Organizing a Pet Memorial

Posted on February 29, 2012 by admin

It is surprising how many people simply don’t have a pet memorial, or they think that others will find it foolish and not attend. Well, anyone who has lost one of their animal friends will understand how much you are hurting. You may be quite surprised at how supportive people will be when you say you are having a memorial. That being said, you don’t have to necessarily invite anyone if you don’t want to. Sometimes, having a memorial by yourself simply offers you the opportunity to say goodbye in an honorable way.

Tips for Planning a Pet Memorial

Cremation or Burial – This is likely the most important decision you make in the entire pet memorial process. Pet cremation has become quite popular in recent years, because you can keep the remains in an urn and take it with you, wherever your life leads you in the future.

Pick a Time – Most find it easiest to have the memorial in their home. If you are inviting, people send invitations or emails.

Order Memorial Stone – This is an important component to a memorial service. Just as a headstone is placed for a human, a memorial stone should be laid for your pet.

Speech – Your speech can be a simple few minutes, or you may want to ask everyone to share a fun memory.

Refreshments – You don’t have to spend a lot of money on refreshments, but a little comfort food does offer strength when everyone is hurting.

Choosing the Right Pet Memorial Stone

Posted on February 28, 2012 by admin

There is a good chance that you are feeling a lot of pain and even anger, if you are shopping for a pet memorial stone. This is normal! The grieving process takes a while. For some, the loss of a pet hurts more than losing a family member or friend, because there is a special bond there.

It may be hard to shop for a stone, but this is actually a healthy step when you are grieving. This stone gives you the opportunity to honor your passed pet for all the unconditional love that they have given to you. They deserve this stone, and you deserve something beautiful that will make you smile in remembrance every time you look at it.

Which Pet Memorial Stone is Right for You?

Everyone will choose a specific pet memorial stone for a different reason. If you are on a tight budget, Say it in Stones offers plenty of smaller, but beautiful options. If you want a large stone to place under the shade tree in your dog’s favorite sleeping spot, we have stones that are 20 pounds and up. Perhaps your dog had a habit of turning in circles 10 times before sitting; then you might want a round stone. Did your cat love cardboard boxes? Why not choose a square stone to represent that? Look through our stones and listen to your heart, one is sure to jump out at you!

Helping Children Cope with Pet Loss

Posted on February 27, 2012 by admin

Most children take pet loss quite hard; sometimes even harder than adults. After all, pets to them are their best friend that they have likely told all their secrets and dreams to. They feed them their peas under the table and blame spills and broken vases on them. The passing of a pet is often the first experience of death that a young child has had to deal with, so handling the situation properly is imperative.

Let Your Child Grieve over Pet Loss

It is surprising how many parents underestimate their children, and assume that they can’t handle the truth. Pet loss is tragic; it hurts beyond belief. Although you may want to protect your child from this pain, they have the right to grieve. It is important to be respectful of their feelings; all children handle loss differently, and at their own pace.

It is recommended to not rush the healing process, but there are things you can do to make it less painful and more meaningful. Picking out a pet memorial stone will allow you to bond together over the loss, and it allows them to have control over their healing, because they are helping to choose a stone that will remember an animal they love. Whether you choose a small 2 pound stone or one that weighs over 20 pounds, it will empower your child to handle the death of their best friend.

Pet Stone Memorial as Grand as Your Pet

Posted on February 24, 2012 by admin

Owning a pet is a wonderful, indescribable experience. They can lift your spirits and make you feel safe and protected in a way that no human could ever do. Should that trustworthy friend pass on, you will need a memorial that is just as grand in their death as they were in life. Say it in Stones creates the most beautiful pet stone memorial that accomplishes just that.

Stone Options for Your Pet Stone Memorial

Here at Say it in Stones we understand that having little reminders of your sweet pet helps you remember the good times rather than pulling focus to the unpleasant. Our stones provide a wonderful outlet for your grief and with the addition of graphics and your pet’s name they become the reminder that encourages positive remembrances. We offer river rocks and sandstones that range in size from two pounds to twenty-five pounds, which make them perfect as garden decorations, a paperweight, or a doorstop.

Peaceful Pet Garden Memorials

Posted on February 23, 2012 by admin

Nothing evokes the kind of sweet peace that Say it in Stones pet garden memorials do. They are pretty, graceful stones that are a memorial for your beloved pet, and they also look perfect next to a bench or fountain in your flower garden. You can pass your day by relaxing beside this memorial, and reflecting on everything that made your pet special.

Pet Garden Memorials Assuage Your Grief

Say it in Stones knows all about pet loss, and our website contains helpful tips on how the grieving process works. There are also testimonials from people who have found that their pet gravestones were especially helpful in getting through their own grief. Grief is not an easy thing to handle, but the best solution is to find a way to uniquely memorialize your pet – it will give you something to concentrate on. With our beautiful stones, you will have a memorial that will look endearing in any home garden.

