People often struggle with knowing when is the right time to say goodbye. Determining a pet’s quality of life assists in making end-of-life decisions. It’s important to remember that each pet is an individual, and what constitutes a poor quality of life for one pet (such as lying around all day) may be normal for another. Although a pet’s enjoyment of life depends on a variety of factors, physical symptoms — such as unrelenting pain or extreme difficulty breathing — should weigh heavily in the euthanasia decision. These factors constitute very poor quality of life, regardless of other factors. As hard as it may be to consider end-of-life decisions, it is recommended that you start thinking about these issues early in the process, when your mind may be clearer. Decisions may seem forced or pressured if you wait until there is a crisis.
Cremation
Most people choose to have a pet cremated, unless they have an option for burial at home, or at a cemetery specifically for pets. Be sure to check any local regulations and by-laws about the burial of animals on residential property. When a pet is cremated, you can choose to have the cremated remains (ashes) returned to you or not.
Getting ashes back is a personal decision, and for some, the memories are enough and the ashes aren’t necessary. A paw print is available. These pets will be cremated with other dogs and cats and their ashes spread at a garden facility in the Austin area.
I want to have her ashes so that I can scatter them somewhere that is meaningful to me. I want to have her physical remains in an urn where I can see it in my home. I want the option of creating a keepsake which incorporates the ashes – a piece of jewelry, glass keepsake or other memorial item.
Our standard ash return options include a bag within a cedar box, photo memorial box, rosewood box, metal urn, or ceramic cat urn, and includes a paw print. There are several specialty urn and memorial options available through Fond Memories.
Losing a pet is one of the most difficult things a person can experience. Whether the loss of a pet is sudden, or something you’ve anticipated for weeks or months, it’s a highly emotional time. Fond Memories has an outstanding grief support counseling service available to you 24/7.
Cremation
Most people choose to have a pet cremated, unless they have an option for burial at home, or at a cemetery specifically for pets. Be sure to check any local regulations and by-laws about the burial of animals on residential property. When a pet is cremated, you can choose to have the cremated remains (ashes) returned to you or not.
Getting ashes back is a personal decision, and for some, the memories are enough and the ashes aren’t necessary. A paw print is available. These pets will be cremated with other dogs and cats and their ashes spread at a garden facility in the Austin area.
I want to have her ashes so that I can scatter them somewhere that is meaningful to me. I want to have her physical remains in an urn where I can see it in my home. I want the option of creating a keepsake which incorporates the ashes – a piece of jewelry, glass keepsake or other memorial item.
Our standard ash return options include a bag within a cedar box, photo memorial box, rosewood box, metal urn, or ceramic cat urn, and includes a paw print. There are several specialty urn and memorial options available through Fond Memories.
Losing a pet is one of the most difficult things a person can experience. Whether the loss of a pet is sudden, or something you’ve anticipated for weeks or months, it’s a highly emotional time. Fond Memories has an outstanding grief support counseling service available to you 24/7.