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Percy the Poodle’s Puzzle Time
What questions might children ask? Abbie suggests giving answers that are easy to understand for children of all ages, and give them suggestions on how to share their feelings.
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gone to the Rainbow Bridge or do you have another place you think Jasper would love? Did it hurt when Jasper died? No, Jasper wouldn’t have been in any pain. The vet would have made sure he was comfortable. He would have died peacefully and just drifted off to sleep. Why did Jasper die? Jasper may have been poorly and his medicine was no longer making him feel any better, or he may have been too old and his legs were just too tired to carry on moving. Sometimes, our pets reach a certain age and their bodies start to get very tired, and there are signs they no longer want to be alive anymore. That’s why our vets help us to decide when to say goodbye. Start the conversation It may not always be possible, but sometimes speaking with your child before the time comes can be helpful. This gives you the opportunity to explain in a way they can understand what saying goodbye means. There are many helpful resources available to support you in having these conversations; you could ask your vet, your local pet crematorium or a Blue Cross pet bereavement advisor.
Where has Jasper gone, is he coming back? Jasper has passed away… so he won’t be coming back. He hasn’t gone anywhere in particular; you must think in your mind of a place where he may be at his happiest, and then that can be your special place where you can remember him having fun. You can remember him and think about all the fun you used to have together. You can look at pictures and videos of the games you used to play, and visit the walks you used to go on. Yes, he has gone, but he won’t be forgotten. Can we do something special for Jasper? Of course. You can create a memory box for Jasper to help you think about all the wonderful memories. Draw some lovely pictures or gather his favourite toy, collar or food bowl to place in the box. You can even write him letters or ask your parents to print some photographs. This will be your very own special place to visit when you miss Jasper the most. It is a reminder of all the good times and the joy Jasper brought to your life. Is Jasper alone now? I don’t want him to be lonely Jasper is always in your memory, he will always be thought about by you and your family, and won’t be lonely. Why don’t you tell me your favourite memory of Jasper and where you had the most fun? My mom says Jasper has gone to the Rainbow Bridge, is that true? What do you think? Do you think Jasper has
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