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13 Pet Memorial Gifts to Give After the Loss of a BFF (Best Furry Friend)

They’ll feel comforted every time they see them

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For a family or an individual with a pet, there's no greater pain than the moment they pass away. These furry bundles of joy become members of the family who provide love, support, laughter and boundless energy. Needless to say, when someone loses their four-legged companion, a difficult grieving period is sure to follow. They say time is the best healer, but a small act of kindness from a friend can certainly help, too. Here, a roundup of the best pet memorial gifts that promise to provide comfort to any pet parent in mourning.

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How We Chose the Best Pet Memorial Gifts

When vetting the best pet memorial gifts, we considered items our editors have personally tried, along with top-rated products at reputable retailers like Amazon and Etsy. We focused on finding items that are unique, customizable and meaningful for pet owners.

Best Overall

1. West & Willow Custom Pet Portrait

West & Willow

Available to include between one and three pets, this custom pet portrait is a meaningful gift they’ll treasure forever. “This portrait turned out so much better than I could have imagined,” says PureWow Assistant Commerce Editor Natalie LaBarbera. “It was so easy to set up, too. All you have to do is upload your favorite picture of your pet (deciding between the hundreds on my phone was the hardest part!) and then choose the background, size, whether or not you’d like a frame included (and, if so, which material) and add in your pet’s name. Then the West & Willow team of digital artists quickly creates a stunning portrait!”

Most Customizable

2. TailoredCanvases Memorial Sign

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Keep it simple with a photo sign featuring a gorgeous handmade image of your loved one’s furry friend on a durable wrapped canvas with UV-resistant ink. It can be customized with a pet name and dates, and the goodbye message can be a pre-written quote (choose one of four) or you can provide a personalized note. The frame, which starts at an 8-inch x 10-inch size and goes up to 24-inches by 36-inches, can be mounted on the wall or placed on a table in a favorite spot.

Most Unique

3. U Wood Love This Pet Puzzle Piece

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Our four-legged loved ones undoubtedly take a piece of our hearts from the moment they enter our lives—and this 3D puzzle piece, which features a custom pet photo printed directly onto a piece of solid wood, captures that sentiment perfectly. It can also be personalized with a message of your choosing, as well as the pet’s name and dates of remembrance to make it that much more touching. Multiple reviewers note that edits were accommodated at their request to make the picture just right, and it comes in three different sizes to best suit your giftee’s space.

Best Wind Chimes

4. KalluliCC Pet Memorial Wind Chimes

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Gift this cheery, rainbow-colored wind chime and the owner will be able to remember their pooch every time they hear its sweet, soothing notes from the porch or the garden. For an extra special touch, the metal paw-shaped topper is engraved with a tender quote that reads: “We are now all together. Again and forever. Across the Rainbow Bridge.” It also comes in a ready-to-give gift box that includes a sympathy card so you can pen a personal message of support.

This custom blanket will take some preparation: You’ll need to gather four photos and the name of your loved one’s pet (might we suggest their social media accounts?). But it’ll be worth the effort if it means they can cuddle up with photos of their lost friend. Available in four size options and patterns, it's made from polyester fleece, making this blanket great for providing warmth—and all-around emotional comfort.

Best Ornament

6. Willow Tree Angel of Friendship Ornament

Willow Tree

This sculpted, hand-painted ornament will be a welcome addition to a grieving pal or family member’s yearly holiday decorations. It features a nurturing angel cuddling a pup to suggest they’re being well-cared for on the other side and it comes with an enclosure card that reads: "For those who share the spirit of friendship." The ornament is made of a durable resin and comes in a ready-to-gift box to boot.

Best Jewelry

7. Unijew Rainbow Bridge Bracelet

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This bracelet, which arrives in a velvet bag, is more than just a cute outfit accessory: It’s also a sweet present for someone who has just lost a dog or other pet. The mixed color beads represent the Rainbow Bridge, and there's a cute paw print charm with a heart strung onto the elastic rope representing a beloved animal. A blessing card and a matching rainbow brooch are also included with purchase.

