Pet loss gift ideas for the holidays
The holidays are fast approaching, and that means it’s time to celebrate with family, friends, and loved ones. For those of us that have experienced pet loss, you know the holidays can be particularly difficult. Reflecting on memories shared with your pets who are no longer here makes your heartache. Don’t let the holidays keep you in a state of depression. Instead, choose to honor your (or a friend’s) beloved pet with a thoughtful memorial gift for the holidays. It’s never too early to start your holiday list and think about giving a gift from the heart to help someone cope. Here are 16 Amazon pet loss gift ideas to consider for the holidays.
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Home décor
Home decor gifts make great gifts because they can add nice touches to the home. Some items can even be customized. Unique ways to display memorial pictures in nice frames is always a nice idea. There are 3D frames as well as shadowbox-style frames where you can keep your pet’s collar as a keepsake inside.
Planting a tree or growing a plant is another creative way to honor your pet. By honoring your pet through starting a new life in growing plants is a nice symbolic way to continue the cycle of life. Just like life, energy continues to flow and evolve. Plants do as well. It’s a unique way to keep the memory of your pet alive.
Lastly, home decor touches like comforters and quilts are old-fashioned ways to incorporate creativity and sentimental memories in a warm cozy blanket. These gift ideas are perfect for the colder months or any time you want to envelope yourself with memories of what your pet meant to you. A custom-designed pet memorial blanket makes for a thoughtful gift idea.
I love all these unique home decor ideas.
VILIGHT Pet Memorial Gifts – Paw Prints Sympathy Picture Frame for Pet Loss – 4×6 Inches Photo
GEMTEND Pet Memorial Clips and Twine Set for Photo Hanging-Personalized Gift for Pet Lovers
KCRasan Pet Memorial Pet Collar Picture Frame – Tribute Keepsake
Outdoor
Having a memorial for your pet does not have to be limited to the interior of your home. Adding nice touches outside and around your home is welcome. For those that choose to keep their pet’s remains buried at home, consider a lovely memorial stone for your pet’s final resting place. Amazon even has solar-lighted markers as well.
Consider wind chimes on your porch if you prefer something unique. Every time the wind blows, and you hear the chimes, you’ll be reminded of your pet’s love and spirit in the air.
MARYTUMM Personalized Pet Memorial Stone by Waterproof Resin, Custom Pet Stone Markers
Pet Memorial WindChimes for Dogs Cats Pet Loss Gifts Remembrance Gift
Candles
Candles are a great added touch of elegance inside the home. I love scented candles and sentimental ones as well. Pet memorial candles come in many different colors, styles, and designs. I’m a fan of Pet Perennials healing hearts candle. I wrote about my personal experience in a prior blog post you can read here. From incorporating healing crystals and colorful designs, there is something suited for everyone. Amazon even has toxic-free candles available as well.
Here is just a sample of candles for gift ideas.
Memorial Candle – Sympathy Candle with Crystals Remembrance Pet Loss Gift
Books
I recently wrote a post 7 books I recommend to find comfort after pet loss. Sometimes, reading self-help books or learning about the process of mourning a beloved pet from other pet parents can provide you with validation and tools to find healing. This is invaluable during such a difficult time. Here are just a few books that are Amazon picks.
Jewelry
Another unique personalized way to honor your pet is through personalized jewelry. I’m not one for wearing jewelry daily however when my cat Dusty passed away, I delighted in a gift my husband bought for me. It was a custom gold locket necklace personalized with Dusty’s picture inside. I wore it daily for a long time and gave me such comfort. It was such a thoughtful gift I’ll cherish always.
Luckily, Amazon has many personalized jewelry options available for the most simple or more elegant tastes. You can find remembrance jewelry necklaces, bracelets, rings, and more. Below is just a small sample of jewelry selections to memorialize a beloved pet that has passed.
Mignonand Mignon Personalized Pet Jewelry Necklace
Sureio Pet Memorial Cuff Bracelet/ Pet Jewelry Sympathy for Pet Lover
Custom pillows
Lastly, my final suggestion for gift ideas this holiday season is a custom portrait pet pillow. I wrote a blog post about my experience with PuppyYou.com and received a custom pet pillow with Dusty’s image on it. I love, love, love it. Call me crazy but I even jokingly talk to “Dusty” here and there. She’s always watching our silly antics at home.
This is another way to memorialize your pet in a fun way. And an extra bonus, you can hug your pillow. No, it’s not the same as the real thing however seeing them in their image always makes your heart smile.
YMGifts Custom Pet Portrait Memorial Pillow’ (20″, Colorful)
Final thoughts
Those are my 16 Amazon pet loss gift ideas for this holiday season. Did you like any of these gift ideas? Which one is your favorite? Do you know someone that would appreciate any of these gift ideas?
I’d love to hear your thoughts. Share and comment below.
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