A pet’s death can be a profound  loss, but some people try to push aside their grief because they feel others may not understand the hardship of losing an animal. However, ignoring your grief for a companion animal can negatively impact your psychological and physical health. If you’ve lost a beloved pet, these tips—from pet memorials to opening up to your friends—can help you deal with your grief in a healthy way. 

3 Ways to Promote Healing After Your Pet’s Death

1. Convene With Nature 

You must take time to relax and reflect on your feelings, no matter how difficult it might seem. Consider taking long walks each night or visiting a nearby botanical garden. Time outdoors, surrounded by nature, can help provide a getaway from the stress of everyday life and let you process your emotions without external factors, such as work and chores, hindering the process. The exercise from your walk is also a healthy way to create endorphins, natural hormones that fight depression. 

2. Find Support From Others

Not everyone understands the unconditional love and companionship that pets offer, but you’re likely to have some like-minded friends or family who have also experienced the death of a pet. Share your feelings with these understanding loved ones and ask them to allow you to vent your emotions.

Make it clear if you’re not ready to get another pet yet and that you only want them to show you patience and support. Having a supportive outlet for your emotions can ease some of the burdens you might be feeling.

3. Create a Pet Memorial

While your pet might have passed on, they don’t have to be forgotten. Establishing a pet memorial at home is a considerate way to honor their memory. If you choose pet cremation services, you can place your pet’s remains in an urn beside their collar or a framed photo. A memorial allows you to show your respect to the deceased, and instead of concentrating on your loss, you can focus on the happiness you once shared.

Char Mac Pet Cremation in Cincinnati, OH, has been helping grieving pet owners honor their lost pets since 1973. The family-owned business provides pet urns, caskets, burial, and cremation services for all types of pets. Customers can also purchase pet memorials and keepsakes. Call (513) 851-5791 to schedule a consultation or visit their website to learn more about their products and services.