2008年9月14日 · Tibetan Buddhism: What to do when your pet dies. No one wants to think about losing their beloved pet. Especially when connection with animals is one of our greatest energetic gifts in life. But death is inevitable for us all, so here are some spiritual practices to help you cope when your pet passes away. Life and Death are but an illusion.

2018年11月16日 · Question: I’m aware of the Buddhist exhortation not to kill, but my cat’s health is declining and there’s no doubt his pain can only be managed for so long. When, if ever, is it okay to put your pet down, and how do you work with it when the time comes?

Dogs in Thailand can find sanctuary in any Buddhist Temple. Nearly every temple has resident stray dogs, fed and cared for by monks despite the fact the monks have to beg for their own food. Theodore Tsaousidis explained you have to take responsibility.

Without clear moral guidelines, the author struggles with the ethics of Buddhism and pet euthanasia as her dog's health fails.

2019年7月8日 · Many Buddhists forgo the use of euthanasia for pets in order to remain in accordance with the teachings of the Buddhadharma and with our vows to refrain from killing. This means we must cultivate an understanding of palliative medicine and commit on a deep level to the beings in our care.

2023年8月24日 · You can have your pet taxidermized, you can opt for cloning, or you can have a portrait painted. There are services that will make a stuffed animal which resembles your pet as closely as possible. There are other ways to celebrate the …

Faithful, kind, forgiving; compassionate words associated with dogs. They are the true embodiment of unconditional love — man’s best friend. However, Buddhists believe dogs also have the potential to become enlightened and can teach us about responsibility, love, and other Buddhist principles. By Sally Keys.

Trish Deitch Rohrer explores the Buddhist ethics of euthanizing pets. It is a heartbreaking decision, one nearly every pet owner must make at some time. Cindy’s dog, Otis, was suffering a losing battle with cancer. Cindy agonized: should she euthanize? Turning to a Buddhist listserve for advice, she posted the following: