The first decision that your family will need to consider after choosing Chartiers Custom Pet Cremation for your beloved companion’s aftercare is how you prefer to arrange for the transportation of your pet’s body. Your family can choose to have your … Continue reading
Preparing To Say Goodbye From the moment you welcome a new pet into your family, a strong bond starts to take root. As the years pass by, your mind races ahead. “I hope my sweet buddy lives a long … Continue reading
Evoking the stability of a Roman column with bold pawprint detailing, we call this urn “Roman Paws.” This urn is a classic shape and is available in three metal tones. It is made of hand-cast metal and has a bottom … Continue reading
Our society tends to perpetuate a number of myths about grief and mourning. These myths may seem harmless, but I have found they can quickly become hurdles to healing. Below are three of the most common myths. … Continue reading
Nothing can prepare you for losing a beloved family member, and when that family member is your pet, there is a unique set of emotions you must deal with. This is often a very intense and emotional time for you … Continue reading
Choosing an urn for your pet is a sentimental as well as a practical activity that helps you define and honor the relationship you shared with your pet. It is not surprising how often families ask, “What urn should I … Continue reading
Grieving is a highly individual experience. Some people find grief following the loss of a pet comes in stages, where they experience different feelings such as denial, anger, guilt, depression, and eventually acceptance and resolution. Others find that their grief … Continue reading
Pets often grieve the loss of their “siblings,” their humans, and their homes in a similar way that humans would grieve such a loss. You may see your pet being more withdrawn, acting depressed or hiding more. Sometimes, particularly with … Continue reading
When you have your pet cared for by Chartiers Custom Pet Cremation, I prepare a comforting presentation just for your pet. The picture above shows a handmade fabric bag a family wanted for their dog who rode everywhere with them … Continue reading
Grief is a natural response to losing someone or something that’s important to you. You may feel a variety of emotions, like sadness or loneliness, or find yourself in a place you can’t quite describe and I often refer to … Continue reading