Sometimes there's no substitute for a sympathetic ear and understanding human voice. Fortunately, a number of Pet-Loss support groups have been formed and are generally staffed by veterinary students at some of the nation's most prestigious veterinary schools and colleges. These are wonderful programs, and they're free for the cost of the call. (If you call during off hours, most will call you back collect.) In addition to a sympathetic ear, these programs offer additional resources such as articles that you may find helpful. So, if you are feeling lost and lonely or consumed with greif, we encourage you to call one of the hotlines. It will make you feel much better.
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Tufts University
School of Veterinary Medicine
North Grafton, Massachusetts
Hours of operation: 6 to 9 p.m.
Eastern time, Monday through Friday
508-839-7966
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University of California
School of Veterinary Medicine
Davis, California
Hours of operation: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.,
Pacific time, Monday through Friday
530-752-4200
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University of Florida
College of Veterinary Medicine
Gainesville, Florida
Hours of operation: 7 to 9 p.m.,
Eastern time
800-798-6196
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Michigan State University
College of Veterinary Medicine
East Lansing, Michigan
Hours of operation: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Eastern time, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
517-432-2696
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Ohio State University
College of Veterinary Medicine
Columbus, Ohio
Hours of operation: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Eastern time, Monday, Wednesday and Friday
614-292-1823
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Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine
Blacksburg, Virginia
Hours of operation: 6 to 9 p.m.
Eastern time, Tuesday and Thursday
540-231-8038
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Cornell University
College of Veterinary Medicine
Ithaca, New York
Hours of operation: 6 to 9 p.m.,
Eastern time, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
607-253-3932
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