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Pet Loss And Grieving Strategies: A Systematic Review Of Literature, Ruth E. Cervantes
Pet Loss And Grieving Strategies: A Systematic Review Of Literature, Ruth E. Cervantes
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The impact that companion animals have on human lives has been explored in many aspects including therapy and emotional support. In some cases, these types of pets have been deemed necessary for pet owners with medical problems. However, pets are not only a medical necessity for some humans, but they are also companions, and most are included as family members. The loss of a pet often brings on intense grief that is not often acknowledged in the workforce. Bereavement leave for immediate family members is a benefit offered to employees, and as we will read in this literature review pet …