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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.

Paperback edition. Printed on demand and shipped directly from the printer.

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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.

  • 5 stars: 28 (93%)
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Jenifer Burkett

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...

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Susan Stauffer

Love it, reading helps with my anxiety and depression since losing my Gray 03/23/26.

Thank you so much

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Julie Loera

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.

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Joanne

Very touching and real description of the grief felt by those missing a deeply loved cat. It is really something I needed.

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Janet

Made ne love my cat more ❤️

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Harmony

So wonderful 💖 thank you 💓

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V. Eicke

I just recently lost my 19 year old cat, and reading this book has helped me to deal with my loss.

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Rebecca Blanke

I loved it! I am still grieving my 19 year old kitty from 2 years ago. This book really helped me!

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Rebecca

I love this book in memory to my Pharaoh- I still miss him!

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Elmer Jones

Very well written and helpful

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Anonymous

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

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Yolanda Jones

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.

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Peggy

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 …

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Anonymous

A lovely book and guide to help us cope with the grief.

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Vicki Janes

I loved the book and of course it made me cry.

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Tamara McG

What a nice booklet. Very well put together and a lot of the writings really hit home. Thank you for offering this product

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Donna Evans

This book brought me so much peace. Thank you.

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Christine Kawski

I am still reading a little bit as one by one at time. Thank you

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Audrey Thomas

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.

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Shawn

Amazing customer service. Beautiful book.

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Alice G. -Verified customer review
Helped me through a tough time

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.

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Janet M. -Verified customer review
ai assisted grief processing

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.

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Arunava C. -Verified customer review
Tender, Healing, and Deeply Comforting

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.

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Benjamin A. -Verified customer review
A nice read I recommend

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.

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Mia -Verified customer review
Moving

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.

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Ivana S. -Verified customer review
Warm read

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.

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Cristina -Verified customer review
A Companion for the Hardest Goodby

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.

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Lester M. -Verified customer review
A hug in pages

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.

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Carlitas -Verified customer review
Totally recommended

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!

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Norman -Verified customer review
A Gentle Hand Through Grief

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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