PAWS representatives understand how difficult it is when your beloved pet has passed away or to arrive at the decision that a beloved pet must be euthanized. We can help you through this process.
Cremations
Paws Along the River has had a history of caring for Warren County's animals for over 75 years. We offer cremation services because we feel we need to honor your family member after they pass. We treat your pet the same way we would treat ours, with the utmost care and compassion.
If you choose our cremation services remember you can advise your veterinarian that you want Paws Along the River to do your cremation. You can bring your pet here directly or we can pick your pet up from the veterinarian. It is your right to request who performs this special service for you and your family. All animals for cremation must have their collars removed and no toys or blankets please.
Our caring staff will treat your beloved pet like they are our own. Contact us at 814-726-1961 for more information and to make arrangements for cremation services.
Cremations Fees:
| Private Cremation - Return of Remains | ||
| Pounds | Price | |
| 1-25 | $ 90 | |
| 26-50 | $ 120 | |
| 51-90 | $ 130 | |
| 91-130 | $ 175 | |
| 131-180 | $ 195 | |
| 181-200 | $ 225 | |
| Regular Cremation - No Return of Remains | |
| Pounds | Price |
| 1-25 | $ 50 |
| 26-45 | $ 70 |
| 46-65 | $ 85 |
| 66-90 | $ 95 |
| 91-120 | $ 110 |
| 121-150 | $ 125 |
| 151-200 | $ 153 |
Grieving the Loss of Your Pet
The loss of a pet can be like losing your best friend. It’s important to grieve this loss and work through the emotions. People grieve the loss of a pet in different ways. Most people will experience the seven stages of grief (shock, denial, bargaining, anger, guilt, sorrow, and acceptance), but the amount of time spent in each stage may vary greatly.
The American Humane Society offers these tips to help through the grieving process:
- It’s OK to cry and show outward signs of grief for your pet. The human-animal bond is very strong, and for many people, the loss of a pet is felt as deeply as the loss of a close friend or family member.
- Talk about your pet with friends and family, including the good times, the bad times, and even the way it ended (if you choose). Sharing the wonderful memories you have of your pet will help you progress through the grieving process.
- Have a memorial service for your pet. Whether you bury your pet in your backyard, scatter his ashes in the woods or simply go to his favorite dog park, you can honor his memory by holding a service. Include the entire family and pray together, recall favorite memories, or plant a tree or flower garden in your pet’s memory.
- Join a pet bereavement support group. Check with your local animal shelter for more information on finding one of these groups or a pet bereavement hotline.
- Refer to magazines and literature that can offer support at this difficult time.
- Let yourself feel the pain and loss, but remember to also appreciate all the years you spent together with your beloved companion.
- Make a donation in your pet’s honor to your local animal shelter. Many shelters have a memorial donation program with either a wall or garden where you can have a brick engraved with your pet’s name. Not only will you create a lasting tribute to your pet, but you will also be helping save the lives of homeless shelter animals. Click here for Memorial Donations at PAWS