The Best Goodbye. I am proud to announce that I have written a book.

This was born from my loss of my boy “Logan”. He was a massive part of my life and my success. At 16 years of age, he had been with me through my most formative years and influenced much of my work. Indeed, he can be found throughout this website and much of my social media.

In super brief, this book is where I share my journey of love and loss. I share my history and how Logan and I grew our strong bond. I share my pregrief/anticipatory grief, worry and anxiety about what might happen and when. I finally share those final days, how it looked and felt, and the days and weeks that followed. I end this book with a list of suggestions so you can feel prepared for your best goodbye, and how to find support when you need it most.

I have done this because I know that I am not alone in my grief. I know many of us still feel loss and sadness years after they leave us. Whilst most of his memory makes me smile, I can still shed a tear when the moment takes me, even years after he has gone. This is ok, this is normal, this is LOVE.

Pre-order now! This is not officially launched yet and the launch date is yet to be announced! But the amazing Pets Corner, Ascot, will be hosting my launch! Currently the Launch is due September 2024, printer dependant…!

The Best Goodbye will RRP at £12.99. I am pre-orders for £12 and FREE postage*!

The Best Goodbye will be sent out the first working weekday after book launch, but you will be able to pick up your copy at the book launch if you would like it immediately!

Reviews!

“Sobbing, brilliant, so much passion and compassion…
It will support so many caregivers.
He would be proud of you x” 5 Stars

Hannah Capon, Vet and Founder of CAM

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Rating: 5 out of 5.

“ I’ve known Donna for many years and met Logan, so for me this book so resonates. It’s so well written, its easy to read despite an emotional rollercoaster combining tears of sadness and joy being mixed into a heartfelt experience.” 5 Stars

Anna Webb – A Dog’s Life podcast and co-host of Barking at the Moon, BBC Local

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Rating: 5 out of 5.

“Donna Wills’ book, ‘The Best Goodbye,’ deeply resonated with me. As a vet who specialises in home euthanasia services I’ve helped many families through this tough time and Wills’ honest and tender writing reflects our shared commitment to making these final moments as peaceful as possible. This book is a must-read for anyone navigating pet loss.” 5 Stars

Dr Paul Manktelow – TV Vet and home euthanasia service provider

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Rating: 5 out of 5.

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Back cover blurb
It was late evening on a cold, crisp November night where, out of the blue, Donna experienced a flashback to that painful, gut-wrenching night in January, nearly two years previously, when she had to say goodbye to her beloved dog, Logan.

It was from this unexpected flashback that Donna decided to share her reflections and insights, and so The Best Goodbye is her story.  

It’s a journey of grief from the loss of Logan - her best friend and soulmate – and one that Donna knows is shared by so many who lose their animal family members. A loss that often leaves a feeling of isolation, as some in society still consider them as “just pets”.

Donna also offers practical tips for dealing with our individual loss and grief, as well as highlighting the choices available to us, to help give the best goodbye for our ‘furfriends’ when that time comes.

‘As time passes, we want to look back with warmth. Having our best goodbye really helps us to feel we have given them the greatest final gift. In turn, we will have given ourselves the gifts of solace, peace and healing.’

Trigger Warning
Please be aware this book may evoke many emotions. It is designed to empower your thoughts before you say goodbye. However I do recognize that it may also evoke feelings of guilt and sadness over previous goodbyes. Life is a journey and we learn as we walk it. There is no judgment for choices we have made under the circumstances we are faced with. Warm hugs and strength to every reader for their own journey.

*Please note, free second class postage only available in the UK. Please select according to your country when using the PayPal checkout. As part of my environmental policy, I recognise the reuse is even better than recycled, so please enjoy our preloved packaging that may be used for delivery.