What to Say in a Sympathy Card
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What to Say When Someone Loses a Pet

The bond with a pet is real, and so is this grief. These messages acknowledge the loss without minimizing it.

19 messages in this category

Pets are family. I'm so sorry for the loss of your beloved companion.

PopularWarm

The bond with a pet is real, and so is this grief. Thinking of you.

PopularSimple

Your pet was lucky to be loved by you. I'm sorry for your loss.

Warm

Losing a pet means losing a member of the family. My condolences.

Simple

I know how much your pet meant to you. This is a real loss. I'm here.

Warm

May the memories of your faithful companion bring you comfort.

Formal

Your pet's unconditional love will stay with you always.

Warm

Please accept my condolences on the passing of your beloved pet.

Formal

Thinking of you.

Short

So sorry for your loss.

Short

All dogs go to heaven. Your friend is running free now.

Religious

The decision to let go is the hardest kind of love. You gave your pet a peaceful end.

Warm

The paw prints on your heart are permanent. I'm sorry for your loss.

Warm

A pet's love is pure. Losing that is losing something rare.

Simple

The empty food bowl and quiet house must be heartbreaking.

Warm

Your pet waited for you every day. You gave them a wonderful life.

Warm

Not everyone will understand this grief. But I do. I'm here.

Simple

The loyalty of your pet will never be forgotten.

Simple

They greeted you at the door every day. That absence is real.

Warm