• Accepting a Referral for Grief Support
• Why You May Need Additional Support
  
  

• Chicago Veterinary Medical Association Pet Loss Helpline - 630-325-1600
  www.chicagovma.org/petlosssupport/
  
  
• Cornell University Pet Loss Support Line - staffed by Cornell veterinary students - 607-253-3932
  www.vet.cornell.edu/Org/Petloss/
  
  
• C.A.R.E. (Companion Animal Related Emotions) Pet Loss Helpline - University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine - staffed by University of Illinois veterinary students - 1-877-394-CARE (2273) or local 217-244-CARE (2273)
  vetmed.illinois.edu/CARE/
  
  
• Iowa State University Pet Loss Support Line - staffed by Iowa State University veterinary students and volunteers - 1-888-ISU-PLSH (478-7574)
  cvmweb2.cvm.iastate.edu/animal_owners/petloss/default.asp (Please note: as of 11/2/10, there is a note stating that this helpline is closed temporarily due to lack of funding)
  
  
• Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine Pet Loss Support Hotline - 517-432-2696
  cvm.msu.edu/alumni-friends/information-for-animal-owners/pet-loss-support/pet-loss-support-hotline/
  
  
• The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine Honoring the Bond Program
  C.A.L.L. - Companion Animal Listening Line - 614-292-1823 - staffed by student volunteers
  www.vet.ohio-state.edu/honoringthebond.htm
  
  
• Tufts University Pet Loss Support Hotline - 508-839-7966 - staffed by trained student volunteers
  www.tufts.edu/vet/petloss/
  
  
• Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine Pet Loss Support - 540-231-8038
  
  
• Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine Pet Loss Support - 1-866-266-8635 or local 509-335-5704
  www.vetmed.wsu.edu/PLHl/
  
  
• University of Florida Veterinary Medical Center Pet Loss Support Hotline - 352-294-4430
  www.vetmed.ufl.edu/patientcare/petlosssupport/
  
  

While World by the Tail, Inc. does our best to screen and offer counselors and resources of the highest quality and standards, we do not endorse or accept responsibility for the individuals or organizations listed here. The use of internet or telephone pet loss support resources are not intended to replace consults with local physicians, veterinarians, or qualified mental health professionals.