Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is the hardest part of being a pet owner.
This special Petside series will help guide you through the painful process - from diagnosis to the day of loss.
Read on for expert advice and personal stories to help with the grieving process.
Coping with Loss Pt. 1: Diagnosis and Care
Coping with Loss Pt. 2: Pet's Passing
Coping with Loss Pt. 3: Recovery and Grieving
He'll Tell Us: A personal story of grief from NBC News correspondent Mike Taibbi
Is it Time to Say Goodbye?: How to decide when it's time to let go
