Hi, I'm Jean. Losing my dogs Onyx and Chase taught me that pet loss touches every part of life — from the hardest moments to the small decisions you never expected to face. I write these articles to help guide you through it, because no one should have to navigate this alone.
There’s a reason Labs are everywhere. They’re in every neighbourhood, every family photo, every “dog person” story you’ve ever heard. They steal socks. They eat things they absolutely should not eat. They greet you at the door like you’ve been gone for three years when it’s been three minutes. They are, in almost every way, […]
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I wrote something for you. A small poem about where they might be now. You can find it at the end of this page. You carried their leash home. Maybe it was in a plastic bag. Maybe you just held it in your hand. Either way, you walked to your car, sat down, and something
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This poem is for anyone who has loved a dog and had to say goodbye. If you’re grieving, I hope these words give you something to hold onto.
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You wake up at 3 AM with your heart pounding. The question is there, waiting for you in the dark: Was it too soon? It follows you to work. It ambushes you in the grocery store. It whispers when you see their empty bed. If this question is haunting you right now, I need you
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There are many great ways to honour the memory of our pets, such as donating to an animal shelter, keeping their ashes in an urn, or having an imprint of their paw in a place we can see it daily. One other fantastic way is by having a memorial marker made to keep in the home, yard, or garden where you can see it every day and remember your pet with fondness.
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Planning a pet funeral comes at one of the most grief-filled and sad times in a pet owner’s life. Losing something as precious as a pet can make it impossible for you to think straight, much less plan a funeral that honours your pet and celebrates your time together. Here are some ways to plan and host the perfect funeral for your pet.
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Choosing a pet cemetery and pet burial options can be overwhelming in the aftermath of a pet’s death, so it’s good to think about your choices before it becomes a necessity. Read on to learn more about pet burial costs and the options available for laying your friends to rest.
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Having your pet cremated is a wonderful and loving tribute to your lost loved one. But you may be concerned about the price of this service. How much does it really cost to cremate a pet? The answer is, it depends on several factors.
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Losing a dog can be a devastating experience. Although pain and grief is a natural response to losing a dog, the heartbreak can leave a deep sense of emptiness and loss. Inside this article, we’ll discuss how you can show your support and comfort a loved one, like a friend, relative or family member going through the grieving process of losing their beloved dog.
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Burying our pet in the backyard can make us feel like our pet is still close to us. The question remains, is burying a pet in the backyard legal in Canada?
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