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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

Questions to ask your vet - pet cremation

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 […]

Losing Your Cat – April’s Story

Losing Your Cat – April and the reason for My Pet’s Ashes Losing your cat can affect you differently on different days or times of the year or even different times of the day. And this is okay, it is normal. There are times when you’re alright and times when you’re not. We have a […]

What is a Rainbow Bridge Ceremony?

What is a Rainbow Bridge Ceremony? I am often asked by people what is a Rainbow Bridge Ceremony? Inspired by the Norse poem the Rainbow Bridge is a place where our pets go when they are no longer with us. I find it very comforting to think that there will be a time when I […]

Pet Bereavement at Christmas

Pet Bereavement at Christmas Pet Bereavement at Christmas and Finding Ways to Cope: Christmas can be a very difficult time of year, this year more than any other. Our pets have been our sanity, our joy and our hope this year so you might feel the loss even more sharply. Christmas always brings back our […]

Dog Poems – memories of your beloved pooch

Dog Poems – celebrate and mourn the life of your beloved dog. Dog Poems. I am often asked ‘should I say some words when I’m burying, scattering, immersing my beloved dog’s ashes?’ The answer is firstly ‘it’s up to you’, but often we just need a little inspiration to think about a suitable way to […]

Gordon Ramsay and Rump

Gordon Ramsay and Rump Gordon Ramsay and Rump. Gordon’s youngest daughter announced the death of their family dog, Rump on Instagram last week. She posted a picture of her when she was younger and Rump was a puppy and said: “Will miss you forever rump Thanks for being the best dog ever, love you always […]

Gisele Bündchen and Vida – how to mourn on social media

Gisele Bündchen and Vida I found this fascinating American post on refinery29. It is an article about the etiquette around pet bereavement on FaceBook and Instagram. To cut a long story short, you can see the full article here, it’s a one post only rule a la Gisele Bündchen. According to the author Madeline Buxton […]

My Pets Ashes Handmade Memorial Jewellery

My Pets Ashes Handmade Memorial Jewellery My Pets Ashes Handmade Memorial Jewellery Video. You can watch our latest video about the range of Gold and Silver jewellery for your beloved pet’s ashes. Our jeweller hand makes each piece of jewellery right here in Devon. She takes the utmost care and respect and will be able […]

Pet Ashes into Art

Pet Ashes into Art Pet Ashes into Art. We’ve just started working with Louise and she is an amazingly talented artist. She creates the most stunning modern abstract artworks which would look gorgeous in any home. She works in non-toxic, non-yellowing artists resin which has a glass like high sheen but will not discolour. The […]

Celebrate the Life of your Pet: what to do with the ashes

Celebrate the Life of your Pet: what to do with the ashes Celebrate the Life of your Pet: what to do with the ashes. A simple video guide to help you choose a meaningful way to celebrate the life of your pet. Whatever you decide to do we can help you find a ceremony that […]