Backyard Burial

Although it is against many city by-laws, backyard burials are an excellent way to honor your dog. She probably spent a lot of time here and would like to be laid to rest somewhere close to her family.

And as long as it is done on the low, there is no reason why you shouldn’t inter your dog in a place where you can visit her daily. When my first dog passed on, my mother kindly had a friend dig a grave in the backyard in which we placed her little body shrouded in a sheet. It gave me great comfort to be able to look out the back window or sit by her final resting spot and know that in some way she was still with me.

It helped me with the grieving process - essential for a young child to learn about and now, twenty some-odd years later, I can (and do) still visit her.  

Memorial Service

If your dog passes away at the vet or you live in an apartment, you can always have a memorial service in place of a backyard funeral. Invite those who loved your dog over for a few hours of remembrance, have someone say a eulogy, and let people support you in your time of grief. Remember, a dog is a part of the family and her loss is no less painful than if you lost a close friend.

It is ok to be upset and those who loved her as much as you will understand this grief and help you through this hard time.