Tagged With Loss & Grief

An elderly pug with a wrinkled face walking unsteadily in a continuous loop on a hardwood floor, indicating neurological or cognitive issues as it nears the end of its life.

Why Do Dogs Circle Before They Die? What End-of-Life Behavior Means

14 May 2024

Dogs may walk in circles before dying as a result of neurological disorders, cognitive dysfunction, or vestibular diseases that lead to confusion and dizziness.

Tall, brown dog sitting in a garden, weakly raising its paw in a farewell gesture, amidst a serene atmosphere

Do Dogs Say Goodbye Before They Die?

13 February 2024

Recognizing signs of a dying dog and the emotional aspects of letting go, while not anthropomorphizing their behaviors.

Blue-eyed Ragdoll cat with angel wings sitting on a cloud against a heavenly background

Do Cats Go to Heaven? Exploring Beliefs About Feline Afterlife

11 February 2024

Investigating religious and philosophical beliefs about where cats go after death, including Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and the human-animal bond.

Serene Golden Retriever lying in a sunlit meadow with a faint rainbow symbolizing peace and afterlife

Where Do Dogs Go When They Die? Exploring the Afterlife Path

7 February 2024

Biological dog taphonomy, cultural and religious beliefs in dog afterlife, emotional consequences of losing a pet, and green pet burial.

Dog with angel wings sitting peacefully on a cloud, symbolizing heaven

Can Dogs Go to Heaven? Theological and Cultural Perspectives

20 January 2024

Theological and cultural perspectives on dogs in the afterlife, including religious teachings, animal consciousness, and coping with pet loss.