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Faithful Friends

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Faithful Friends

Faithful Friends is a division of Grace Funeral & Cremation Services. We treat your companion animal with compassion, care and dignity.

We offer private pet cremation services, as well as a wide selection of memorial keepsakes, cremation jewelry, pet monuments, and remembrance items. Each pet is handled with loving care, provided a unique identification number and transported to the crematory in a dignified and humane manner. As funeral service professionals, we understand that your pet is a member of your family and we treat them as such. We are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year to assist you with your needs.

11/13/2024

In the spirit of kindness, tag a friend who could use some extra love and support today. ⁠
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Sometimes a simple gesture can make all the difference.

11/11/2024

On this Veterans Day, we express our heartfelt gratitude to the brave folks and animals who have served our country. We also acknowledge the special role pets often play in the lives of our veterans, offering comfort and companionship.

11/10/2024

Honoring Our Beloved Pets: Today, we remember all the precious pets who have touched our lives and left paw prints on our hearts. Share a photo and a memory of your beloved pet in the comments below.

10/23/2024

Have you met our comfort pal, Wally?
Wally McNames, he is the goodest boy of all the boys in goodboy land. Don’t you think? 🐾🐾

Photo credit: Mindy Joy Photography

09/02/2024

Happy Labor Day from Faithful Friends Pet Funeral & Cremation Services

08/02/2024

Pet tip for aging pets! Although its soooo tempting to give your pet a little treat from the table, maintaining a healthy weight can prevent strain on their joints and organs, making their quality of life better and longevity of life longer. Keep the treats as just that, a treat, and you should be just fine!

07/26/2024

Do you wonder how to help a friend, relative, or loved one through losing their pet? We are sharing some of our favorite tips like this one:

Ask how you can help.

Be willing to take over as many simple tasks as possible. Even small jobs can add to the stress of a grieving person. Be willing to take the initiative; many people have trouble accepting help when it's offered. You may need to simply tell them what task you are doing on their behalf, and then do it.

Find out more about holding space for grief here: https://www.petcremationrockford.com/grief-and-healing/supporting-families

07/18/2024

Hi, my name is Kristan and I am the owner of Faithful Friends. ⁠
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Each member of our team is dedicated to providing the best care and respect to your beloved pets. ⁠
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Behind every service we offer is a compassionate individual ready to support the whole process. We know your pets are much more than pets. They are best friends.⁠
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Here is a little more about what we do: https://www.petcremationrockford.com/what-we-do/

07/05/2024

Regular vet check-ups are crucial for aging pets. Early detection of health issues can help maintain their quality of life. We have so many amazing veterinarians in town. Which one do you go to?

07/04/2024

Tips to keep your furry friends safe of this Fourth of July:

✅ keep pets indoors during fireworks to reduce stress and prevent them from running away or getting lost.
✅ create a quiet space indoors where they can feel safe from the loud noise.
✅ ensure your pet has proper, updated identification in case they get out.
✅ avoid feeding table scraps as cookouts and parties have a higher chance of pets choking or eating things they’re not supposed to.

Faithful Friends wishes you and your furry friends a safe and relaxing Fourth of July.

06/28/2024

We are sharing a few tips we have learned over the years that might help you comfort your friend or loved one after they’ve lost a pet. Here is one of our favorites:

Let the bereaved one talk about how their pet died.

People who are grieving may need to tell the story over and over again, sometimes in minute detail. Be patient. Repeating the story is a way of processing and accepting the death. With each retelling, the pain lessens.

Find out more about holding space for grief here: https://www.petcremationrockford.com/grief-and-healing/supporting-families

06/07/2024

Question! As our pets age, their needs may change. From joint supplements to regular vet check-ups, there are many ways to support your senior pet's health and comfort. What do you do to keep your pets feeling healthy and strong?

05/31/2024

We are sharing a few tips we have learned over the years that might help you comfort your loved one after they’ve lost a pet. Here is one of our favorites:

Be willing to sit in silence if that is what is needed or requested.

It might seem natural to try to fill the silence but sometimes the grieving friend or family member will find it too difficult to talk. They might take great comfort in having someone close by. Don't press if the grieving person doesn't feel like talking. You can offer comfort and support with your silent presence. If you can't think of something to say, just offer eye contact, a squeeze of the hand, or a reassuring hug.

Find out more about holding space for grief here: https://www.petcremationrockford.com/grief-and-healing/supporting-families

05/29/2024

Some people feel that recovery from pet loss should be easier, and shorter, than grieving the loss of a human being. We at Faithful Friends Pet Funeral & Cremation Services know that grief and mourning have their own timetable. Your friend may still be in grief months after the loss. Being conscious of their unique timetable, and mindful of the support they'll need throughout this time can make all the difference – to both of you.

As they come to a more stable place emotionally, your friend or family member may feel the desire to tentatively step back into life. Helping them to do that means extending a hand, and helping them out.

Involve them in your activities. Invite your friends to social occasions so they have the opportunity to meet new friends and get their minds off their loss.

Plan new activities together. That way, both of you have something to look forward to, even if it's just a short walk in their neighborhood or a movie date.

Always remember holidays and anniversaries. These are the days of the year that are the hardest times for people suffering from grief. So, plan and invite them to your home or make a visit to their home to wish them a happy holiday. Let them know that they have many friends and family members ready to help them through these difficult days.

Find out more about holding space for grief here: https://www.petcremationrockford.com/grief-and-healing/supporting-families

05/27/2024

We remember not only the brave soldiers, but also the loyal animals who have served alongside them. Honoring their unwavering spirit this Memorial Day.

05/22/2024

How to reach out to a grieving friend –– It's never easy. Finding the right words, the fear of saying the wrong thing; even a lack of personal experience with pet loss leave many people uncomfortable reaching out to a grieving friend.

Often, we feel that if we said just the 'right thing' we could change their suffering for good. And, what if we made it worse for them, by creating additional pain for our friends in mourning? Those feelings of inadequacy and concern cause us to ignore a simple fact: the loss of an animal companion cannot be enhanced, or relieved, by words.

Their bereavement is a process, and as a friend, you can offer support and a listening ear, but there is no way to take away the pain from the person who has experienced the death of a pet.

Rather than worry about what to say to a grieving friend, simply be receptive to their needs and offer assistance whenever possible. Find out more about this here: https://www.petcremationrockford.com/grief-and-healing/supporting-families

Address

4301 N. Main Street Suite A
Rockford, IL
61103

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 1pm
Sunday	10am - 1pm

Telephone

+17792106963

Website

http://www.petcremationrockford.com/

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