Pets Remembered Blog

The loss of any pet is a distressing experience, but when a support animal passes this can be emotionally overwhelming. They may well have been your link to the outside world, providing not only companionship but also a means of reducing any limitation in performing daily tasks and social interaction. The first thing you are likely to be asked is 'are you going to replace them', as if this is all you need to do in order to move on with your life. At Pets Remembered the bond between the pet and custodian is very much respected as a bond that can't be broken with the passing. A pet memorial can help to ease the loss by marking the unconditional love the pet has given during their lifetime with you. Although for many the choice of whether to share a life with another pet can be left until it feels right to do so, if you need help to continue with your physical or emotional independence it may not be practical to wait. This can result in feelings of guil...

When a beloved pet arrives at the end of their life's journey, keeping the memory alive of all the special times spent together is an important part of grieving, enabling you to remember the joy they have given, rather than the pain of the loss. A pet memorial can help with this healing process as a visual recognition of respect and love for a pet who may have been your primary companion. The passing of a pet can be an isolating experience, with friends and family not fully appreciating your loss and the depth of grief, whereas when a person in your life passes, you will be given condolences, support and sympathy. Memorialising your pet with a h eadstone or pet memorial plaque, enables others to join you in a celebration of their life and to show empathy through the mourning process, helping you through the loss. Ceremonies and remembrance rituals are an important part of grieving, and marking your furry friend's final resting place allows you the o...