Pet loss is often disenfranchised grief—grief that society may not fully recognize, despite its profound impact. Similarly, managing the daily demands of a reactive or behaviourally complex pet can be isolating, stressful, and exhausting. Caring for a pet with chronic health issues can be scary, confusing, and sad. At Prairie Coast Counselling, we provide a compassionate space to support you through the challenges of pet loss and the complexities of caring for pets with special needs.
We understand that pets are family and that each relationship is unique. Our counselling services honour both the profound loss of a pet and the challenges of caring for our animal family members, offering a safe and empathetic space to process these experiences.
Counselling for pet loss and the challenges of dog behaviour management provides a space to explore your emotions, receive validation, and gain tools for resilience.
Here’s how pet loss and behaviour counselling can support you:
If you’re struggling with pet loss or managing a challenging dog, counselling can be a supportive and healing experience that addresses both aspects with care and understanding.
If you’re coping with the loss of a beloved pet, caring for a physically ill pet, or managing the daily demands of caring for a reactive or behaviourally complex animal, our counselling services can provide the support, understanding, and resources you need. This form of counselling is particularly beneficial for those who feel isolated in their experiences or are seeking ways to cope with the emotional impact.
At Prairie Coast Counselling, we’re committed to helping pet owners through the unique challenges of loss and the complexities of caring for our pets. Our experienced counsellors provide a safe, empathetic space for healing, connection, and resilience-building. Contact us today to schedule a session and begin your journey toward comfort, balance, and strength.
We acknowledge we are on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō, and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We acknowledge our responsibility to learn about the past and take proactive steps towards reconciliation.