Welcome to the Pet Loss Support Group Page of Chance's Spot Pet Loss and Support Resources

Are you or someone you know grieving the loss of a pet? Maybe the pet is terminally ill? Or, maybe you're an animal care professional who needs support. Why not join us for our weekly pet loss support group? The member-led group moderated by Chance's Spot meets online every Thursday from 9 to 10 P.M. Eastern time. The group will be held as an open forum, and everyone is welcome. Please join us!

Group Rules

While in group we ask that you respect each other and refrain from strong language and vulgarity. For your safety, we ask that you do not give out personal information while in group. Joking and having fun is permitted provided that it is not interfering with the ability of other members to seek and give support. Remember, our primary purpose is to offer each other support.

 

In order to join the group, you will need to have Java enabled. If you need directions on how to do this please follow this link: http://java.com/en/download/help/enable_browser.xml. After you have Java enabled, you may enter the chat. You will also need a username to sign in and enter the online meeting.

 

Join us for our next Online Pet Loss Support Group on Thursday, February 9, 2012 at 9PM EST. At this time a Group Online! button will appear below and you will be able to enter the chat. At all other times the chat will be offline. Thank you.

Post about your loss at our Pet Loss Support Message Board

Visit the Pet Loss Support Message Board to post messages about your loss for others to respond to, or read and respond to messages from other members. The Message Board is continually updated by members and moderators, so please be sure to check back often for new information and upcoming events. Visit the Pet Loss Message Board here.

Attend our Pet Loss Education and Support Group

Through education, support, and information, Chance's Spot assists the public in understanding that the grief suffered when a dearly loved pet is lost is a heartfelt example of how genuine the human-animal bond can be. Our local support group is sponsored by the New Albany Floyd County Animal Control and Shelter and will resume in the summer of 2010. Presentation presenter and group moderator will be Chance's Spot founder, Gail Heller.

 

The group is FREE and open to pet caregivers, veterinarians and staff, or anyone that has lost a pet. For exact dates and directions, please visit the Chance's Spot Local Page or give the shelter a call at 812.948.5355. If you do not live in the Metro Louisville, Kentucky area, please visit our Pet Loss Hotlines Page for more information or a group near you or contact us and we'll try and help you find one.

Immediate assistance for those in crisis

If you feel as though you need to speak with someone immediately regarding the loss of a pet, please visit our Pet Loss Hotlines Page for telephone support numbers. There you will find toll-free, local and long distance pet loss support phone numbers, in addition to web site support. In the event that you are unable to find assistance at these resources, please refer to your local phonebook for crisis intervention numbers.

Important

Please understand that Chance's Spot does not provide professional counseling services. It is urged that if you feel you need professional assistance that you consult your local Yellow Pages. Thank you.