Dealing with Pet Loss: Volunteering
After the death of a beloved pet, many people may feel lost about how to move forward in the recovery process. It is important to take the time to fully mourn the loss of your pet. The team at Pet Meadow understands that loss. One possible way to deal with pet loss is by volunteering […]
Planning Ahead
Whether it happens suddenly, or after a lasting illness, the loss of a pet is devastating. Making decisions during loss is difficult. Having a plan ahead of time will help save you time, money, and stress in the long run. At Pet Meadow, we encourage pet parents to plan ahead for their pet’s aftercare. We […]
Is it better to bury or cremate your pet?
When a beloved pet passes on, you are faced with the difficult decision of what to do with the remains. You probably want to honor the life of your dog, cat or other animal, but what is the best way to do so? In general, your two options are cremation or burial. What you decide […]
Helping yourself heal when a pet dies
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. A pet is a family member, too A pet is often a member of the family. In fact, surveys show some interesting facts about pet owners: 84 percent consider their animals family members; 99 percent talk to their pets, and 54 percent celebrate their pet’s birthday. The term “man’s best friend” […]