Our beautiful ‘Going Home Urn’. Available at our cremation office in Escondido, CA.
The loss of a cherished pet is a deeply emotional and personal experience, calling for careful consideration in choosing a resting place that honors their memory and the joy they brought into your life. Here, we explore how to select an urn that reflects your preferences and commemorates your pet’s life beautifully.
Location of the Urn
Where the urn will reside plays a pivotal role in determining its size, material, and design. You might prefer a prominent place on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or in a display cabinet. Conversely, you might opt for a scatter tube if you plan to scatter the ashes in a favorite park or garden. Biodegradable urns are available, ensuring a sustainable and respectful return to nature, for
families wishing to bury the ashes in their yard.
Design and Aesthetic
The urn’s aesthetic should resonate with you, evoking warm memories each time you glance at it. Consider modern designs such as Vega Pet Urns, which is a functional vase or pot and blends well with modern decor. Urns with a wood finish echo a timeless, natural aesthetic, offering a comforting presence in any room. Customization offers a personal touch , whether through engraving or by choosing a design that mirrors your pet’s personality.
Material Choices
Urns come in an array of materials, including wood, metal, ceramic, and biodegradable
materials. The choice often hinges on personal preference and the urn’s final destination. For instance, a durable metal or ceramic urn would suit a home display, while biodegradable materials are perfect for burial.
Reflecting Your Pet’s Personality
Selecting an urn that embodies your pet’s spirit can offer comfort in moments of grief. You might opt for a playful design reflecting a spirited pet, or a serene, elegant look that embodies a calm and loving companion. Many people find a traditional wooden urn to be “sad,” so they opt for something more personalized, like a photo urn that can display a favorite photo of your beloved pet.
We have many urns to choose from at our cremation office. Shown here is our ‘Vega Pet Urn.’ This contemporary urn looks and functions as a vase with a separate, concealed urn vessel in the bottom half. The ashes are safely sealed in a compartment underneath the vase portion of the urn.
Finding Joy in Remembrance
The ultimate goal is to find an urn that brings joy and aids in healing as you reminisce on the happy moments shared with your pet. Whether it’s a photo urn that holds a loving picture, or a uniquely shaped urn that reminds you of a joyful characteristic, the urn should stand as a symbol of love, evoking happiness rather than sadness when you see it.
In conclusion, choosing the perfect urn for your pet is a deeply personal decision influenced by various factors, including the urn’s location, its design, the material, and how it represents your pet’s personality. Keeping these factors in mind will guide you to an urn that not only honors your pet’s memory but also brings you joy and comfort for years to come.
We have many urns and memorial items available for our clients. To see our full selection, go here.
