Frankie, the Senior Cat

Meet lovable, charming Frankie, a senior cat. Join him on his journey from kittenhood to adulthood and finally to life as a senior. Learn how Frankie's positive attitude helps him cope with changes and challenges he encounters along the way. When Frankie loses his beloved pet playmate and companion, he deals with stages of grief as he transitions from sadness to acceptance.
A new puppy joins Frankie's family and initially he is reluctant to accept his new sister because in Frankie's eyes, she cannot replace his lost playmate. However, soon, Frankie remembers how he felt when he first became part of his family and how his playmate welcomed and loved him.
Grief due to loss and change, empathy, and the reciprocal relationships pets have with their owners are the dominant themes throughout this heartwarming book.
The author hopes that the questions and resources Included are a valuable opportunity for parents, educators and support workers to have meaningful discussions with children.