Category: Books

A 28 page workbook for children and families using art therapy to:

Support children when learning about death,

Facilitate expression of emotions surrounding loss

Foster positive coping strategies when faced with grief.

"Dr. Sugar has developed beautiful resources that offer a guiding light to families navigating companion animal loss alongside their children. The digital and print books are written with a deep understanding of the role pets play in our lives and provide safe space and insight for parents and children experiencing this unique grief. I connected with Pawsitive Resources at the beginning of my Vet Social Work career and continue to return to these tools when I work with clients—they are integral to the support I provide at my hospital."
Sarah Bernardi, RSW, MSW Veterinary Social Worker (Ontario Veterinary College Health Sciences Centre )

Price: $12.99 + tax
Purchase Codes: AVP 9130210, VP 6890850, WDDC 142916









This best selling book has been used for 20 years by veterinary clinics, veterinary teaching hospitals and grief counsellors as a resource to help children cope with the loss of a pet.

An illustrated children’s book aimed at younger children which encourages expression of emotions surrounding loss and sadness. This book features a pet dog in the illustrated children’s story.

A resource section at the back includes age specific advice on explaining death to children and answers to commonly asked questions.

Price: $12.99 + tax
Purchase Codes: AVP 9130200, VP 6890800, WDDC 108197

Pour votre enfant, ce livre: Peut servir d’outil par lequel il ou elle exprimera ouvertement ses émotions

Pour vous, le parent, ce livre: Offre des recommandations adaptées à l’âge de votre enfant sure la meilleure façon de lui expliquer la mort.

Prix: 12,99 $ + taxes
Purchase Code:  VP 6890810

This brand new book consisting of three parts. Each part is designed to support families through their grief and assist them to begin healing their hearts.

Part I: An illustrated children’s story which chronicles one family’s journey through the loss of their beloved cat, the emotions they feel and the steps they take to work through their grief and healing.

Part II: Suggestions for healing activities and memorial ideas which families can participate in together.

Part III: A Resource guide for parents to provide guidance through the difficult discussions surrounding death and the emotions surrounding the grief of pet loss. Includes a section on companion animal grief.

Price: $13.50 + tax
Purchase Codes:  AVP 9130190, VP 6890950, WDDC 133582