Having a pet is like adding a bundle of joy and unconditional love to your life. Unfortunately, we typically outlive our pets. According to the Foresight Companies, seven years is the average lifespan for both dogs and cats. There's nothing like the heartbreak that comes with losing a companion, but for most people, the decision to get a new pet...
Caring for an aging pet is a difficult task. Because our companion animals are such a huge part of our lives, pet bereavement can be devastating for many people. According to Horsey Hooves, a horse enters its Senior stage between the ages of 15 and 18. This age span is only slightly longer than common household pets, so we're aware...
'Your cherished companion stands by your side, unwavering through the highs and lows of life. The pain of their departure can truly leave a lasting ache in your heart. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, around 12% of pet owners who lost their pets within the last three years state they are still intensely grieving. While you cannot get...
Losing a pet is challenging. But, when your pet passes away, you may be unsure what to do with their body. One of the decisions you face is deciding whether to cremate or bury your beloved pet. According to Farewell Pet, more than 90% of pets are cremated instead of buried. This is because there are a lot of benefits...
When a family pet that you loved for many years and returned that love to you and your family dies, it is a tragedy. You have lost what many consider a beloved part of the family unit, and pet memorials can help you to honor your pet's life. It starts by choosing a burial or cremation, and pet cremation is...
Pets often are regarded as integral parts of the families that keep them and in many cases are the best companions people ever will have. Unfortunately, pets do not have nearly the same life expectancy as their owners, which means most will pass on before their owners do. When a pet dies, owners have two options. Those options are a...
It's easy for others to disregard the value of pets in someone's daily life, but anyone who has ever loved an animal knows the truth. They become family, companions, and, sometimes, the only solace someone has in the world. Let's find out more about the comfort of doing something to remember your furry friend after they pass. 1. Honoring Them Losing a...
Pets worldwide give us a sense of happiness and meaning. Zebra's pet ownership statistics report shows that over 455 million cats and dogs are kept as pets globally. Tamed animals make for excellent lifelong companions. As a dog, horse, or cat owner, you may stay a decade or more with the same pet. They appear in our family albums and...
Duke, I’m starting to come to terms with the idea that you’re gone but still waiting for some kind of ‘closure’. Writing your obituary isn’t easy and I’ve been trying for almost a year… I watch memories of you every day – sometimes that makes me laugh or smile. Other times I wind up missing you even more. I’ve been writing this...
Dogs are a very popular pet in America, with 52 million of them living in 32 million households, according to Rowan and Patronek. Yes, that means that some people have more than one dog. Dogs, unfortunately, don't have the longest lifespan. How can they prepare for the loss of such a faithful companion and member of their family? Spend Quality Time...