Maryland Pet Loss Resources
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Please note that during the COVID pandemic, most support groups and many counselors will be offering services only via online platforms such as Zoom or through telephone support. Please contact providers directly for details.
HOTLINES:
(202) 966-2171 - The PAL Pet Loss Comfort Line can be accessed by calling the PAL office in Washington, D.C., Monday through Friday, from 9am to 5 pm. You will be referred to a PAL counselor. info@peopleanimalslove.org, https://www.peopleanimalslove.org/
SUPPORT GROUPS:
Can't find a support group in your area? Many groups now offer virtual meetings via Zoom or other platforms, and are open to participants from any location. Visit our list of Virtual Support Groups for more information.
Please note that dates and times of support group meetings often change without notice. Be sure to visit the website and/or contact the organization in advance to confirm meeting times and locations.
Reistertown: Nicodemus Memorial Park at Baltimore Humane Society, 1601 Nicodemus Rd., Reisterstown, MD, 410-833-8848, https://bmorehumane.org/services/memorial-services/. The group meets the first Tuesday evening of each month from 7pm to 8pm. Please email Veronica Van Hof, vvanhof@bmorehumane.org, to RSVP. Counseling, memorial and cremation services also provided.
COUNSELORS:
Mechanicsville: Melinda Ruppert, LCPC, Grief and Loss Counseling, 28095 Three Notch Rd., Suite 2C, Mechanicsville, MD 20659, 240-298-2442, melinda@melindaruppert.com, http://www.melindaruppertlcpc.com
New Market: Donna Clarke, LCPC, Linganore Counseling & Wellness,
11670 Old National Pike, New Market, MD 21774, donna@linganorecandw.com, https://linganorecandw.com/
Reistertown: Veronica Van Hof, Nicodemus Memorial Park at Baltimore Humane Society, 1601 Nicodemus Rd., Reisterstown, MD, 410-833-8848, vvanhof@bmorehumane.org, https://bmorehumane.org/services/memorial-services/. Support group, memorial services and cremation services also provided.
| Silver Spring: Robyn Weiner, LCSW-C. You don't need to grieve the loss of your beloved pet alone. Unlike most of society who minimizes the human-animal bond and the devastating loss of a non-human family member, I am here to provide you with support and a safe place to grieve. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-C, with over 20 years of experience helping people of all ages struggling with a wide range of emotional and mental health issues. I am available for in-person or virtual/remote sessions. 8630 Fenton Street,
Silver Spring, MD 20901, (240) 839-1004, Robyn@dtsstherapy.com, https://www.dtsstherapy.com/our-therapists/robyn-weiner-lcsw-c
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Silver Spring: Robyn Zeiger, PhD, 10300 Sweetbriar Parkway, Silver Spring, MD 20903, (301) 445-7333, rzeiger@drrobynzeiger.com, http://www.drrobynzeiger.com/
IN-HOME EUTHANASIA/HOSPICE CARE:
Baltimore Area: Dr. Julie Rabinowitz, Peaceful Passage, 443-956-2113, serves Baltimore metro area and surrounding towns (Baltimore County, Howard County). https://www.peacefulpassage.net
Bel Air: Shannon Skevakis DVM, 1200 Agora Drive Suite C #306,
Bel Air, MD 21014, (410) 777-8557, drshannon@myeternalpawprints.com, https://myeternalpawprints.com
Bethesda: Daphne Tanouye, VMD & Meagan Duffy, VMD, Rock Creek Home Veterinary Care, PO Box 31136, Bethesda, MD, 301.828.8846, info@rockcreekhomevet.com, https://rockcreekhomevet.com
Middletown: Lori Landis, DVM, Landis Veterinary Home Care, 301.371.7166, landisvetservices@gmail.com, https://landisvethomecare.com/. Home hospice and euthanasia services.
| Silver Spring: Karen Randall DVM, Solace Veterinary Hospice. Solace Veterinary Hospice provides home hospice and in-home euthanasia services for companion animals in the Maryland suburbs of Washington DC. We focus on helping animals experience terminal illness and the dying process with dignity, at home surrounded by their loving family. 7 days a week. 301-674-4123, info@solaceveterinaryservices.com, https://www.solaceveterinaryservices.com/ |
CEMETERIES/CREMATORIES:
Please note that most veterinary clinics and many SPCAs/humane societies also offer cremation services.
Annapolis: Chesapeake Pet Cremation Center, 814 Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD 21401, 410-897-4852, info@lastingtributesfuneralcare.com, https://www.lastingtributesfuneralcare.com/what-we-do/pet-services
Baltimore: Charm City Pet Crematory, 5500 O'Donnell St., Baltimore, MD 21224, 443-567-3192, zbudreski@gmail.com, https://www.charmcitypetcrematory.com
Baltimore/Reisterstown: Nicodemus Memorial Park, Humane Society of Baltimore Cty., Inc., 1601 Nicodemus Rd., Reisterstown, MD, (410) 883-8848, vvanhof@bmorehumane.org, https://bmorehumane.org/memorial-services/
Barnesville: Sugarloaf Pet Gardens, 21511 Peach Tree Rd., Dickerson, MD 20842, (301) 972-8882, jerry01@catskill.net, https://www.sugarloafpetgardens.org/index.html
Bel Air: Bel Air Pet Crematory, 1501 S. Tollgate Rd., Bel Air, MD 21015-5822, (410) 838-4900, bavhreports@gmail.com, https://belairvet.com/pet-cremation/
Beltsville: Daisy Hill Pet Cremation Services, 10771 Tucker Street
Beltsville MD, 20705, 301-324-7944, https://www.daisyhillpet.com. Serves MD, VA, DC.
