Pet Memorial Service Celebrant
To celebrate and honor unconditional loveCompassionate – Personalised – Meaningul – Healing
What is a Pet Memorial Service?
Just as we farewell humans and seek closure with funeral services, customised pet memorial services are an increasingly important part of the healing process for bereaved pet owners and close friends. Essential for healing are finding ways to honour a pet’s memory, remembering your special bond and coping with the pain of their absence.
The program of a pet memorial service includes a eulogy and tributes that remember moments of your pet’s life. Poems and music fill the service with moments of reflection and stillness. Symbolic rituals such as lighting candles, brief meditations, story telling and to tree planting help give comfort and create meaningful memories.
Memorial rituals and keepsakes can help with the grieving process by creating a sense of emotional connection to bring you solace, when your pet companion has crossed the Rainbow Bridge.
Help yourself and your loved ones on the grief journey with the healing power of a customised Pet Memorial Service. You can read more about this topic here.
This service can be easily included in End-of-Life Pet Doula services.
A personalised service for your special pet
Every pet memorial service reflects each owner’s unique relationship to their beloved companion and personal program preferences. I create a touching individual memorial program that farewells your pet’s life with sensitivity and dignity. I handle all the program elements, including creating special moments with rituals. I am also here to help you with the many upsetting parts of saying goodbye, such as drafting a tribute or collecting ashes.
There are many options, and we will commemorate your best friend in the way that supports you most:
Would you like a very personal small ceremony and share the moments in stillness and contemplation with a few good friends? Or would you prefer to remember the joyful times with a lighter hearted celebration of your pet’s life? You may wish for an experience that aligns with your spiritual believe system and create moments for deep reflection and connection supported by lovely rituals such as candle lighting or brief mediations? Alternatively, you may prefer creative, artful ways of saying good-bye which can include painted stones, symbolic balloon releases or memory cards.
venue options for your memorial service
In the Comfort of Your Home
Personal & private
A memorial service is an emotional experience, and it’s comforting to hold it in an environment that feels safe, familiar and supportive. Your home may be the perfect venue, especially if you prefer a private, personal setting surrounded by memories. Your home also allows you to invite guests and your pet’s furry friends to remember special moments and share the experience of a personalised, loving and meaningful ceremony.
A lovingly arranged memorial table in the comfort of your home, garden, or special place for your pet provides a supportive setting for a personalised ceremony to honor and celebrate your pet’s life. The possibilities are endless, the choices are yours
Your Backyard
Family & friends
Your backyard is a wonderful place for a memorial ceremony or funeral. Please consider that you may not be able to take your pet memorial with you if you move.
In Nature
A special place
If you feel close to nature, you may consider a favourite beach, river, park or other meaningful location for the ceremony and council approved scattering of ashes.
Venue Hire
The sky is the limit
Hiring a lovely venue for the memorial service and refreshments is a good all weather option and lets you comfortably host a larger group. Many venues offer pet-friendly options.
Benefits of a pet memorial service
Whether your beloved pet is a dog, cat, rabbit or something else, pet owners need no explanation about the importance of animals in their lives. Holding a memorial service for your pet is a healing experience for you, your family and your pet’s friends. Although there may be tears during the service, there will also be smiles and laughter as you share stories about your pet’s antics and habits.
You can benefit from:
- A SENSE OF CLOSURE
Whether your pet’s passing was sudden or after a prolonged illness, a memorial service lets you acknowledge your loss and celebrate your companion’s life. - HONOURING LIFE
Your pet was with you through thick and thin, loving you without judgement. Honouring your pet’s life is a way to reflect on their special place in your life. - CONNECTING WITH FRIENDS & FAMILY
A memorial service is a time to bring friends and family together to grieve the loss of your pet and reconnect with those left behind. - VALIDATING GRIEF
Many pet owner feel lost when a pet passes because no none else truly understands what their pet meant to their life. A dedicated pet celebrant can support owners and help with coping strategies as life carries on.
The first step can be the hardest.
Your free 20 min Introduction Call
I understand that you may feel overwhelmed and not really sure where to start. It is easy to book your free 20 min introduction phone call.
W can get to know each other a little bit and discuss your questions without any obligations. I know it can be difficult to talk and I am here to listen and support you.
Simply choose a convenient time and I will call you.