Torchbearer Press
When a Cat Dies
When a Cat Dies
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This book is part of the Always Here grief companion series.
It was written for the quiet, personal loss of a cat—a bond that is often deep, intimate, and misunderstood by others.
There are no timelines, explanations, or expectations inside. Only gentle presence, honest language, and space to grieve a relationship that mattered.
You can open it anywhere, read a few lines, or close it again. There is no right way to use it.
Inside, you’ll find something that is:
• Gentle and grounded
• Written from lived experience
• Meant to be read slowly or in fragments
And intentionally not:
• Clinical
• Prescriptive
• Focused on “moving on”
This book is fully written by the author and can be used entirely on its own.
Some readers choose to use optional AI-supported companion prompts alongside it for additional reflection. These are not required in any way, just an added layer of support if you want it.
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Written by Jesse Kuhn, author of the Always Here grief series.
Author: Jesse Kuhn
Series: Always Here (Book 3 of 7)
Audience: Cat owners grieving the loss of a deeply loved companion
Length: 167 pages
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Torchbearer Press
Release Date: August 2025
ISBN: 978-1-971789-01-9
Written for those navigating the loss of a cat, this book stays with the quiet presence they leave behind.
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I read this book at random pages...not from the beginning to the end as you would read a book normally. I pick up the book everyday when I'm feeling very sad about losing my cat Libby. I keep it on my coffee table where I spend my evenings. Thank you for this beautiful writing. It helps me go through grief...
Love it, reading helps with my anxiety and depression since losing my Gray 03/23/26.
Thank you so much
This book was so comforting to me just knowing someone knows my pain and is praying for me.I highly recommend this book to anyone grieving the loss of their beloved soul kitty.
Very touching and real description of the grief felt by those missing a deeply loved cat. It is really something I needed.
Made ne love my cat more ❤️
So wonderful 💖 thank you 💓
I just recently lost my 19 year old cat, and reading this book has helped me to deal with my loss.
I loved it! I am still grieving my 19 year old kitty from 2 years ago. This book really helped me!
I love this book in memory to my Pharaoh- I still miss him!
Very well written and helpful
This book was wonderful. I just had my cat put down and this book has brought me a comfort and much understanding of why I feel the way I do
I had a baby black cat maybe 2 months old until 19 years and a few months at which time his health quickly went downhill.
We had to put him down which was so hard. My daughter and I still talk about him every day.
He left his pawprint on our hearts.
Miss him badly.
This book helps.
I haven't hasmuch time to get through it all but I love it so far.
My heart, my Ash, is still here. I can feel him at times and I love it.
Thanks for the book.
It's very inspiring.
Thought this was just a regular book but its AI incorporated … which I dont like … like really , cant we hv just regular books now ?? Does AI hv to infuse in EVERYTHING ??? What a waste of money …
A lovely book and guide to help us cope with the grief.
I loved the book and of course it made me cry.
What a nice booklet. Very well put together and a lot of the writings really hit home. Thank you for offering this product
This book brought me so much peace. Thank you.
I am still reading a little bit as one by one at time. Thank you
This is a great book. I find it so comforting after the loss of my beautiful fur baby. It’s so inspirational with helping you to get through the loss.
Amazing customer service. Beautiful book.
This book doesn't try to rush you through anything or tell you to get over it. It just sits with you, if that makes sense. The short chapters were perfect because I couldn't really focus on long readings anyway. There's something about the way its written that feels like talking to someone who actually gets it. I used one of the little rituals when I finally cleaned out his favorite sleeping spot, and it helped more than I expected.
The bonus journal thing was nice too - I wasn't sure I'd use it but ended up writing down some of my favorite Max memories. It felt good to put those somewhere safe. This book won't fix the sadness, but it made me feel less alone with it. Sometimes thats enough.
This was a warm personal memoir about grieving a cat. Having had mine for over 2 decades, I can truly relate to this experience. Though ai was not a possibility back ten, I do believe it can be helpful today in processing grief and associated loneliness. You may have to open your mind for this touching account to sink in, but I believe in our current times, the author's methods of grief processing are worth a look.
Always Here — When a Cat Dies is a beautifully written guide for anyone mourning the loss of a feline companion. With heartfelt reflections, soothing prompts, and gentle rituals, it offers a safe space to grieve and remember the quiet love that lingers long after goodbye. What makes this book especially unique is its integration of AI support, providing comfort and companionship through moments of loneliness. Thoughtful, poetic, and deeply empathetic, this book reminds readers that love never fades , it simply changes form. A must-read for every cat lover navigating loss.
Losing a cat is a heartbreak that’s hard to put into words, and this book felt like a warm hand to hold through the pain. I appreciated the simple prompts and reflections. They were short enough that I could sit with them even when my mind felt too clouded to focus, yet meaningful enough to spark real moments of comfort. It almost felt like the author anticipated what grief takes out of you. It reminded me that love doesn’t end, and though the silence is hard, my cat is still with me in so many ways.
This is not a long book, and I think that’s part of its strength. Every word feels chosen with care. It doesn’t overwhelm.
I think that for anyone grieving the loss of a beloved cat, this book is like a quiet friend who truly understands. I was moved by the rituals suggested throughout. They were simple but meaningful ways to honor a cat's memory. Recommended.
I really liked how it creates space for grief without judgment. Many people don’t understand the depth of losing a cat, but anyone who has felt that bond knows it can be just as profound as losing any other family member. This book recognizes that truth. The reflections were tender and easy to take in, especially on nights when emotions felt overwhelming. I liked that I could pick it up for just a few minutes and still walk away feeling comforted.
Reading this book is like sharing the company of someone who truly understands me and can sit quietly with me the whole time. I have lost a cat before, and I want to clarify that the rituals and reflections that are always here built a bridge of memories of how I shared love with him, which actually helped me remember the bond and remember the love instead of the emptiness. This book does not encourage you to “move on” but quite the opposite: to carry love forward. For each and every one of those who are grieving, the book offers compassion and light.
A work that stands out for its intentional appearance, unadorned, loaded with meaning, and above all brief. In a world where empty advice to overcome loss prevails, the book Always Here offers a different guide, which is to walk with pain instead of running away from it. Its practical rituals and reflections provide real support for all those who seek presence instead of answers. A book that is short, but when you read it, you will realize that it is too big, especially for the soul.
The memorial journal that comes with it was such a thoughtful extra. Putting down my memories and photos helped me keep my cat’s spirit close in a positive way. If you’re hurting from the loss of your cat, this book really feels like a small light in the darkness. What touched me most about this book is how it blends grief with hope. For anyone mourning the loss of a cat, this is a beautiful companion. I totally recommend it!
I lost my cat and was left with a void I didn't know how to deal with, but this book made me feel like I was sitting with someone who truly understood me. The reflections and suggestions gave me space to mourn my loss without pressure, and the words reminded me that love doesn't disappear. A gentle and comforting companion when you need it most.
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