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Losing a beloved pet is a profound experience, but research in Hong Kong shows bereaved animal lovers can achieve personal growth. Adopting coping strategies, sometimes with professional support, aids in navigating companion animal loss.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Veterinary Science

Background:

  • Increasing global pet ownership leads to more instances of companion animal loss bereavement.
  • This specific form of grief remains underexplored within Chinese societies.
  • Understanding the unique aspects of pet loss grief is crucial for supporting animal lovers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the experiences of companion animal loss bereavement in Hong Kong.
  • To identify common themes and unique features of this grief process.
  • To investigate pathways to post-bereavement growth.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative study utilizing in-depth interviews.
  • 31 participants recruited through convenience and snowball sampling in Hong Kong.
  • Thematic analysis of interview data to identify common experiences and coping mechanisms.

Main Results:

  • Companion animal loss shares features with other bereavements but has unique characteristics.
  • Grief intensity is influenced by the human-animal bond, social support, life circumstances (e.g., childlessness), and euthanasia decisions.
  • Seven common themes emerged, highlighting distress but also potential for personal growth.

Conclusions:

  • Post-bereavement growth is achievable following pet loss.
  • Effective coping strategies, including self-reliance, social support, and professional help, facilitate this growth.
  • Acknowledging and addressing the unique aspects of companion animal loss is vital for bereaved individuals.