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When A Dog Dies: A Story to Help Kids Cope When Their Best Friend Passes Away

Oliver Franzen

Losing a dog you love is one of the hardest things a child can face. It isn’t just a pet they’re saying goodbye to. It’s their best friend, their playmate, their secret-keeper. When A Dog Dies is a gentle story written for children ages 4 to 8 that helps them understand love, loss, and how the memories we hold can last forever.

Through tender words and comforting illustrations, this book gently guides children through the waves of grief. Sadness. Confusion. Even moments of hope. It reminds them that it’s okay to cry, okay to miss their dog, and that love never truly disappears.

This heartfelt book is perfect for:

* Families supporting children after the loss of a dog * Parents, teachers, and counselors looking for a gentle way to talk about grief * Kids who need reassurance that their feelings are normal and that their memories will always keep their dog close

When A Dog Dies is not about forgetting. It’s about remembering with love and finding comfort in knowing that dogs leave pawprints on our hearts that never fade.

❤️ Give your child the gift of comfort and healing. Order your copy of When A Dog Dies today and help them find peace in their memories.

GenresChildren's BooksAnimalsDogsGrowing Up & Facts of LifeDifficult Discussions

28 pages

English edition · First published 2025 by Independently published · ISBN 9798265165909

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