Memorializing a pet
Helping the caregiver memorialize their pet is one of the best ways of expressing support and empathy for bereaved clients. Some ideas for clients include the following:
- Donations to a charity, veterinary school, or animal welfare organization in the pet‘s name
- Conducting an annual memorial service for all deceased pets
- Giving the client a memorial item (paw print, fur, nose print)
- Sending a personalized condolence card
- Writing a letter to the pet
- Writing a poem about the pet
- Planting a memorial tree or providing the client with seeds to plant in the pet‘s honor
- Obtaining a professional pet portrait
- Creating a photo album or journal about the pet
- Creating jewelry or charm containing the pet‘s ashes