A Complete Guide On How To Create An Online Pet Memorial

Something to remember is that since many people don't share their personal emails, sending email invites might become a challenge. A workaround to this issue would be to create a pet memorial on a popular social media platform such as Facebook and Instagram because almost everyone has an account on one of both. You can create a page dedicated to your pet's memory and create a customized list of your friends to send a follow request. This is a sure way to guarantee no one is missed, and you might even get more people to respond to your request on a platform they're familiar with. 

Grieving looks different for everyone, and the time it takes to move on completely differs. But if there is an outlet to say your final goodbyes, the grieving process can be much more bearable and easier to get through.

Keep in mind that everyone processes death differently, and oftentimes, children don’t understand the full scope of it. If you have children who were close to your pet and are struggling to get through their grief, we think this article could help you guide them. 

Engaging in art is scientifically proven to be therapeutic in dealing with the loss of a loved one, including pets. But not everyone is artistic or enjoys creating art pieces. In this case, creating an online pet memorial, which doesn't require creative skills, can be an excellent and effective alternative.

Suppose you create a new Facebook page to memorialize your beloved family dog; you might find comfort in typing your fondest and funniest memories and uploading your favorite photos of them. It's a great way to take your mind off the emotional anguish by remembering only positive memories. 

Consider this the brainstorming step. Before you make your final decision on how it will look and which platform you will use, you need to piece together all the details. This is where you decide everything from the layout to the theme and how much information to include. 

Despite your chosen theme, you can add as much or as little content as you like. Some people don't want to miss anything, so they fill it with as much as they can, while others like to keep it simple with a few of their fondest memories. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

• Details about your pet include name, date of birth/death, breed, where it was born, and name of the owner.  
• Imagery including photos and videos (this is where you get to choose your favorite memories of your believed pet) 
• A poem or letter you wrote that reminds represents your love for your pet
• A prayer for their eternal wellbeing as they cross over
• Write a synopsis of your life together. You can include your fondest memories and what they meant to you.
• Include details about people whose hearts they touched. This can include family, friends, workers at doggy daycare and groomers, and other furry friends.

Our list is not exhaustive, so if there is anything else you would like to add that we did not include, go ahead and add it. The best thing about online pet memorials is that you are in charge of designing them however you prefer. 

Online pet memorials have grown in popularity over the last while, and the online market has seen an influx of websites offering memorial tools for grieving owners. This has made it so much easier because there are countless options to choose from with varying themes, designs, layouts, and price points. Whatever style you’re going for and despite your budget, we’re confident you will find a tool that accommodates your specific requirements. See below for a detailed list of our top online pet memorial tool recommendations. 

There are many online tools to choose from, all of which offer many benefits and maybe a few drawbacks depending on your preferences. Something to keep in mind is that just because there is a fee, it doesn't necessarily mean it is better. 

Once you’ve decided on your online tool of choice, the next step is to sign up for an account and enter all the necessary details. Remember that some online memorial websites require a fee upfront to be paid. Once the fee has been covered, you can proceed with the signup portion. All pertinent information will be the same across the board and creating a comprehensive portfolio of your deceased pet is required. Below is a sample of what you should be prepared to fill out.

• Details about your pet, including name, date of birth/death, breed, where it was born, and name of the owner.  
• If your pet was rescued, where did you rescue it from and when?
• How old was your pet when you adopted it?
• What was your pet’s breed (if known)?
• Add relevant details about your pet, including favorite human food, treats, favorite thing to do, etc.
• You will need to write a synopsis of your pet, so be prepared to consider how you want it to be remembered so you can add these details.
• What are your fondest memories of your pet?

Depending on the website, you will be asked to write a relatively long biography of your pet before submitting the information section. We recommend you write it however you want to remember your pet which will likely include all your favorite memories. The biography will be visible for all your guests to read, so take your time with it and make sure it includes everything you want them to know about your pet and the strong relationship you shared.

Like all online profiles, you will be given the option to upload images and short videos, depending on the tool you use. Once you’ve entered all the relevant details, you will be prompted to upload a profile photo of your pet. You can choose your favorite photo, as it will essentially be the focal point of the memorial.

While you are free to make changes to your page once the memorial has been published, we encourage you to review it before submitting it to go live. The reason is that you are likely grieving when you create your online pet memorial; therefore, you might miss important details because of the stress.

Take a little time to reread it all and review all the images to ensure you’re completely satisfied with everything you entered and uploaded. You can even have another family member who was close to your pet review it, as they might surprise you with details or photos you forgot. 

Once you’ve completed every section and all required details have been added, you will be given the option to share your memorial page. You can share your page on your other social media platforms by clicking a ‘share’ button and completing the integration. If this isn't an option, you will be given a URL or Memorial ID #, which you can send to your family and friends with whom you wish to share your unfortunate news. 

Keep in mind that since memorials are private in nature, you will always be given the option to keep your page private. In this case, the only people who would have access are the people you invited via a link or ID#, or by adding their names to the guest list. The process varies based on the tool.

When your guests visit your page, they will have options to show their condolences. At the very least, they will have the option to leave a comment and words of kindness for you to read. Depending on the website hosting your page, they may have options for your visitors to purchase a gift certificate for you, a memorial gift such as pet memorial jewelry, or even a poem to be sent to you. Online pet memorials have become innovative in how they resemble a real-life funeral with options to express condolences, be it through words or tangible gifts. 

When we’re hit with the tragic loss of our beloved furry friend, sometimes the best medicine to overcome the associated grief is getting together with the people we love to help raise our spirits. That is the exact purpose of an in-person commemoration.

Commemoration doesn’t need to be a memorial service. In fact, you can invite your closest friends and family for a barbeque or a weekend gathering to talk about their favorite memories of your pet. Exchange stories and reminisce about the good times everyone shared with your pet and how they will be missed. This is an excellent way to keep their memory alive.

Tattoos are a creative way to express your love and memory for the things and people you love. When someone's pet dies whom they were very close to, getting a tattoo in their memory is a great way to honor them. If you find a talented tattoo artist who specializes in pet portraits, you could get your favorite image of them tattooed on you. If you want something a little more subtle, getting actual paw prints tattooed is a popular choice. This is the one sure way to permanently honor the memory of your deceased pet.

We celebrate the birthdays of our deceased family members or friends, so why not our pets? Doing this is a great way to get together with family and friends and spend the day dedicated to stories about your pet. You can go through photos and funny videos and laugh about their quirky personality traits. You can go a little further by telling your guests to bring their pets and share with them your furry friend's favorite treat or food. 

If you want to keep your pet with you physically and can’t bare the thought of them being done forever, you should consider purchasing pet cremation jewelry. 

Jewelers can create unique jewelry designed to fit a small amount of cremains from your deceased companion, a pinch of burial soil, or a lock of their fur. The jewelry is a keepsake meant to be worn or carried regularly everywhere you go. The great thing about cremation jewelry is they are great conversation starters, so you will have the opportunity to talk about your pet to as many people as you want. If this is something that appeals to you but you don't know what style to choose, here are many beautiful options with something that will certainly catch your eye.

If you think that pet memorial jewelry is the most appealing option to honor your pet but are unsure of which option to choose, we have an excellent article that will help you make a sound decision.