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Tough times ahead
Q Our family dog is unwell, and we are facing having to put him down. Our kids, aged eight and six, have never experienced loss. How can I prepare them?
Joanna, Dorset
Bereavement and loss can be difficult at any age, whether it relates to a much-loved pet or a family member. The fact that you are asking how to prepare your kids for this situation shows that you
