Grantline Veterinary Hospital has been honored to serve our community, providing compassionate care for your pets. It is with a heavy heart that we must announce that our practice must temporarily close, effective December 22nd. The nationwide labor shortage has hit the veterinary industry hard, and we are unable to keep our hospital open without a doctor on site.

While we are actively recruiting for a new veterinarian, we cannot provide medical treatment or authorize prescription refills without a provider onsite. However, our phone lines will remain open to help you. If you need medical care in our absence, we can assist in referring you to another hospital and transferring your pet’s medical records there.

While we cannot provide a timeline for reopening at this time, we want to thank you for the trust you have placed in Grantline Veterinary Hospital over the years, and we hope to see you again soon!

Losing a pet can be an emotionally painful experience, leaving the pet owner feeling exhausted, bereft and overwhelmed. Many people underestimate the importance of honoring these feelings and simply do not know how to cope with such a devastating loss. It is important for anyone who has lost a beloved companion to recognize that grief over pet loss is real, complex and totally normal – it’s okay to take care of yourself during this time. In this blog post, we will explore different ways you can grieve safely after your pet’s death and honor their memory in meaningful ways.

#1: Lean on family members and friends

No one knows what you are going through better than family and friends who personally knew your pet, and sharing stories, pictures, and videos with loved ones is a wonderful way to remember your pet. You can also create pet memorials with your family and friends. Consider planting a tree or flower in honor of your pet, or volunteering together at an animal shelter to help other pets in need.

#2: Join an online pet loss support group

Facebook groups can be exceptionally beneficial for pet owners who feel that they are alone in their grief. With the multitude of pet loss groups and countless members, someone will have experienced a similar loss, and you can each provide a shoulder to share your burden. 

Social media pet loss groups can also provide anonymity. Remember, the pet owners in online groups are going through the same heartbreak, and they will provide a listening ear, not judgment. 

#3: Seek out professional grief counseling

Professional counselors can guide you through your grief and offer support from the comfort of your own home through telemedicine. Weekly meetings can help you explore the depth of your emotions, make an individualized plan for you to cope with your loss, and discuss moving forward.

When your pet passes, unlimited support is available that can help you manage and process your grief. Lean on our team during this incredibly heartbreaking time, and contact us with any questions, thoughts, or concerns.