Stone Pet Memorials in Remembrance of your Pet

Posted on February 22, 2012 by admin

Our pet’s love is awarded to us unconditionally. Even though a cat is capable of giving the occasional silent treatmentand a dog pouts after being scolded, you know that you can always count on your pet to love and protect you. Pets aren’t petty, they don’t pull guilt trips, they don’t argue, and they don’t do any of the things that make for the bad side of human nature. It is this devotion that makes it so difficult when your pet dies. Say it in Stones understands this, and it’s precisely why stone pet memorials can be a touching and lovely reminder of your pet.

Hand-Crafted Stone Pet Memorials

One of the best ways to deal with your grief is to do something that honors your loved one. Creating a memorial not only provides an outlet, but results in a beautiful display of your love. Our artist, Gabrielle England, will work with you to get exactly what you want on your stone pet memorials. It is a very simple process – just pick out the type and size of the stone you want, and then let her know what you would like to have engraved on it. We even offer free shipping in the United States. Make your stone unique to you and your memories.

Dog’s Memorial Carved into Stone

Posted on February 21, 2012 by admin

Say it in Stones is a company dedicated to providing the most enchanting dog’s memorial for your family’s fun and lovable dog. We have been creating memorials for every kind of pet for the past twenty years. Having a dog serves a huge part in any family’s life, and when they pass, there is an empty place. Our stones can help bring a little closure to those in grief.

Dog’s Memorial Can be given as Gifts

Death isn’t easy for anyone, and when your friend is going through a hard time you know you would do anything to be able to help them. Often times all they need is some time and space to grieve over their loss, and a little reminder that you are there for them should they need you. Our memorials can be that reminder and they can jumpstart the healing process by making a thoughtful gift for your friend. Every dog’s memorial comes with a condolence card in which you can write whatever you wish, letting your love and concern for your friend shine through.

A Horse Memorial as Beautiful as Your Horse

Posted on February 20, 2012 by admin

Riding a horse is unlike any other experience. It can make you feel unfettered and alive, and you often develop a very special bond with your horse as a result. Due to this unique relationship, it can be tough to let go and move on when your horse passes away. The heartbreak can be tremendous, and you want to be able to honor them in a way that is fitting to how they were in life. Say it in Stones offers a horse memorial that can do just that.

Say it in Stones Horse Memorial

With Say it in Stones, you can design a horse memorial in any way that you feel evokes your horse best. We can engrave a drawing that you’ve done of your horse, or you can use one of our graphics of horses and flowers. Together, we can create a memorial worthy of your magnificent creature. It can also allow you to find some peace and closure during this difficult time.

Lovely and Enchanting Pet Tombstones

Posted on February 17, 2012 by admin

A funeral goes a long way in providing closure for those suffering from the loss of a loved one, and having a stone with your pet’s name engraved on it can be a heartfelt reminder of your beloved pet. What better way to send off your family’s pet than with a small memorial service held around a memorial stone in your garden? Say it in Stones is a company dedicated to providing the most enchanting pet tombstones for your family’s pet.

Pet Tombstones Designed Especially for You

Our in-house designer, Gabrielle England, has created some beautiful graphics to embellish your pet tombstones with. There is a heart, paw prints, a tree, and a rose among many other images which you can get engraved on your stone. There is a beautiful engraving of a lily, which means purity and innocence, perfect for your furry companion- Or you can get the poem “Rainbow Bridge” etched on your stone. There are so many options to choose from, and we invite you to please take a moment and browse the picture gallery on the website to find the right image and font for you. If none of our designs suit your needs, we would be happy to take a photo and convert it into a line drawing. The comfort you will find in your personalized tombstone will be priceless.

A Dog Memorial: A Fitting Tribute to Man’s Best Friend

Posted on February 16, 2012 by admin

Dogs are known as man’s best friend for a reason. They are loyal and loving and fun, whether you’re a child or an adult, dogs have been known to bring joy wherever they go. Their easy going nature makes it easy to adopt one into the family fold, but it’s also what makes it hard when they have passed on. Getting a dog memorial for your pet is not only easy and affordable, but it allows you to create a tangible reminder of all the wonderful moments you have shared with your dog.

Dog Memorial from Say it in Stones

With a dog memorial from Say it in Stones you can get a graphic of that squirrel he loved to chase engraved on it. There are also graphics of various breeds available so you can find one that looks exactly like your beloved canine. In addition with your dog’s name and dates of his life; you will have a completed object of beauty that you can place by that hydrangea bush he constantly dug up. The stone can be a source of comfort, one that can help you to reminisce about what an ideal companion he was