- online support sessions -A gentle space to feel seen and understood
After losing Tilly, I remember simply wanting to talk to someone who understood how I was feeling. I needed to know that I wasn't alone in missing my girl so much. I wanted to feel some relief from the pain, even if it was only for a little while.
That experience has shaped our online support sessions.They’re a compassionate and safe space where you can talk openly about your grief and connect with other grieving pet parents who understand.
You don’t need to have the right words or know exactly what to say. Some people talk. Some people cry. Some people simply listen. It’s all welcome here.
Most people leave feeling a little lighter, less alone and more understood.You might be wondering
"Will I have to talk?"
"What if I get emotional?"
"What if I don’t know what to say?"
"Will I be judged for how I feel?"
Whatever you're feeling, you're welcome here.- a warm welcome -From the moment you join, you'll be welcomed with kindness, compassion, and understanding
You don't have to explain why it hurts so much here.
We get it.Because we've lived it.
"I found it comforting to be in an accepting environment where my grief was ‘ok’."
Stefanie, lost her cat, Bryndis
Connect online, come as you are
There's no need to travel, leave the house or prepare anything beforehand.
Join from wherever feels comfortable.
Your bed
Your sofa
Your kitchen table
A quiet corner
You'll be welcome exactly as you are.- no judgement. no expectations. no timeline. -Grief doesn’t follow rules
There’s no right or wrong way to grieve, and no timeline. Whether you're feeling heartbroken, angry, numb, guilty, or completely overwhelmed, there’s space for all of it here.
If your loss was yesterday or years ago, we’re here for you.
You won't be judged.
You won't be rushed.
You won't be told how to feel.
You won't be asked to move on.
What actually happens in an online session
A gentle check-in
As everyone joins, we take a moment to settle in. We'll start with a simple emotional check-in where you can use the chat box to share how you're feeling.
A gentle structure designed to help everyone feel safe, seen, and supported.
A gentle check-in
As everyone joins, we take a moment to settle in. You'll be invited to share how you're feeling through our simple emotional check-in, helping everyone feel welcomed, understood, and supported from the very start.
Your space to share
Once everyone has joined, we go around the group and each person has time to share how they're feeling and what's on their heart. You can talk about your pet, your grief or whatever you need that day.
Your pet. Your grief. Your story.
Everyone has the opportunity to introduce themselves, share who they've lost, and talk about whatever is on their heart, whether that's guilt, loneliness, special memories, or simply how much they miss their beloved companion.
People who get it
After everyone has had the opportunity to share, the conversation opens naturally to talk about all things pet loss. As people share their experiences, there's often a sense of relief in realising that others understand exactly how they're feeling & that they’re not alone in their grief.
One small step forward
Before we finish, we reflect on one gentle thing we can do to support ourselves during the week ahead. Something small, meaningful, and manageable for wherever you are in your grief. There's no right or wrong answer. Just whatever feels comforting for you right now.
With people who get it
After everyone has had the opportunity to share, we open the room for a general discussion about all things pet loss, from loneliness and guilt to triggers and memories. You can share or simply listen, whatever feels right for you.
No pressure to speak. Ever.
One small step forward
We finish with a gentle reflection on one thing we can do to look after ourselves in the week ahead. There's no right or wrong answer, just whatever feels supportive and manageable for you.
Some people worry they won't know what to say. Once they realise they’re surrounded by others who get it and feel safe, heard and understood, they often find themselves sharing how they feel.
Our sessions are:✓ Small so everyone has time to share and feel heard
✓ Around 90 minutes, so there’s time to rest and reflect after
✓ Free to attend, with support from The National Lottery Community Fund and generous donations
✓ Small, so everyone has time to share and feel heard
✓ Around 90 minutes, so there’s time to settle in, share and connect
✓ Online via Zoom, so you can join from wherever feels comfortable
- a community that stays with you -Support doesn’t end when the session does
After your first online support session, you'll receive an email inviting you to join our private, moderated WhatsApp community, along with access to our resource library.
Grief doesn't follow a schedule, and neither does support. Whether you're having a difficult day, want to share a memory of your beloved pet or simply need a reminder that you're not alone, there's always someone who understands.
A private WhatsApp communityAvailable 24/7, our private, moderated community offers ongoing comfort, connection, understanding and a sense of belonging between sessions. Stay connected with other grieving pet parents who get it and share what's on your mind.
Your resource libraryYou'll also have ongoing access to our growing resource library, with blogs, book recommendations, guided meditations, memorialisation ideas and other gentle resources to support you throughout your grief.
- if this feels like something you need -Take a gentle first step and join us
If you feel ready, you're warmly welcome to join one of our online support sessions and be with other grieving pet parents who understand.
You don’t have to go through this alone.Still not sure if a session feels right for you?
That’s OK. It’s natural to feel nervous before joining your first session, especially when your grief still feels raw or overwhelming.
There’s no pressure to rush. Take your time to read through the FAQs below and hear from others who once felt the same way.
Join when you're ready. We'll be here when you are.-
No. There’s no pressure to talk before you feel ready.
You’re welcome to listen, and many people find that once they feel safe and comfortable, they naturally feel able to share.
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Yes. We kindly ask everyone to have their camera on during the session. Being able to see each other helps everyone feel more connected and creates a more personal and supportive environment, particularly when people are sharing something as vulnerable as their grief.
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That’s completely OK. Your tears are always welcome here.
Grief is a natural response to losing someone you love, and many of us become emotional when talking about our pets. You’ll be surrounded by people who understand.
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Each session includes a gentle emotional check-in, time for everyone to share, an open group discussion about anything pet loss brings up, and a gentle reflection before we finish.
You can see exactly how our sessions work above.
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Grieving pet parents from all walks of life. Because our sessions are online, people join us from across the UK at different ages and stages of grief.
What brings everyone together is the love they have for their pets and the experience of losing someone who meant so much to them.
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Not at all. Whether you’ve lost a dog, cat, rabbit, horse, bird or another beloved pet, you’re very welcome here.
Love is love, and we understand that the depth of your grief isn't determined by the type of animal you lost.
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Not at all. There’s no timeline for grief. Whether your loss was very recent or many years ago, you’re welcome to join us whenever you feel you need support.
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No. Our sessions are peer support, not therapy or counselling. They offer a compassionate space to talk openly about your grief and connect with other grieving pet parents who understand pet loss through lived experience.
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Our online support sessions are completely free to attend. If you’d like to make a donation, you’ll have the option when you book.
Donations help us continue providing free support to grieving pet parents, but there’s absolutely no obligation.
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Simply choose a date from the booking calendar above and book your place. You’ll receive a confirmation email with everything you need to join us on Zoom.
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That’s no problem. If you can’t make it, simply use the “Change/Cancel Appointment” link in your confirmation email. Spaces are limited, so cancelling your place means another grieving pet parent can join.
Frequently asked questions
If there’s anything else you’d like to know before joining us, please get in touch. I’m always happy to answer any questions.