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Losing a pet
by Jane Matthews

Losing a pet

The loss of a pet can hit us as hard as the loss of any close friend. Yet pet bereavement is so little talked about that along with grief and pain animal lovers may also find themselves having to deal with feelings of confusion and even embarrassment at the strength of their reaction.

For anyone grieving the loss of a pet, or facing up to having a pet put down, this short book aims to fill the gap. Losing A Pet offers practical guidance, emotional support and, above all, the reassurance of finding that you are not alone. For those supporting someone through pet bereavement, either personally or in a professional capacity, its blend of compassion and practicality will help the healing process.

Contents: the place of pets in our hearts and lives; understanding why we feel so strongly; the stages of loss; feelings of shock, denial, anger, blame, guilt; having a pet put down; when a pet goes missing; getting help; healing yourself; commemorating and celebrating your pet; further resources.

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or order by phone or email Publication date: November 2007
Dimensions: 150 x 100mm
Price: £3.99 (special rates for trade) Pagination: 64pp
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Format: paperback ISBN: 978-0-9556643-0-4
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What they say:

"I loved the book. The length and content are ideal and I would recommend it to anyone facing euthanasia or who has/is experiencing the grief of losing a much loved pet. I think many, many people will be helped by it." Dawn Murray, Pet Bereavement Counsellor
"I think this is one of best publications of its kind to date and will hopefully help a lot of people." Kevin Spurgeon, Partner, Dignity Pet Crematorium
"Many thanks. The books have been very well received by our bereaved clients." Nicky Bromhall BVSc MRCVS, Animal Health Centre, Bristol
"Thoughtful, moving... it will help anyone who has lost a pet."
Yvonne Cook
"It's completely true people suffer the loss of pets as much as anyone else and I've never seen anything written about it before." Becky Browne
"How I wish I had had this book when we lost our first dog a few years ago. God - that hit us hard." Emma Street
"A really good book. I was worried people would perceive me as silly or over the top because I was so upset." Donna Hitchen

The Carer's Handbook
by Jane Matthews

The Carer's Handbook

Becoming a carer can be physically and emotionally exhausting and although there is help available many carers do not have the time to look for it, or know who to contact. Fully updated, this second edition of The Carer's Handbook is a one-stop shop for the two in three of us who, sooner or later, will find ourselves in a caring role. It covers:

How to find a way through the maze of health, local authority and voluntary agencies; guidance on day to day practicalities; financial and employment rights; dealing with difficult feelings; getting support; keeping care under review.

Published May 2007, HowtoBooks £10.99

ISBN 978-1-84528-194-6
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What they say:

"Well written, full of useful advice and incredibly compassionate. I am absolutely certain this book will save lives and sanity. Essential reading for any carer, or anyone who may become a carer."
Susan Quilliam, relationship psychologist and agony aunt

"An indispensable guide for carers which also serves as an excellent reference book." Gee Mullaney, Swansea College

A girl's guide to man management

Learn how to help him be part of a great relationship in which you both get what you want.

Published August 2007, Bonnier Books £7.99

ISBN 978-1-90582-546-2

Lose that loser and find the right guy

If you're always falling for the wrong guy this book will show you why and help you change the pattern, and start enjoying healthy relationships.

Published August 2007, Bonnier Books £7.99

ISBN 978-190582-548-6

COMING SOON

How great are you?
A new take on
self-esteem

If you spend your life waiting for people to 'find you out', comparing yourself to others, criticising the way you look, talk and live, this book offers a way out.

Packed with exercises and insights it will help you get to the root of poor self-esteem , and give you the tools you need to build a different future based on love and self-approval.

Available in two versions:
- one for grown-ups
- one for our teenage sons and daughters who deserve a chance to break away from our patterns!

Publication date:
Spring 2008

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"Surviving life as a carer means, above all, learning to care for yourself too."

The following checklist, taken from The Carer's Handbook is a cut out and keep reminder of what caring for yourself means:

Carer's Creed:

- Whatever you feel able to do is enough

- Things don't have to be perfect; you can drop your standards

- Learn to say yes to every offer of help

- Treat yourself with the same gentleness and understanding you would anyone going through a tough time

- Don't neglect your own physical health, especially your diet

- Negative feelings don't make you a bad person; they just mean you're in a bad situation

- From now on work out what you can and can't change and stop worrying about anything in the 'can't' column.

- Connect with other carers, either through a local support group or, find others to talk to on the internet. It may feel like it sometimes but you are NOT alone.

- Don't be defined by your role as a carer. Beneath the busy-ness, you are still YOU.

- Don't lose sight of your dreams.