Eternal Pawprints Veterinary Hospice

22/08/2024

“Animals are reliable, many full of love, true in their affections, predictable in their actions, grateful and loyal. Difficult standards for people to live up to.”

-- Alfred A. Montapert

20/08/2024

We learn so much through sharing our lives with our pets. ❤

11 life lessons pets teach us. Pets can really boost your health & well-being. Enjoying a pet intensifies feelings of being connected.

15/08/2024

12/08/2024

For many families, one of the most difficult decisions is determining body care arrangements after saying goodbye. Sometimes, we are asked what things families should think about if they’re considering a home burial.

There are many different to consider with this, including the location of utilities, your city’s local laws, the time of year, and of course, your family’s belief system and individual wishes. It is a highly personal decision, and no matter what your family chooses, know that we are here to support you.

09/08/2024

"There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are messengers of overwhelming grief, and unspeakable love."

-- Washington Irving

06/08/2024

One question we often receive is regarding how long an appointment usually takes. The typical length of an appointment is anywhere from 30 minutes to one hour. It depends on the status of your pet, you, your family, and how long you want things to take.

We never want to rush you or your family during this difficult and heartbreaking time.

02/08/2024

“Such short little lives our pets have to spend with us, and they spend most of it waiting for us to come home each day.”

— John Grogan

31/07/2024

National Mutt Day encourages us to embrace, love, and celebrate our mixed breed friends. If you have a mixed breed dog, we’d love to see your photos in the comments!

26/07/2024

"A dog is the only thing that can mend a crack in your broken heart."

- Judy Desmond

19/07/2024

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal;
Love leaves a memory no one can steal.

-- Irish Blessing

16/07/2024

"I knew it would be rough when she died, but I had no idea... I was a total wreck. I cried for days. I couldn’t get any work done. And worst of all, I was too embarrassed about it to tell anyone. I spent days at work crying in private and muttering ‘allergies’ whenever someone glanced at my puffy eyes.”

How to handle grief after a pet’s death—and why we all need to change our attitudes about it

12/07/2024

"Grief I've learned is just love. It's all the love you want to give but cannot. All of that unspent love gathers up in the corners of your eyes, the lump in your throat, and in that hollow part of your chest. Grief is just love with no place to go."

-- Unknown

08/07/2024

Even after the goodbye, memories of the time spent together will always be with you. remembering the moments you shared with them will always be with you. By celebrating their life, you not only honor their memory but also keep the love you shared with them alive.

Losing a pet is difficult, but honoring their life with a memorial can help. Remember your beloved pet with these memorialization ideas.

06/07/2024

"You were my favorite hello, and my hardest goodbye."

--unknown

02/07/2024

The Last Battle

If it should be that I grow frail and weak,
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
then you must do what must be done
For this, the last battle, can't be won.

You will be sad, I understand,
Don't let the grief then stay your hand,
For this day more than all the rest
Your love and friendship stand the test.

We've had so many happy years,
What is to come can hold no fears.
You'd not want me to suffer so;
When the time comes, please let me go.

Take me where my needs they'll tend
And stay with me, if you can, to the end.
Hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.

I know in time, you will see,
It is a kindness you do for me.
Although my tail its last was waved,
From pain and suffering I've been saved.

Don't grieve that it should be you,
Who must decide this thing to do,
We've been so close, we two, these years;
Don't let your heart hold any tears.

Smile, for we walked together for a little while.

--Author Unknown

28/06/2024

Journeying through grief can be hard, and it's important during these times to take care of ourselves. Each journey, just like each individual, is different, and what works for someone else, may not work for you and that’s okay. Find what self-care tips work for you, and remember, you're not alone.

Grief can be raw, painful, and messy. It is important during times of grief to take care of yourself. Self-care is a crucial part of the healing process and can

25/06/2024

"A cat can make you feel well-rested when you're tired, or turn a rage into a calm just by sitting on your lap. His very nearness is a healing song."

--Shannon Hale, Book of a Thousand Days

21/06/2024

"When a dog loses a companion, whether animal or human, he grieves and reacts to the changes in his life. Dogs alter their behavior when they mourn, much like people do. "

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/do-dogs-grieve-other-dogs/

18/06/2024

“You had me at hello, goodbye and everything in between.”

--Shannon L. Alder

14/06/2024

One way to honor a beloved companion who has passed away is by putting together a scrapbook, photo journal, or video diary. Gathering mementos from joyful moments in a single space can offer a therapeutic and comforting experience, and might even bring laughter and smiles as you remember beautiful and happy moments together. This can also be a great way to involving children in this creative process, and help them navigate through their grief. The final outcome is a lovely memorial that you can revisit whenever you need.

11/06/2024

Today is World Pet Memorial Day. It's a day dedicated to honoring and remembering the pets we've lost, and also to show kindness and support to those who are currently grieving the loss of their beloved furry friends.

07/06/2024

“Grieving doesn’t make you imperfect. It makes you human.”

— Sarah Dessen

04/06/2024

Today is National Hug Your Cat Day! We know that not all cats are fans of hugs but let us know if yours is. 🧡

31/05/2024

Grieving is a natural response to loss and helps us to process it. Often, we think of grief as something we experience after a beloved pet dies, but people expecting a loss may also experience grief beforehand. This is called anticipatory grief, and we want to reassure you that it's natural to feel many strong emotions leading up to such a significant loss. We are here to help you navigate this difficult journey.

28/05/2024

"If you cannot hold me in your arms, then hold my memory in high regard.
And if I cannot be in your life, then at least let me live in your heart."

-- Ranata Suzuki

24/05/2024

"So often we try to make other people feel better by minimizing their pain, by telling them that it will get better (which it will) or that there are worse things in the world (which there are). But that’s not what I actually needed. What I needed was for someone to tell me that it hurt because it mattered.” — John Green

20/05/2024

Today is National Rescue Dog Day. We would love to see pictures of your beloved furry rescued friends and ask the question -- in your case, who rescued who?

16/05/2024

“Whoever said that diamonds are a girl’s best friend never owned a dog.” — Unknown

13/05/2024

For those who choose to have their pets cremated individually and receive their ashes, deciding what to do with them afterwards can be difficult. This article provides a range of unique ideas to help you commemorate your pet's memory.

https://www.evrmemories.com/15-ideas-of-what-to-do-with-my-pets-ashes