Aftercare

A Thoughtful Approach to Aftercare

After your pet has peacefully passed, Dr. Ryder will help guide you through the aftercare options available to your family.

These decisions can be made before or during the appointment, and there is no pressure to have every detail decided in advance.

Every family is different, and Dr. Ryder is available to answer questions and help you choose the option that feels right for you.

With private cremation, your pet is cremated individually and their ashes are returned to your family.

Many families choose this option when they would like to keep their pet's ashes or create a memorial at home.

Dr. Ryder works with Agape Pet Services to coordinate private cremation arrangements.

Communal cremation provides a respectful option for families who do not wish to have ashes returned.

Your pet is cremated with other companion animals, and the ashes are not returned to the family.

Some families choose burial at home where permitted by local regulations.

If home burial is being considered, Dr. Ryder can discuss factors that may help you determine whether this option is appropriate for your situation.

Many families find comfort in keeping a tangible reminder of their pet.

Memorial keepsakes may be available through Agape Pet Services, including paw prints, nose prints, and fur clippings.

Companion Animal House Calls works with Agape Pet Services to help provide respectful aftercare and memorial options for families.

Agape Pet Services has served pet owners throughout the Richmond area for many years and offers a variety of cremation and memorial services.

When are ashes returned?

Can I choose cremation later?

Can I receive a paw print?

Can family members each receive keepsakes?

Can I bury my pet at home?

Dr. Ryder is available to answer questions and help you understand the aftercare options available for your pet.