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For anyone who has lost a dog

The House Still Knows Your Name

When your dog is gone, the whole house seems to hold its breath.

The lead still hangs by the door. You still listen for paws on the floor. And the world expects you back at work on Monday.

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Inside, you'll find

  • Why losing a dog can hurt so much, and why your grief deserves care
  • Permission to cry, and to grieve without tears
  • Gentle ways through guilt, the quiet house and the hard anniversaries
  • What to say when someone tells you it was 'just a dog'
  • Helping your children, and your other dog, grieve too
  • Rituals, simple activities and a month of optional ideas for the weeks ahead
  • Pet loss support in the UK and US, and crisis lines for India, the US, Canada, the UK, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand

There's nothing to fill in and no homework. Each chapter ends with a few small things you can do today.

Sample pages from The House Still Knows Your Name

What this book helps with

Built around what actually helps

Feeling it

Room for tears, and for grief without them

Making sense of it

The guilt, the 'should I have known', and the decisions you had to make

Not feeling alone

What to say when someone calls it 'just a dog'

Getting through the days

The quiet house, the empty walks, and a month of optional ideas

Who you are now

Your days without them, at your own pace

Staying connected

Rituals and small ways to keep them close

Questions

How do I get the book?

Checkout is handled securely by Gumroad. Straight after paying, you'll get an email with a download link, and you can download it again any time.

Can I read it on my phone?

Yes. It's a PDF that opens on phones, tablets and computers. You can also print it at home.

Can I give it as a gift?

Yes. At checkout, choose "Give as a gift" and enter your friend's email. They'll receive the book directly.

Is this a replacement for counselling?

No. The book offers comfort and general information, not medical or psychological advice. It includes verified support lines, and gentle guidance on when to ask for more help.