One consolation that I have found is from Solomon’s Ecclesiastes chapter 3 where it says.
21] Who knows whether the spirit of man goes upward and the spirit of the beast goes down to the earth?
Church Militant, I have never heard that quote from Ecclesiastes before. It is so lovely and true. Really, what kind of Heaven is it without animals? I don’t think that God would totally ignore such a large part of His creation after their death here on earth. :heaven:
Prayer to Saint Anthony, Consoler of the Afflicted
Dear St. Anthony, comforting the sorrowful is a Christian duty and a work of mercy. By word, attitude, and deed I should try to brighten their days and make their burden easier to bear. St. Anthony, Consoler of the Afflicted, may I remember when helping someone in sorrow that I am helping Christ Himself. Kindly mention my pressing needs to Him: that Patrick and his family be comforted after the loss of their beloved dog