Category Archives: Memorializing a pet

Ways to Memorialize a Loved One

Posted on August 9, 2021 by Liz Casey

Determining how to memorialize someone we have lost, whether human or furry family member, is a very personal decision. Like many aspects of grief, there is no right or wrong here – just what feels right for you. It can … Continue reading →

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What is a Clay Print?

Posted on April 19, 2016 by Rebecca McComas, DVM

Memorial objects are an important way for you to stay connected with the memory of your pet.  They provide comfort during the time of grieving and can take many forms.  You may find comfort from a lock of hair you … Continue reading →

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Am I ready for another pet?

Posted on February 15, 2016 by Kristi Lehman, MSW, LISW

The ifs and whens of getting another pet can be complicated and emotional, and no two experiences are exactly alike. While there isn’t necessarily a “right” or “wrong” decision, there are some questions you should ask yourself to help explore … Continue reading →

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Sorting Through the Memories

Posted on September 23, 2015 by Rebecca McComas, DVM

One of the best things about being a veterinarian who works with pets at the end of life is that I get to be with pet owners at that important time as well. I went to school for a lot … Continue reading →

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Healing Through Remembering

Posted on August 28, 2015 by Kristi Lehman, MSW, LISW

  If you have ever lost a human family member, you know that funeral services, public announcements, obituaries, visitations or wakes, and many sympathy cards usually follow the death. Often, there is a period of mourning that is acknowledged, respected … Continue reading →

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Cremated ashes in the garden

Posted on August 10, 2015 by Lindsay Niemi

During the warmer months, many people ask if they can bury all or some of their beloved pet’s cremated ashes into their garden soil.  Memorializing their pet by nourishing their plants, or perhaps planting a specific tree or bush in their pet’s … Continue reading →

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9 Ways to Memorialize a Pet

Posted on June 18, 2015 by Kristi Lehman, MSW, LISW

When a beloved companion animal dies, the void they leave behind can feel overwhelming. When their physical presence filled every space in your lap, bed, home and heart, the emptiness you feel after they are gone can be the most … Continue reading →

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Memorial Walk to Honor Your Pet’s Memory

Posted on June 4, 2014 by Kristi Lehman, MSW, LISW

A few months ago, during the coldest, gloomiest days of winter, someone had mentioned to me the idea of taking a memorial walk to remember and celebrate the life of a pet you’ve said goodbye to. The idea has been … Continue reading →

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