Turning Grief into Healing: Discover the Therapeutic Benefits of Pet Hair Memorial Jewellery Turning Grief into Healing. Losing a beloved pet can be an incredibly painful experience, leaving behind a void that seems impossible to fill. But what if there was a way to keep a physical memento of your pet with you, a tangible […]
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What is a Pet Garden Urn?
What is a pet garden urn? A pet garden urn is a type of urn specifically designed to be displayed in a garden or outdoor space to hold the ashes of a deceased pet. These urns are often made from durable materials that can withstand outdoor conditions, such as weatherproof metals, stone, ceramic, or composite […]
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Keeping Pet Ashes in the Garden
Keeping Pet Ashes in the Garden Yes, it is perfectly acceptable to keep pet ashes in your garden if you wish to do so. Many people choose to scatter or bury the ashes of their beloved pets in a special spot in their garden as a way to honor and remember them. It can be […]
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World Turtle Day
World Turtle Day World Turtle Day. Today is World Turtle Day and we must do everything that we can to combat the plastic pollution that is causing so much damage to our oceans and the turtles that inhabit them. World Turtle Day – Ten Facts about Turtles courtesy of WWF 1. Turtles don’t have […]
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When is the best time to plant a pet memorial tree?
Planting Pet Memorial Trees Planting pet memorial trees. When is the best time of year to plant a pet memorial tree? This will depend on various factors; the type of tree, climate conditions, and local recommendations. However, as a general guideline, the ideal time to plant a memorial tree is during the dormant season. This […]
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Chelsea Flower Show Memorial Gardens 2023
Chelsea Flower Show Chelsea Flower Show Memorial Gardens. There are two Chelsea Flower Show Memorial Gardens this year. The Royal Tribute Garden and The Transcendence Garden. Grief Garden at Chelsea Flower Show The Transcendence Garden designed by Gavin McWilliam and Andrew Wilson. This is the garden I’ve wanted to see the most at Chelsea. I […]
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Pet Memorial Glass by Penny Carter
Pet Memorial Glass by Penny Carter Pet Memorial Glass by Penny Carter. We’re beyond thrilled that the amazing Penny Carter will be making memorial glass for us. If you’ve not yet come across Penny’s work then you are in for an absolute treat. Each piece pops with vibrancy and delight. You cannot see or hold […]
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Elton John and Marilyn
Elton John and Marilyn The impact of dog loss on the whole family. After hearing the sad news that Elton John and John Furnish’s Dog Marilyn had died I want to look at the impact of pet loss on the family. The news was announced on David Furnish’s Instagram account along with a beautiful photo […]
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St. David’s Day – Alfie the Chepstow Cat
St. David’s Day – Alfie the Chepstow Cat As it is St.David’s Day what better way to celebrate than to remind ourselves of Alfie the Chepstow Cat. It is a beautiful story about the love and joy that a cat brought to an entire town. Alfie was a black cat who lived with his family […]
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What is the best pet urn?
What is the best pet urn for my pet ashes? What is the best pet urn? The answer to this question is…that depends. I know it’s not the immediate answer that you might be hoping for but it is the correct answer. In order to decide which urn is best for your pet’s ashes you […]
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What to do with your cats ashes
What to do with your cats ashes. Welcome to My Pet’s Ashes. We are an award-winning pet advice website that has helped people cope with losing their pet for over 10 years. If you have just said goodbye to your cat or they are nearing the end of their life then we can help you […]
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Urn Sizes for your dog’s breed
Choosing the right urn for your dog’s ashes can be confusing. You don’t want it to be too small or too big. Our guide lists the main dog breeds by their size and by what size urn you should select.
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Fiona Cocks Memorial Jewellery Collection
Fiona Cocks Memorial Jewellery Fiona Cocks Memorial Jewellery: Fiona has been making stunning memorial jewellery for us for many years. She is a teacher of silversmithing and jewellery making at the renown Plymouth College of Arts. In fact that’s how I met Fiona, she was my teacher on the introduction to jewellery making course back […]
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How Much Do Pet Urns Cost?
How Much Do Pet Urns Cost? How Much Do Pet Urns Cost? Well the easy answer is that depends. You can spend as much or as little as you like. You can even make your own. The amount of money you spend on the urn for your pet does NOT equal how much you […]
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Penny Carter Memorial Glass
Penny Carter Memorial Glass We are totally thrilled, chuffed, delighted that…..Penny Carter is producing a Memorial Glass Collection exclusively for us! Who is Penny Carter? Penny Carter is an acclaimed glass maker who uses a traditional bead making technique but with a twist. She very cleverly builds up layers of colour until they pop. Penny […]
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Pet Birthstones by Month – October
What is the pet birthstone for October? Pet Birthstones by Month – October. Tourmaline is the birthstone for all pets born in October. The word tourmaline comes from the the word ‘turamali’ which is a Sinhalese term for crystals. Tourmaline is mostly mined in Brazil with the bluey green gems – which we use as […]
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Pet Birthstones by Month – September
What is the pet birthstone for September? Pet Birthstones by Month – September. Sapphire is the birthstone for all pets born in September. The word sapphire comes from the latin ‘saphirus’ and the Greek ‘sapheiros’ meaning blue. A sapphire is the gift we give traditionally for a 45th anniversary, which is 6 years and four […]
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Questions to ask your vet about pet cremation
Questions to ask your vet – making the right choices for you and your pet. After hearing Dr James Greenwood talk so movingly and bravely about the passing of his dog Oliver I felt I had to write this post. As you know I am a huge believer in sharing our pet loss stories. For […]
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Pet Birthstones by Month – August
What is the pet birthstone for August? Pet Birthstones by Month – August. Peridot is the birthstone for all pets born in August. A beautiful olive-green colour which exactly matches the colour of my beautiful Midnights’ eyes, she is one of my two black cats, they joined our family at Halloween and the boys named […]
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Pet Loss Card
Pet Loss Card – sending them your love in their time of need. A pet loss card is such a wonderful way to show you care. It can be really hard sometimes to say the ‘right thing’ when a friend or family member is grieving the loss of their pet. Sometimes we hold back because […]
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