Going Home: Finding Peace When Pets Die

By Jon Katz

Book Overview

In this invaluable guide and touchstone, New York Times bestselling author Jon Katz addresses the difficult but necessary topic of saying goodbye to a beloved pet. Drawing on personal experiences, stories from fellow pet owners, and philosophical reflections, Katz provides support for those in mourning. By allowing ourselves to grieve honestly and openly, he posits, we can in time celebrate the dogs, cats, and other creatures that have so enriched us. Katz compels us to consider if we gave our pets good lives, if we were their advocates in times of need, and if we used our best judgments in the end. In dealing with these issues, we can alleviate guilt, let go, and help others who are undergoing similar passages. By honoring the animals that have graced our lives, we reveal their truly timeless gifts- unwavering companionship and undying love. With a brand-new Foreword by the author

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0345502701
• ISBN13: 9780345502704
• Release Date: August 2012
• Publisher: Random House Trade
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.3" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

Going Home this book gave me comfort

This was so similar to my situation with my best friend Odin. Even the name was so similar it came in the perfect time for me and made me feel so much better