New Jersey 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:
(856) 234-468 - PetFriends hotline. Outside of NJ Dial 8. Phones answered M – F, 9am – 5pm. http://contactburlco.org
(732) 542-0040 - Monmouth County SPCA - Bob Szita MS, LPC, Co-Director of Contemporary Counseling Center of Marlboro, NJ and Pet Loss Counselor for the Monmouth County SPCA will return calls at no charge to the public. https://monmouthcountyspca.org/services/bereavement-counseling/https://www.actionartz.com/petlosshelpline.htm, ContactUs@ActionArtz.com
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.
New Jersey & Pennsylvania: VIRTUAL SUPPORT GROUP: This virtual group is a 6-week program on Tuesday evenings. The program fee is $350 with some discounted spots available for those in need. Additional offerings including drop-in sessions, and alternate days/times are possible with enough interest. Led by Jenna Tarrant, LCSW, and open to residents of New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Learn more and register at https://www.jennatarrant.com/.
Augusta: Diana Sebzda, MA, LPC, FT, Director of Bereavement, Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, Joseph T. Quinlan Bereavement Center, 5 Plains Road, Augusta, NJ 07822, 973-948-2283, dsebzda@karenannquinlanhospice.org, https://karenannquinlanhospice.org/bereavement-center/. Pet Loss Support Group meets the third Monday of every month from 5 to 6:30 p.m. No fee; no reservations required.
Madison: St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center, 575 Woodland Avenue, Madison, NJ. Moving to online sessions makes it easy for anyone to attend, whether you are near or far. Group sessions take place on the first Tuesday of each month at 7 PM and on the third Sunday of each month at 11 AM. Sessions are 90 minutes in duration and participation is limited to 20 individuals per session. Registration is required and we ask a minimum donation of $5 per session when you sign up to attend. Once registered you will receive a confirmation email and the group facilitator will email the link you'll need to enter the group via Zoom at least two hours prior to the start of your session. https://www.sthuberts.org/petloss
| Middlesex County/Princeton/South Brunswick: Sandra Grossman, Ph.D., PetLoss Partners. The loss of a beloved pet is so very difficult. It's important to know you don't have to go through this alone. Get the support you deserve surrounded by those who understand and are on the path towards recovery. Physical groups are held every other week and are RSVP only. The fee is $20. Virtual groups are held twice a week, are available to anyone anywhere, and are RSVP only. The fee for virtual groups is $15. Call or email to RSVP. We are here to support you. 818-421-1516, sandi@petlosspartners.org, https://petlosspartners.org/pet-loss-services/
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Mullica Hill: Free pet loss and bereavement support groups are hosted one Sunday a month at Delaware Valley Animal Hospital at 400 Swedesboro Road, in Mullica Hill, NJ 08062. They are hosted by Shannon Murphy, Certified Pet Loss & Bereavement counselor through The Association of Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB). Please RSVP to manager@devalvet.com or call the office to speak with reception at 856-241-1100 to confirm dates and so we can plan ahead for refreshments or if you have any questions. https://www.delvalvethosp.com/about/bereavement.html
Paramus: Nancy Osgoodby, LCSW, Oradell Animal Hospital, 580 Winters Ave, Paramus, NJ, 201-262-0010, https://www.oradell.com/services-staff/bereavement-support/. The group is free, open to the public. It runs every two weeks. Sign up for Zoom sessions online.
COUNSELORS:
Hamilton: Caryl Tipton, SafePassages, 445 Whitehorse Road, Suite 204B, Hamilton, NJ, (609) 631-7884, safepassages@aol.com, http://safepassages.xyz
Jersey City: Deborah Antinori, MA, LPC, FT, Director, Davison Counseling Center, (908) 507-4254, dantinori@gmail.com, https://www.petlossaudio.com
Lindenwold: Shannon Murphy, CVT, VTS (Cardiology), APLB Certified Pet Loss & Bereavement Counselor, shannonpetloss@gmail.com
Marlboro: Bob Szita, MS, Contemporary Counseling Center of Marlboro, South Main Street, Marlboro, NJ 07746, 732-577-1076, ContactUs@ActionArtz.com, http://www.actionartz.com/
Merchantville: Jenna Tarrant, LCSW, Merchantville, NJ 08109, (856) 946-2202, jenna@jennatarrant.com, https://www.jennatarrant.com/
| Newton: Mark Littman, MA, LPC, NCC, 952 Mt. Benevolence Rd., Newton, NJ 07860, 973-300-5338. The death of a beloved pet can be devestating. When even words of sorrow and understanding expressed by well-meaning friends and family don't help, it might be time to seek counseling. I have worked with many people who are experiencing what you are going through and have gone through it myself numerous times. Sometimes only a few sessions are enough to help ease the pain but, of course, it might take longer. And because there is no time frame for grief, I have a reduced fee for those who see me for loss of a pet. [Offers phone counseling.]
