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Taking Away Financial Burdens: Payment Plans for Your Pet’s Funeral or Cremation

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Although we don’t want them to leave us, our pets don’t live that long. They have a shorter lifespan than us humans, so, it is only a matter of time before they have to leave this world behind. Despite knowing this, they would be in a better place, the death of a pet is deeply upsetting. You aren’t able to think clearly and are in a state of shock. In such situations, it can be difficult to remain sane. However, you still need to make the necessary preparations for the pet’s funeral or cremation. Though, pet funerals and cremations cost money. What if you don’t have it on hand at the time? Not everyone is financially equipped for the unexpected. Here is what you should to prevent such an event.   Invest in a Payment Plan for your Pet’s Funeral The funeral of a pet is a time for the owner to mourn its loss. Worrying about how you are going to pay for it all should be the last thing on your mind. However, the arrangements for the funeral and pet burial can be costly. To e...

Keepsakes to Remember Your Pet By

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Pets hold a special place in our lives. They provide support to us and offer their company unconditionally. This is the reason why we get so much attached to them and mourn their loss like that of a family member. If any member of your family passes away, you want something to remember them by. It can be in the form of a photograph or a keepsake. The same is true for a pet as well. A keepsake of a beloved pet can help you in immortalizing its memories. Here are some suggestions regarding pet keepsakes that might interest you. Commemorative Urn Commemorative urns can be a good keepsake for keeping the pet’s ashes. You can place it on the mantle along with the urns of other members of your family. However, this keepsake would only work if you choose to cremate your pet instead of having it buried. There are different ways of pet cremation. You can go for either individual or group cremation. In group cremation, several pets are cremated at once. You don’t get back the re...

How to Prepare For a Pet Funeral

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It’s not something we want to plan for, but unfortunately, it does happen. Eventually, our beloved pets have to leave us. It’s one of the hardest experiences one has to face in their lives - saying goodbye to a pet. Pets are family for many people. So, it’s justified giving them a funeral experience that is just as respectful and meaningful as any other family member’s funeral would be. Planning a pet funeral can be as thought-out as you’d like it to be. It doesn’t have to be a quick and careless arrangement. You have the right to say goodbye in your own special way, with the added comfort of funeral extras such as viewing rooms and a specialised pet cremation or burial. So, how exactly do you prepare for a pet funeral? Well, if you know your special animal companion is reaching its final days, it might be time to start talking to pet crematoriums, pet cemeteries, or those that specialise in pet aftercare services. Sometimes, however, saying goodbye isn’t expected. ...

How to Care For Your Pet in its Last Moments

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Pets become part of our families. However, just like our other family members, they can’t live with us forever. They have a limited lifespan and usually die much earlier than us. So, there comes a time when every pet owner has to bid farewell to their pet, whether a cat, dog, parrot or even a little kangaroo. It is a very emotional and painful time and you might feel totally lost. However, the final moments of your pet need to be treasured just as much as when they were alive and well. Here are a few ways through which you can care for your pet in its last moments and ensure that it passes away peacefully. Surround them with Things They Like Every child has a favourite toy they like by their side at all times, and so do pets. In its last moments, even if your pet is too sick to play, its mere presence can make them happy. Thus, it is a good idea to surround your sick pet with all its favourite things. Don’t just stop at toys, though. Have your pets favourite friends come over...

What Does Cremating Your Pet Involve

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Pets are considered a part of the family in most households. Their unconditional love for the entire family is the reason why they’re everyone’s favourite family member. Whether you have a dog, a cat or any other animal as your pet, their death can have a lasting impact on your life. Upon experiencing the passing of a beloved pet, there are various ways in which you can deal with their bodies. You can either have them buried in a pet cemetery or have them cremated. In most places, cremation is the most popular method of disposing of dead pets. To understand this process, read on to learn the steps involved. Selection of the Crematorium A crematorium is a place where bodily remains of humans and animals are cremated. Some crematoriums exclusively provide cremation services specifically for pets. Though, these pet crematoriums are rare and you might find it difficult to locate one nearby. You will need to decide whether you want to have your pet cremated at a crematorium that ...

Is There Such a Thing As a Pet Cemetery?

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Most people think of horror movies when hear the phrase animal cemetery. However, these cemeteries aren’t as scary as they seem in actuality. In fact, they are a peaceful place where you can lay your furry friends to rest. Just like cemeteries for people, a pet cemetery has graves dug for pets who have passed away. You can visit them whenever you are missing your pet and can lay down flowers on their tombstones. The concept of burying dead animals in a cemetery has been around for many years. Still, it isn’t widely accepted and there are very few pet cemeteries in the world. What Does a Pet Cemetery Look Like? Pet cemeteries are similar to traditional cemeteries. There are burial plots available for deceased animals like cats and dogs. You need to pay to have your pet buried there. Moreover, tombstones can be placed to mark the grave for your beloved pet. Just as the case with human cemeteries, you can visit the grave of your pet at any time and pay your respects. People who ...