Getting a new pet
In their process of healing, some pet owners
decide to get a new pet, thinking it may help heal their grief. In
reality, a new pet should not be introduced until a pet owner is ready
to move on. Allow yourself to go through the stages of grief before
considering a new animal. Pet owners who do not let themselves heal
before getting a new pet are more likely to place the pet in a shelter
at a later date. The following guidelines are intended to help you
choose your new pet:
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Avoid comparing your new pet to the pet you lost. They will never be the same and you are only adding grief and stress for your new pet.
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Consider purchasing a new pet before you lose your elderly pet; this may cause your older pet to hang on longer and prevents you from having to get acquainted with a new pet while still mourning the loss of another.
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Do not give your new pet the same name or a nickname of your pet that has passed.
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Do not purchase a pet as a replacement for your pet that has passed away.
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Look for a pet that is different from your last pet, either in breed, species, or personality.
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Take time to think about what kind of pet you want and what sort of pet fits in with your lifestyle.#Pet #Vet #Animals #CaringHandsAnimalHospital