About Pet Caskets

Pets are a staple in many households. The companionship and unconditional love that pets provide makes them a welcome addition for nearly every family. Pets, however, do have a much shorter lifespan than their human counterparts. The loss of a beloved pet can be a heart-wrenching experience for any pet owner. More and more pet owners are choosing to hold actual funerals for their deceased pets, complete with caskets. Pet burials are a growing business due to this increased consideration for our four-legged companions.

  1. History

    • The concept of pet caskets is nearly as old as pet ownership itself. For hundreds of years, per owners have struggled with the most effective way to bury their pets. The most often used way for many years was to simply wrap the deceased pet in a large piece of cloth and bury him in a deep hole. Since the late 1800's, owners have taken a more structured approach to pet burial. Many human casket makers saw the need for smaller, pet-specific caskets and began marketing them to pet owners. The first pet caskets were simple wooden boxes, although they have evolved from these humble beginnings.

    Identification

    • Pet burial devices can be found in nearly every shape, size and finish. Caskets can be created in a variety of sizes, from small mice to large dog and pony sizes available. A pet casket can be made out of nearly any heavy duty, durable material. Many lower-priced pet caskets are made out of heavy pressed cardboard, while some of the more pricey caskets are made out of hardwoods such as maple and oak. An owner can choose to have the casket padded and lined just like a human casket, and can opt to include the pet's favorite treat or toys to aid in her safe and comfortable passing.

    Function

    • A pet casket is used to bury a pet upon his passing, just as a human casket is used. Caskets are utilized after the death of a pet, and are normally purchased upon his passing, although they can be bought ahead of time. Pet caskets can be used in just the same manner as a human casket, and are normally buried in the ground after the passing ceremony is completed.

    Benefits

    • The loss of a loved companion can be a very traumatic experience, but providing that pet with a proper burial can help to ease the pain. Pet caskets help many pet owners to feel that they are doing the right thing and burying their pet in a manner fitting of the way they treated them in life. Most owners always do their best to make sure their pets are kept safe, warm and healthy during life, and choose to carry this thought of comfort and protection over to the casket after death. A casket can help to ease the owner's mind and put them at ease, knowing they've provided as best as they can for their pet even after death.

    Warning

    • Pet owners should be sure that they take correct measurements of their pet before they attempt to purchase a casket. Caskets are made according to the size of your pet, and precise measurements are important in avoiding the wrong size. Owners should take care not to go overboard when choosing a casket, as dealers use less than ethical tactics and often attempt to take advantage of a pet owner's grief to make a sale.