marklittman1@gmail.com, https://www.marklittman.com
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| Princeton/South Brunswick: Sandra Grossman, Ph.D, Certified Pet Loss Specialist. Losing a beloved pet is one of the most painful experiences we can go through. After experiencing the heartache of losing my own beloved pet and learning the tools necessary to heal, I wanted to help others in
their journey toward healing. It's important to know you're not alone.
Healing begins to happen by working through the grief and in doing so the
pain lessens and you are able to remember your beloved pets with the loving
memories you shared together. Call for a free consultation to begin the
healing process. Sandra's experience includes working with individuals and
groups, and sessions are available in-person, by telephone or Skype.
818-421-1516, sandi@petlosspartners.org, https://petlosspartners.org/
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Waldwick: Nancy Saxton-Lopez, LCSW, DCSW, VSW, 85 Hopper Avenue, Waldwick, NJ, (201) 638-7404, Nsaxtonlopez@csmpc.com
IN-HOME EUTHANASIA/HOSPICE CARE:
Caldwell: Sandra Simko, DVM, Caldwell, NJ 07006, (973) 200-3657, info@tlcinhomevet.com, https://tlcinhomevet.com/
| North Bergen: Lisa Steinberg, DVM, and Sam Shone, DVM, HomeHeart Vets. HomeHeart Vets is a provider of compassionate end-of-life care for pets in need. Serving New Jersey and NYC. We hope you never need us but are always here for you if you do. 100% veterinarian owned and operated, we
understand the difficulty of losing a pet. Call us any time for advice
or support. We can accommodate most dates and times with notice.
Appointments are ideal but we understand it's not always possible to
plan ahead. (201) 243-3222, sam@homeheartvets.com, https://homeheartvets.com/.
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Toms River: HolisticalVets LLC, Toms River, NJ 08755, info@holisticalvets.com, https://holisticalvets.com
CEMETERIES/CREMATORIES:
Please note that most veterinary clinics and many SPCAs/humane societies also offer cremation services.
Carlstadt: Carlstadt Pet Meadow, 225 Broad Street, Carlstadt NJ 07072,
(201) 262-1113, info@petmeadow.com, https://petmeadow.com/
Clifton: Final Gift Pet Memorial Center, 470 Colfax Avenue Clifton, New Jersey 07013, (973) 249-7200, https://www.finalgift.com
Ewing: Friends Forever Pet Crematory & Memorial Center, 1879 Pennington Rd., Ewing, NJ 08618, (609) 882-1800, friends@friends4everpetcrematory.com, https://friends4everpetcrematory.com
Hamilton: Hamilton Pet Meadow, 1500 Klockner Rd, Hamilton, NJ 08619, (609) 586-9660, info@petmeadow.com, https://petmeadow.com/
Lafayette: Abbey Glen Pet Memorial Park, 187 Route 94, Lafayette, NJ 07848, (973) 579-2171, (800) 972-3118; https://www.abbeyglen.com/PublicPages/Home.aspx (handles horses)
Mahwah: Snow Mountain Pet Cemetery & Crematory, 30 Snow Mountain Ave., Mahwah, NJ 07430, (201) 512-1366, snowmtnpet@aol.com, https://snowmountainpet.com/
Manasquan: Noah's Ark Pet Crematory, 2643 Old Bridge Road, Manasquan, NJ 08736, 732-528-6624, info@noahsarkpc.com, https://www.noahsarkpc.com/
New Providence: St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 419 S. St., New Providence, NJ 07974-2194, (908) 464-4875, information@standrewschurch.org, https://www.standrewschurch.org/st-francis-pet-cemetery
Pennsauken: Paws to Heaven Pet Crematory, 9140-B Pennsauken Hwy,
Pennsauken, NJ 08110, (856) 665-7221, jmcgrane@pawstoheaven.com, http://www.pawstoheaven.com/ (handles horses)
Secaucus: Pet Rest in Peace Memorial Center & Crematory, 900 Castle Road Suite C, Secaucus, NJ 07094, 201.770.1550, info@petrestinpeace.com, https://www.petrestinpeace.com/
New York: Pet Cremation Service, (212) 899-5606, https://petcremation.online/ - offers aquamation.
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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