When its time to say goodbye, you will not be alone.
The last visit is THE most important one.....
Your relationship with your pet is special, and you are responsible for its care and welfare. Eventually, many owners are faced with making a final decision. Sickness, injury, and age are all contributing factors. None of them make it any easier when you are talking about your pet - your friend.
​
Your decision is a personal one, but it does not need to be a solitary one. Your family, friends and the team at PetCare will be there to assist and support you.
Know that we have been through this too.
We want to make this last visit the most comfortable for your pet and help you through the process as best we can.
Time to Say Goodbye
— Annie Dougherty​​
​
As we lay our hands upon you,
Before your final rest,
Our hearts surround to love you,
And thank you for your best.
Our home you watched and treasured,
Our lives you truly blessed.
Lessening now your burdens
We tend your tired bones.
Let us be your pillow,
Then wings to take you home.
Listen, for God’s calling,
Sweet promises of peace.
Old friend, leap to Heaven,
Suffering released!
As we lay our hands upon you,
Before your final rest,
Our hearts surround to love you,
And thank you for your best.
Our home you watched and treasured,
Our lives you truly blessed.
Lessening now your burdens
We tend your tired bones.
Let us be your pillow,
Then wings to take you home.
Listen, for God’s calling,
Sweet promises of peace.
Old friend, leap to Heaven,
Suffering released!
preparations
Spend quality time with your pet.
​
Contact us to start making arrangements. We will walk you through any decisions you need to make.
​
Take photos with your pet.
​
Talk to your kids.
​
Do their favorite things. Feed them their favorite treats.
​
Discuss your final wishes.
​
​
gentle process
Give us a call and we will have our "comfort" room ready.
​
We will help you bring your pet in.
​
We can get your pet's bed and toys while you spend time with him/her.
​
Spend as much time as you need saying goodbye.
​
We will make sure you and your pet are as comfortable as possible.
​
remembering
There are a number of options for remembering your pet. We will ensure your requests are met with dignity and respect.
​
You may want to have a memorial service.
​
You may want to create an outdoor memorial to your pet.
​
Frame a picture of your pet and display it with your pet's collar.
​
Donating time at a local animal shelter could help your heart after losing your pet.
grieving
You will need to grieve. Take the time to let the emotions out.
​
Talk to your kids about how much you loved your pet and let them talk too.
​
Share tears.
​
Feeling loneliness or sadness is normal. Take the time to acknowledge how much you miss them in your life.
​
Contact a grief counselor or support group.