Pet Cremation Memorials

Most people who have a pet, or who have had one in the past, have experienced the close personal relationship one can develop with an animal companion. Animals show us unconditional love and loyalty, and stick by us through things a lot of human friends could not or would not. These beings are a lot more than just a novelty kept around the house for show, or a security system designed to keep burglars away. These creatures become friends, teachers, guardians and members of the family.

When a beloved pet dies, it can sometimes be nearly as traumatic as losing a human friend or family member. It’s hard for someone who has never held such a close bond with an animal friend to understand how very true this really is. However hard to imagine it may be for some, it is true nonetheless, and a healthy grieving process is just as essential for the passing of a well-loved animal as it is for a beloved human friend. Some type of pet memorial is often appropriate for this purpose.

For those who feel this kind of bond with a pet, there are many common ways to celebrate the life of a passed pet. A simple burial, often in a yard or in the woods, is the probably the most common. Often this will be accompanied by a small ceremony which gives folks a chance to grieve, much the same way a traditional funeral serves to help people to say goodbye to friends and family.

Another way is to have the pet stuffed by a taxidermist, creating a lifelong memorial of the pet itself. Many people would not be able to handle such a constant reminder, but for some it gives them comfort.

Cremation is quickly gaining popularity as a way to memorialize a pet. A small shrine erected in the home with a beautiful, hand-made cremation urn and a photograph of the pet is a nice way to remember an animal friend. A memorial of this kind can be taken anywhere, and set up inside or outside the home. A unique pet urn can be custom created or selected to reflect the animal it safeguards.

Another option is to have the pet cremated, and have the remains incorporated into a beautiful, one of a kind memorial glass keepsake. A small amount of the cremated remains are introduced into the molten glass, allowing it so swirl and create lovely patterns in the colored glass.

The artists who create such unique works of art are aware of the awesome responsibility they accept when creating hand made decorative urns, cremation urns, memorial jewelry, or memorial objects of any type. Each piece is made by hand in an artists studio by some of the best artisans working anywhere today. Memorial objects created this way are crafted with the deepest respect and intentions. Art created in this way is guaranteed to be made in such a manner that honors the intention of the person creating the memorial, and honors the bond they shared with a special person.

There are many options for memorial objects, and many places to find them. Always make sure you are dealing with a reputable professional dealer, who take the responsibility of creating memorial objects seriously. A good example is Shine On Brightly. Their selection of masterfully crafted decorative cremation urns, textile memorial art, memorial jewelry and other memorial objects are hand made in the studios of artists local to western North Carolina who are dedicated to making art that aids in the healing process while celebrating the lives of those closest to us.