I am still grieving, Sheba's ashes will be surrounded by photos of her and cards from family.
2006-10-06 18:57:05 · 25 answers · asked by Rob 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Lots of people I know have found comfort by doing the same when their pets pass away. I think its a lovely thing to do although what you have to remember is that all that is there is the shell that Sheba didnt need anymore - her spirit still lives on around you. x
2006-10-06 19:05:59 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Very much so.Grief is a complex emotion, and is in many stages.To have a physical reminder of your Best friend can give a feeling of security that all is not gone.When a much loved Whippet died years ago, her ashes were buried beneath the Pine Tree in the garden.Next spring Violets grew on the grave, where none had been before. I found this very moving.
Time is a great healer. I'm sorry for your loss.
2006-10-07 02:50:56 · answer #2 · answered by Sue H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like you have it planned already, which implies that you think it will bring comfort. If you believe it will, then it will. I went the other way when I lost my GSD b1tch about a year ago - I have some photo's of her, but they're not on display. Luckily, I still have her little brother, but he's changed a bit (personality) since. (got softer - nobody to challenge for the top-dog position in the pack).
This may sound heartless, but have you considered getting a new puppy to partially fill the void?
2006-10-07 02:06:27 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it will give you comfort,your dogs gone to a good place and when you miss her your be able to look at her photos with her ashes and know she was well loved.My mum done the same with her dog and on a bad she used to talk to her as it cheered her up knowing she still had the dog around.I know its not the same as having her back,but you have that special place where you can remember her by.
2006-10-10 14:23:16 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dog also recently passed away, and i had her cremated, but i didn't keep her ashes, however i am comforted to know that she's no longer feeling pain. You will slowly develop an understanding, and in some way move on with life, but i think it is beautiful that your keeping your dogs ashes becuase i know its a hard time to go through, i had my friends helping me through with me. And yes i think you will feel comforted.
2006-10-07 02:34:01 · answer #5 · answered by peramiell 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Comfort is when you accept the fact that your beloved dog is gone. Comfort is moving on with your life, and perhaps saving a dog's life at a shelter- i'm sure your previous dog wouldn't want you to sit around and grieve-- she'd want you to continue on with your life. Give another dog the same love you gave to her- there are millions of deserving dogs out there.
You obviously cared for her and loved her with all your heart- i think that's comforting enough, to know that you gave her the best possible life ever.
2006-10-07 02:10:45 · answer #6 · answered by keep it real 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can give you comfort, although if you will keep them in an urn, it may be difficult at first (it was for me). I suggest that you have the ashes, and if it ends up being too hard at first, you may want to keep the urn somewhere out of sight until you are ready to bring it out. I felt better about keeping my dog's ashes in an urn because in a sense, I felt like he was still with me. I loved him so much, and I still do.
2006-10-07 02:45:59 · answer #7 · answered by iloveeeyore 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I hope that it helps. If this is your choice, then it may bring you some comfort. Grief never completely goes away, but perhaps in time, the pain will fade. I have planted a tree in my garden, I hang ribbons or things that remind me of people/ animals. when I'm sitting outside being peaceful, I look at the tree and send loving thoughts out and I get a feeling of them close to me.
2006-10-07 05:39:13 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi. I am so sorry youve lost your pet,yes have
her cremeted its worth it.
I lost my white Retriever five years ago,he was in pain so I did the best thing for him,I had
him cremated and I had his ashes put into a
lovely wood box.he was 14 at the time.
It will make you feel better.bye.
2006-10-07 14:44:32 · answer #9 · answered by shirley m 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dog died and I had him cremated one year ago. I chose to keep his ashes rather than scatter them. I wouldn't say they give me comfort, because it's not him in that box. But I look at the box each day and think of him.
2006-10-07 06:17:14 · answer #10 · answered by karenjet 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