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When Is Buddy Coming Home?: A Parent's Guide to Helping Your Child with the Loss of a Pet - Paperback | Diverse Reads

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Mommy, will I ever see Buddy again?

 How do we explain to our little ones that their beloved pets have gone home to be with the Lord? Do our loyal animal companions understand how deeply they are missed?

For children, the sudden loss of a precious pet can inspire difficult questions about life and death. How can we reassure mourning youngsters that our dearly departed pets have found everlasting peace? Gary Kurz, acclaimed author of Cold Noses at the Pearly Gates and Wagging Tails in Heaven, provides thoughtful guidance on soothing a child’s heartbreak after the passing of a beloved four-legged friend—affirming that through their unconditional love, every one of them has a unique place in heaven.

Sensitive and insightful, When Is Buddy Coming Home? reveals the power of faith in the wake of grief, uplifting animal lovers of all ages with the comfort that separation from our loved ones—including those with paws, tails, and wings—is only temporary.

Praise for Gary Kurz and Cold Noses at the Pearly Gates

“Wonderful, inspiring and comforting.” —Mary Buddemeyer-Porter, author of Will I See Fido in Heaven?

“A great comfort to me and all I am associated with.” —Terry Hickey, Founder, Halton/Peel Pet Loss Support Group

ISBN-13: 9780806538174

Media Type: Paperback

Publisher: Kensington

Publication Date: 05-30-2017

Pages: 272

Product Dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.20(h) x 0.90(d)

Gary Kurz is a retired Coast Guard officer who served his country faithfully and honorably for over 30 years. He and his wife have a love for animals and a concern for others who share their love. He lives in Kansas. Visit his website at www.coldnosesbook.com.

Table of Contents

Foreword vii

Introduction 1

1 "What Is Death, Mommy?" 5

2 "Is God Real, Mommy?" 14

3 "Why Did God Let Buddy Die?" 35

4 "Does God Love Buddy?" 45

5 "Where Is Buddy Right Now?" 55

6 "Will Buddy Ever Come Back?" 65

7 "Did It Hurt Buddy to Die?" 70

8 "Does Buddy Know That I Love Him and Miss Him?" 80

9 "What Is Heaven Like, Mommy?" 88

10 "Will I Ever Go to Heaven, Mommy?" 104

11 Miscellaneous Questions 119

12 Preparing Your Child for the Loss of a Pet: Euthanasia 136

13 The Rainbow Bridge 158

14 Helping the Family Heal 168

15 Day 1 Devotional: Love 179

16 Day 2 Devotional: Joy 187

17 Day 3 Devotional: Peace 197

18 Day 4 Devotional: Long-Suffering 208

19 Day 5 Devotional: Gentleness 219

20 Day 6 Devotional: Goodness 229

21 Day 7 Devotional: Faith 245

22 Devotional Review and Summary (with a special letter for children) 255