Pet Loss Support Hotlines

Cornell University Pet Loss Support Hotline: (607) 218-7457

The hotline is staffed by volunteer veterinary students who have undergone extensive training with professional grief counselors. You can choose to remain anonymous when calling in. The Pet Loss Support Hotline is available Monday - Friday 6-9PM EST, and on Saturdays - Sundays 12PM-9PM EST.

CVMA Pet Loss Helpline: (630) 325-1600

This helpline is a free service for grieving pet owners. Trained volunteers retrieve messages from the grieving and then call to offer support by active listening as well as providing printed materials and referrals when needed.

Nikki Hospice for Pets Foundation Pet Loss Support Hotline: (707) 557-8595

The NHFP provides pet loss support via their hotline. Most voicemails are returned within 24 to 72 hours.  There is no charge to the public for telephone counseling sessions.

Tufts Pet Loss Support Hotline: (508) 839-7966

Tufts Pet Loss Support Hotline helps pet owners who have lost an animal companion and provides resources for people grieving the loss of a pet. The hotline is staffed from 6 pm to 9 pm Monday through Thursday EST and has 24-hour voicemail. Calls left on the voicemail will be returned at the next scheduled shift.