Mary Allen
When the owner dies, not only family members but also pets suffer. That is why experts advise: the animal should be inherited in the family and under no circumstances should it end up in an animal shelter.
If the owner of the dog dies, the question arises: where to leave the animal? Monica Addy from the Institute for Animal Psychology and Animal Naturopathy advises, whenever possible, to transfer the dog to the family.
Ideal if someone cares what the animal already knows. Eddie explains that some dogs become noticeably lethargic after the death of the owner. “It doesn’t eat anymore, it doesn’t want to go out anymore.”
In the Event of the Death of the Owner of the Dog: Follow the Daily Routine for the Animal
First of all, it is important for such dogs to adhere to the usual daily routine. “Distract, walk, motivate” – it helps in the beginning.
If the owner did not have a family or no one can take the animal, it is given to an animal shelter. “Typically, animal shelters are trying to quickly find these dogs again.” At the same time, measures are usually also taken to ensure that the very old dog does not end up in a large family.