Grief

Until one has loved an animal a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.
-Anatole France-

The death of a pet can be as devastating as the death of a human family member.  People experience a wide range of emotions when their pet dies.  Elizabeth Kubler-Ross identified five stages in the grief process:  denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.  Many of these stages also apply to the loss of a family pet.  We have provided some resources to help you through the death of your companion.  You can explore the pet loss books and other grief resources we’ve listed in this section.

 

• Pet Loss Books
• Other Grief Resources

• Frequently Asked Questions

  What makes your cremation services different?

  First of all, we are the only pet crematory in the Kansas City area operated by a funeral home. You will be working with funeral professionals. Some of the same people who work with our pet services work with our human services. We believe that you will find us to be more professional and better able to accommodate any special requests.

  What if my veterinarian’s office says they can take care of the cremation?

  The Amos Family works with some of our local veterinarians, but not all. The biggest difference is that the level of service you will receive from the Amos Family will be far superior. Your pet’s cremated remains will be available to you in a couple of days. In many cases, we can have the cremated remains ready that same day.

  What if my pet dies at home?

  When a pet dies at home, there are two options. You can call 913-631-7314 and arrange for a home pick up 24 hours a day, or you can bring your pet to us during business hours. The cost of a home pick up ranges from $50.00 to $150.00 depending on the time of day. Additional mileage fees may apply. Go to the "Our Prices" page for more information.