Pet Funeral Ideas
Planning a funeral service is a wonderful way to give your pet the departure he/she deserves. They’re family, after all. So, let’s talk about the funeral options you have for your pet and how you can make the event special.
Either before or after your pet is placed into its gravesite, hosting a pet funeral will give you a chance to say goodbye. You can invite friends and family or keep it a private event. The funeral will be an excellent (and challenging) opportunity for parents to lead by example. Ask your kids to help plan the service or say a few words. Not only will it be a powerful life lesson, but it will help them with their grieving process.
Ideas for the Funeral
- Have everyone write a letter for the pet and place the notes in the grave. It’s a nice little way for you and the family to privately say goodbye.
- Plant a tree over the gravesite in honor of your pet.
- Create a photo/memory book or slide show. Anytime you’re missing your friend, you can flip through all the amazing memories you got to share.
- Make a little headstone for your pet’s gravesite so you always know where to find it.
- Write a poem, read a passage, or play a song to remember your pet at the funeral.
- Have a candle-lighting ceremony.
Dealing with Grief
We make special bonds with our pets and dealing with the grief after their passing can be painful. Don’t feel embarrassed or silly grieving for your animal. Many people go through a similar or the same cycle of grief as they do when losing a person in their lives. So, be kind and patient with yourself. Ask friends and family to talk when you’re feeling low. Volunteer or donate to animal shelters and hospitals. Create memorials and shrines in your home to honor your pet. Just remember that coping with the loss of a pet can take time, but slowly you will recover.
Final Thoughts
Having pets makes life wonderful. They help us stick to routines, get outside, and be loving. When the time comes to say goodbye to your pet, sending them off with a proper funeral will help ease the pain, knowing they have somewhere safe to rest.
Ready to begin your journey towards healing? Create a heartfelt pet memorial today and take the first step in honoring your beloved companion's memory. Let's start this healing process together.
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