Memorial service for my dog?
QUESTION: My best friend--a terrier--has just died and I want to have a memorial service for her. Is this weird? answered by Coleen Ellis ANSWER: What I hear you wanting is "permission" to have this service, and I highly encourage you to pay tribute to a life shared with your beloved furry friend. A memorial service, an important ritual, is a beautiful way to honor your love. As you plan the service, there are a few things to consider. A question many people have is, "How do I invite people to a memorial service for a pet?" When you think about it, what you are really wanting people to do is to support you during this very difficult time. Therefore, the invitation may look something like this: "My friend, you know how much Mico meant to me. I am really grieving during this very difficult time and am having a service to honor Mico and how special she was in my life. As a friend, I'd like your support on Saturday at 2 p.m. to celebrate Mico's life." The service can include aspects such as:
There are also ways to get your friends involved in the service and honor your pet:
In 2004, Coleen Ellis founded Pet Angel Memorial Center, the United States' first stand-alone pet funeral home. Read more about Coleen Ellis in the DogTime expert center... |
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