My Pet Just Passed Away. What Do I Do Next?
If your pet passes away at home, call us at 614-885-4006. We will either come to your home or you’re welcome to bring your pet to our office. We do have a private area available for final goodbye’s with your pet.
If your pet passes away at a veterinary clinic that uses Rutherford they will have the necessary paperwork and we will pick up your pet from your clinic.
If your clinic does not use our service, call us directly or ask your clinic to call us. We will work with you and them directly.
How Can I Be Sure I’m Receiving My Pet Back?
We issue each pet an individual identification number. This number accompanies your pet from pick up to cremation to homecoming.
Do You Perform The Cremation At Your Facility?
We are able to perform the cremation at our facilities on site. Our staff is certified through the Cremation Association of North America and they provide the highest standard of care as a leader in their industry.
What If My Veterinary Clinic Does Not Use Your Services?
We’re still happy serve you and care for your pet. We can assist in pick up your pet, please contact our main office at 614-885-4006.
Burial or Cremation?
Burial in your backyard is the most common method of disposing of remains. Cremation is increasingly selected because it allows the family to keep their pet with them if they move or do not like the idea of ground burial. It also allows for the memorial service to be held at a more convenient time in the future when relatives and friends can come together.
A funeral service followed by cremation need not be any different from a funeral service followed by a burial. Usually, cremated remains are placed in urn before being committed to a final resting place. The urn may be buried, or interred in a special urn garden that many cemeteries provide for cremated remains. The remains may also be scattered, according to state law.
For more information, contact us today at http://www.rutherfordfuneralhomes.com/ or call 614-885-4006.