A collection of quotes for grieving pet parents

Losing a beloved pet is undoubtedly one of life’s most heart-wrenching experiences. The unconditional love and companionship they offer us cannot be replaced, and for many people, it can feel like losing a member of the family or a much-loved friend. In times of grief, it can be challenging to find the right words to express our condolences for the loss of a pet - that's where pet sympathy quotes come in. 

We've compiled a heartfelt collection of pet sympathy quotes and messages to help you offer solace, express your condolences, or create a touching pet sympathy card. These words are a reminder that while our pets may be gone, their love and memories remain forever in our hearts.

Pet sympathy quotes

Here is a collection of quotes that can be used to offer condolences for the loss of a pet. 

“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.” - Anatole France

“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, so loved, so missed, so very dear.” - Unknown

“What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” - Helen Keller

“Our pets leave paw prints on our hearts.” - Unknown

“Grief is the price we pay for love.” - Queen Elizabeth II

“The greatest gift we can give to our furry friends is a lifetime of handshakes, belly rubs, and unconditional love.” - Meg Donohue

“A pet's love may be brief, but their memory lasts a lifetime.” - Unknown

“No longer by your side, but forever in your heart.” - Unknown

Dog sympathy quotes

The following quotes may offer comfort in a sympathy card for a dog that’s no longer with us.  

“If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went.” - Will Rogers

“Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.” - Roger Caras

“A new dog never replaces an old dog, it merely expands the heart. If you have loved many dogs your heart is very big.” - Erica Jong

“If we suffer so much in losing a dog after an acquaintance of ten or twelve years, what would it be if they were to live double that time? The misery of keeping a dog is his dying so soon. But, to be sure, if he lived for fifty years and then died, what would become of me?” - Sir Walter Scott

“The journey of life is sweeter when traveled with a dog.” - Bridget Willoughby

“If I have any beliefs about immortality it is that certain dogs I know will go to heaven, and very very few people.” - James Thurber

Loss of pet messages 

Everybody responds to grief differently, and sometimes a pet sympathy quote doesn’t feel quite right. Whether you’re a loving dog sitter who wants to send a pet sympathy card or you need to know what to say to your friend grieving the loss of a pet, here are some heartfelt loss of pet words.  

• I am so sorry for your loss. [Pet's name] will be greatly missed.
• I am so sorry you have lost your best friend. [Pet's name] was such a wonderful [cat/dog], and he/she was lucky to have found a family as loving as yours. 
• With heartfelt sympathy on the loss of [pet’s name].
• They say a dog is a man's best friend. [Pet's name] was such a special pet, may the fond memories ease the pain of grief for your family at this difficult time.
• Losing a loyal and faithful friend isn't easy, and [pet's name] will be sorely missed by all those who knew her. Please know that I'm thinking of you and I'm so sorry for your loss.
• Heaven is filled with love, so your [pet’s name] should feel right at home there. You gave him/her such a wonderful home on Earth.
• [Pet's name] left paw prints of love on the hearts of everyone who knew [him/her].
• I have such fond memories of [pet's name]. He/she is gone but never forgotten.
• [Pet's name] will always be by your side.
• I am saddened to hear of your loss. No words of sympathy will ease your pain, but I want you to know that I am thinking of you in your time of grief. 
• Although [pet's name] has passed, he/she will always be beside you in spirit, watching over you. So sorry for your loss.
• I was sorry to hear that [pet's name] had crossed the rainbow bridge. My condolences are with you and your family at this sad time.
• May [pet’s name]’s love bring you peace, and may the memories you both shared bring comfort to your broken heart. I’m thinking of you at this sad time.
• No one ever really dies who is remembered with love. May the love you share with [pet’s name] be your comfort now.
• Sending you love while your best friend crosses the rainbow bridge.
• May fond memories of your beloved [pet’s name] comfort you during this difficult time.
• May the memories of [pet’s name] bring you comfort during this time of loss.
• [Pet’s name] was so loved and he/she’ll always be with you in your heart. I’ll never forget the happiness he/she brought everyone he/she met.
• I’m sorry to hear that [pet’s name] has crossed the rainbow bridge. My condolences are with you and your family at this difficult time.
• He/she was a special part of your family and brought so much happiness. Sending you lots of love.

From pet sympathy quotes to pet loss messages, these heartfelt words aim to provide solace and support to those grieving the loss of their cherished furry friends. It’s important to remember that everyone responds to grief differently, so always be kind and gentle as you support loved ones through the loss of a pet.