Boonsboro: Agape Pet Services, 19712 Shepherdstown Pike, Boonsboro, MD 21713, 301-432-0431, 866-432-0431, https://agapepetservices.com/ (serving Hagerstown and Frederick areas). Offers equine services.
Centreville: Chesapeake Pet Cremation Center, 408 South Liberty Street, Centreville, MD 21617, (410) 758-1151, info@fhnfuneralhome.com, https://www.lastingtributesfuneralcare.com/what-we-do/pet-services
Chester: Chesapeake Pet Cremation Center, 106 Shamrock Road, Chester, MD 21619, (410) 643-2226, info@fhnfuneralhome.com, https://www.lastingtributesfuneralcare.com/what-we-do/pet-services
Chestertown Chesapeake Pet Cremation Center, 130 Speer Road, Chestertown, MD 21620, (410) 778-0055, info@fhnfuneralhome.com, https://www.lastingtributesfuneralcare.com/what-we-do/pet-services
Easton: Chesapeake Pet Cremation Center, Fellows, Helfenbein & Newnam Funeral Home, P.A., 200 South Harrison St., Easton, MD 21601, (410) 822-3131, info@fhnfuneralhome.com, https://www.lastingtributesfuneralcare.com/what-we-do/pet-services
Fallston: Pet Haven at Highview, 3433 Fallston Road, Fallston, MD 21047, 410.692.0093, 410.557.9103, info@highviewmemorialgardens.com, http://www.pethavenhighview.com/
Frederick: Resthaven Memorial Gardens, 9501 Catoctin Mountain Highway (US 15 North), Frederick, MD 21701, 301-898-7177, info@resthaven.us, https://www.resthaven.us/pet-services
Millington: Chesapeake Pet Cremation Center, Fellows, Helfenbein & Newnam Funeral Home, P.A., 370 West Cypress Street, Millington, MD 21651, (410) 928-5311, info@fhnfuneralhome.com, https://www.lastingtributesfuneralcare.com/what-we-do/pet-services
Mt. Airy: Faithful Memories LLC, Individual pet cremation Maryland and surrounding areas. 443-386-3396, Faithfulmemoriespetcremation@gmail.com, http://www.FaithfulMemoriespetcremation.com
Odenton: West Arundel Crematory, 1411 Annapolis Rd., Odenton, MD 21113, (410) 674-2600, http://www.westarundelcrematory.com/
Parkville: Best Friends Pet Cremation, Inc., 10108 Harford Rd., Parkville, MD 21234, (443) 929-0670, bestfriendpetcremation@gmail.com, http://www.bestfriendpetcremation.com (mobile pet cremation service)
Reisterstown/Baltimore: Nicodemus Memorial Park, Humane Society of Baltimore Cty., Inc., 1601 Nicodemus Rd., Reisterstown, MD, (410) 883-8848, vvanhof@bmorehumane.org, https://bmorehumane.org/memorial-services/
Rockville: Forever Faithful Pet Cremation & Funeralo Care, 1091 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852, (240) 428-1348, https://www.foreverfaithfulcares.com/
Timonium: Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens, 200 E. Padonia Road, Timonium, MD 21093, 410-666-0490, info@dulaneyvalley.com, https://www.dulaneyvalley.com/pet-gardens/
Urbana: Heavenly Days Animal Crematory, 3051-B Thurston Road, Urbana, MD 21704, 240-699-0034, info@heavenlydays.com, http://www.heavenlydays.com (handles horses)
Waldorf: Friendship Pet Memorial Park, 3221 Mattawoman Beantown Road, Waldorf, MD 20601, (301) 932-8901, toddgmanuel@gmail.com, http://www.friendshippetmemorialpark.com/
Williamsport: Valley Pet Cemetery, 127 Britner Ave., Williamsport, MD 21795, (301) 582-3320, valleypet@regencyfamily.com, http://www.valleypet.net/
Woodbine: Forever Faithful Pet Cremation & Funeralo Care, 519A Mabe Drive, Woodbine, MD 21797, (410) 552-0703, https://www.foreverfaithfulcares.com/
When a pet dies, you want help... fast!
You'll find it in Moira Allen's Coping with Sorrow on the Loss of Your Pet. In a book filled with comfort, compassion and support, you'll find the tools and tips you need to:
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- Understand the feelings you're going through -- and find ways to ease the pain
- "Say good-bye" with memorials, tributes and other coping strategies
- Help your children and other family members deal with their grief
- Deal with people who "just don't understand"
- Help surviving pets cope with the loss of a missing companion
- Come to terms with the guilt we so often feel when a pet dies
- Handle the agonizing decision of euthanasia
- Choose the best and most comforting "final resting place" for your pet
- Determine when and how to bring a new companion into your home (how soon is too soon?)
- Improve your chances of recovering a lost or stolen pet
- Help a friend cope with loss
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