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Flickr/Paul-W For some pet owners, dealing with the loss of a cherished animal companion is as emotionally difficult as losing a member of the family. Fortunately, there are many ways to help in coping with the mourning and grief surrounding your loss, whether the animal was euthanized, lost, stolen or had to be placed in a new home. "We can help people to talk about their loss," says Cheryl Weber, who runs the Companion Animal Related Emotions (C.A.R.E.) Pet Loss Helpline (877-394-CARE) at the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching School. The hotline receives calls from all over the country, and helps pet owners deal with their heartbreak. "It's important for people to reach out to ...