Anticipatory Grief Support for Pet Parents

Support before the goodbye.
Pet Loss Grief Support

Anticipatory grief is real.

You’re not alone in feeling it. Whether your beloved pet has been diagnosed with a terminal illness or is simply showing signs of aging, the fear of losing them can weigh heavily on your heart and mind. Many pet parents experience this quiet, ongoing grief without ever realizing there’s a name for it—or support available.

Why Pet Loss Grief Is So Deep—and So Often Overlooked

The bond we share with our pets is pure, unconditional, and deeply personal. They’re our daily companions, our comfort, our family. When they pass, the grief can be as profound as losing a human loved one—but many pet parents are made to feel like they should just “move on.”

What You Might Be Feeling Right Now (And Why That’s Okay)

If you’re reading this, it’s likely that you’re hurting. Maybe you’ve just said goodbye to your pet. Maybe it happened months ago, and the pain still lingers. Maybe you feel numb, angry, guilty, or completely overwhelmed.

All of that is normal. And all of that is valid.

Grief doesn’t follow a straight path—and healing looks different for everyone. Our job is to walk beside you and help you find your way forward, with compassion and care.

What Makes Love, Baxter Support Different

We’ve built our grief support offerings with one clear belief: no pet parent should have to grieve alone. Here’s what sets us apart:


  • Expert-Led Support: Our offerings are guided by compassionate professionals trained in pet loss and grief.
  • Flexible Support Options: Whether you want to talk one-on-one, connect with others in a group, or just quietly read and reflect, we offer support that fits your needs and schedule.
  • Community That Gets It: Our online space is full of people who understand what you’re going through—no need to explain or justify your pain.
  • Gentle, Ongoing Guidance: From weekly emails to deep-dive workshops, we help you make sense of your grief, one small step at a time.

Why pet parents love our pet loss community…

I honestly don’t know what I would do without PLC and Dr. Lawlor, Dr. Lippman and Dr. Tarantino. I lost both of my dogs within 2 months. Noone really understood what I was going through. I spent the first month feeling numb to everything and with the private sessions that we’ve had, I am finally starting to understand and heal.

Support That Meets You Where You Are

Whether you need one-on-one support, group sessions, or self-paced guidance—we’re here for you. Explore our monthly plans and find what fits.