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Losing a pet can feel the same as losing a family member. Many owners find peace in saying goodbye by creating a pet memorial. If you’re new to the topic, you may have a lot of questions. Below you’ll find answers to some common inquiries to help you navigate the process and ensure you can say goodbye the way you want to.

4 Commonly Asked Questions About Pet Memorials

What should I do if my pet dies?

If your pet passes away at home, you’ll want to make a plan for burial or cremation. Many veterinary offices or pet cremation services offer at-home pickup and will retrieve the body for handling. When a pet passes at the veterinarian’s office, they will help owners make after-life care decisions and handle pets’ remains. You’ll have the opportunity to see your pet again before cremation or burial.

Should I choose burial or cremation?

pet memorialBurials and pet cremation each have unique benefits and are both a fitting way to memorialize your pet. Many owners like to bury their pets in the backyard, elsewhere on their property, at a pet cemetery, or in a place their pet loved, like a park. Just make sure to check local laws before doing so. Pet cremation, where the pet’s body is burned, and the ashes are returned, helps many owners feel closer to their pet since the ashes can be stored at home or kept in wearable accessories and other trinkets.

Are caskets and urns available?

Pet memorial centers offer caskets and urns designed for pets. Attractive urns are a lovely choice to put on display at home. Non-biodegradable caskets can be buried in your place of choice and moved if you relocate. Before your pet’s remains are handled, pet memorial center staff will present available options and help you make a decision.

What is the cremation process like?

During cremation, a pet’s body is exposed to extreme heat in a crematorium. This can take 30 minutes or longer, depending on the size of the pet. Once the remains have been reduced to ashes, the animal cremation services center will place them in an urn and present it to the family.

 

The team at Char Mac Pet Cremation knows how difficult it is to lose a pet and is dedicated to ensuring owners can say goodbye the way they want. They provide comprehensive pet cremation services at their Cincinnati, OH, pet memorial center, as well as after-life products like urns, which you can view on their website. They take a respectful approach to cremation and will work with you through every step. Call (513) 851-5791 to speak with a representative.

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