If one of your beloved pets has recently passed away, you may be looking for a way to memorialize your pet and find some closure for their loss. Perhaps the best way to accomplish both goals is to hold a funeral on behalf of your pet.
Holding a funeral to pay your respects to a deceased pet is a great way to show your love and respect for the pet you have lost. Also, having a funeral can help him come to terms with the hurt he is experiencing. If you have children who have been affected by the death of a pet, holding a funeral is a good way to allow them to express their feelings while helping them better understand the death. But what exactly do you do at a pet funeral? While you can do what feels right to you, some of these ideas can help you figure out how you want to pay your respects to the pet you’ve lost.
create a memorial
As part of the funeral service you organize for your pet, you may first want to create some type of memorial. Taking clippings from the pet’s fur, making paw prints, or even making memorial headstones are all great ways to commemorate your pet. Some pet owners even decide to cremate their pets after they pass away and then use the remains to make a gemstone they can wear. How you choose to commemorate your pet is a personal decision. Just be sure to choose the method that feels right to you.
Hold a funeral service
When it comes to burying your pet, you can make the event that much more special than just digging a hole for their body. Rather, you may want to allow your family members to share a few words about the pet at the funeral. Having everyone share a happy memory about the pet is a great way to show respect and show how important the pet was to the family. You may also want to include other ceremonies within the funeral that are normally seen at human funerals. Some things you might consider having as part of the ceremony include:
• Poetry reading
• Burning candles
• Show images
• Playing music
To make the funeral service even more personal and moving, you may want to consider burying a few items with the pet. Their favorite toys, treats, or blankets, for example, are great items to include with your pet.
If you want to go all out with your funeral service, you may even choose to purchase a pet casket. You can usually find caskets that are biodegradable, as well as those made from durable materials that will last a long time. However, if you wish, you can make your own coffin out of cardboard or wood. In fact, if you or any of your family members have an artistic side, you can create your own casket and decorate it in a special way that further reminds you how special your pet was.
