Starlight Pet Talk

Aftercare and Memorialization for Pets: Honoring Your Beloved Companion

Amy Castro, MA, CSP Season 2 Episode 20

This episode explores the aftercare options available for pets after they cross the Rainbow Bridge. Amy talks with Gia Kondakor, director of Pet Loss Services at McAllister Smith Funeral Home. Amy and Gia discuss the emotional challenges people face when their pets die and the importance of making informed decisions about aftercare. The episode covers topics such as cremation options (individual, partition, communal), memorial services, and unique ways to memorialize pets. Gia emphasizes the need for open conversations about pet loss and encourages pet parents to be comfortable in making decisions that honor their pets' memories.

Takeaways

  • Aftercare options for pets include cremation and burial
  • Cremation options include individual, partition, and communal cremation
  • Memorial services can provide closure and support for grieving pet parents
  • There are unique ways to memorialize pets, such as jewelry and art made from cremains
  • Open conversations about pet loss and aftercare are important for making informed decisions

To get in touch with Gia or explore the pet aftercare options at McAlister-Smith, go to: https://www.mcalister-smith.com/#

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