Six months after losing my Yorkie, Scooter, I finally sat down and wrote the book I desperately needed but couldn’t find.

Not a book that rushes you through grief. Not a book that minimizes what you lost. A book that starts with the one thing nobody said to me when he was gone — I understand.

When Love Means Letting Go walks you through the emotional reality of pet loss with honesty, compassion, and a gentleness that honors the depth of your feelings. Because what you had with your pet was real. Your grief is real. And you deserve a clear path forward — not away from their memory, but carrying it with you.

By the time you reach the last page, I hope that you’ll know this: healing doesn’t mean letting go. It means learning to love them in a new way.

Inside you’ll find:

Honest, compassionate support for the early days of grief
Practical guidance for navigating the emotions others may not understand
Heartfelt stories and insights to remind you that you are not alone
A gentle path toward healing that honors your pet’s place in your life

Written by someone who loved a dog named Scooter. Written for anyone who loves that hard.

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When Love Means Letting Go : Finding Peace in Your Pet’s Final Days