through death, parting, or enforced separation, can be a sad and difficult experience. Our Pet Bereavement Support Service (PBSS), run jointly with The Blue Cross, is able to help you through this traumatic time.

Telephone support line: 0800 096 6606

Call the support line on 0800 096 6606 (UK only including northern Ireland). The support line is open from 8.30am - 8.30pm every day. All calls are free and confidential from a landline. If calling from a mobile phone, some phone networks may charge. Support is provided by trained volunteers.



Email support: pbssmail@bluecross.org.uk

Sometimes, it's easier to write about how you are feeling rather than talking to someone. We will answer your email as soon as possible and within a maximum of 48 hours. If, however, you want to contact someone immediately, please use the telephone support line 0800 096 6606.



Leaflets and books on pet loss

There are many excellent books on the subject of pet loss available from libraries, bookshops and online retailers. Here, we list a selection of recommended titles that cover various aspects of grieving for a pet, that can also be purchased directly through the SCAS office.



Create an online pet memorial

Pet memorials can be a helpful and comforting way to remember and commemorate the life of a pet and celebrate the unique bond between you. Follow the simple instructions to set up your pet memorial on The Blue Cross website. You can read tributes from other animal lovers too.



About the Pet Bereavement Support Service

Losing a pet of any kind is often a painful experience and the Pet Bereavement Support Service, run in partnership with The Blue Cross, continues to help thousands of pet owners of all ages. Find out more about the service, which relies on a dedicated team of home-based volunteers.