Best Memorial Stone

8. Quotable Cuffs Remembrance Stone

Quotable Cuffs

We love the simplicity of this paw print river rock stone. The idea is to place it outside in a pet’s favorite spot, like the garden or that sunny patch in the backyard, permanently marking their territory with the words "forever in my heart.” It’s something the kids can even paint with their own messages to further personalize it, and the metal is made of pewter, so it’s not likely to rust.

Celebrate a kitty’s life with this plant frame in the shape of a cat head that will breathe new life into a grieving home, as the metal tail wraps around a cylinder vase with room for a plant to grow. There’s also room for a 4-inch by 6-inch photo of the pet who’s crossed over the rainbow bridge. Both are upheld by the MDF wood base, which can stand alone on a countertop or mantle.

Best Shadow Box

10. TJ.Moree Remembrance Shadow Box

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This shadow box is designed specifically to house a pup’s most-loved items, like their collar, a favorite ball or toy or even a vial of their ashes. It comes with hooks to easily hang it on the wall, along with six stick pins and a shatterproof glass window. Swivel tabs on the back also make it easy to open should the urge strike to feel an item in remembrance.

Best Suncatcher

11. LittePearl Personalized Suncatcher

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Remember your pet every time the light hits this stunning personalized suncatcher that’s crafted from wood and acrylic. It’s available in sizes ranging from 3-inches to 10-inches, so you can easily find one to place in a car or any space in a home, and reviewers say that it’s incredibly well-made: “Very sweet memorial gift, my friend loved it. It was well-made and shipped quickly.”

Best Bracelet

12. Joycuff Hidden Message Cuff Bracelet

Joycuff

Some pet parents who are grieving may not be quite ready for photographic reminders of their fallen fur babies. This surgical-grade stainless-steel bracelet offers a subtler way to honor their memory with its sweet hidden message on the underside, which reads, "I'll meet you at the rainbow bridge.” The cuff is hypoallergenic, so it can be worn by anyone, and the bangle adjusts to fit larger or smaller wrists.

Best Photo Keepsake

13. A&B Crystal Collection Personalized Photo

A&B Crystal Collection

This custom-made gift turns a photo of a beloved pet into an incredibly lifelike 3D model, laser-etched into crystal. The end result is a beautiful, freestanding decorative item that grieving owners can display in their home for an eye-pleasing and poignant reminder of their pet’s presence.

What Are Pet Memorial Gifts?

Pet memorial gifts are presents that commemorate the loss of a pet and help owners to remember them forever. The point in giving them is to show your support for the family or person who is grieving.

What Are the Best Pet Memorial Gifts?

The best pet memorial gifts will be personal, thoughtful, and most importantly, help spark positive memories about the pet. They can include details about the beloved animal, such as a name, date of passing or a photo. They can also be an item that’s used to memorialize the pet, whether it's a candle that can be lit every year on the anniversary of the day they crossed the rainbow bridge or a keepsake box for storing fur or ashes to be taken out whenever your loved one wants to think back to the best times and celebrate their life.

If you don't want to go the special-order route or don't have access to the animal’s photos or details, a sweet, engraved message of strength or a piece of thoughtful jewelry can be a good gift idea. This is also ideal for someone who is extra-sensitive and may not be ready to see a photo or even the pet’s name.

What Is the Rainbow Bridge?

The term Rainbow Bridge refers to a poem about a mythical overpass where animals go once they pass on. According to the poem, it’s also the spot where pet parents meet to reunite with their lost furry friends when the time comes. For many pet owners, the idea of the Rainbow Bridge is a source of comfort and support in their time of need, which is why you might come across many memorial gifts that reference it in their writing, colors or accompanying cards.

Where to Find Pet Memorial Gifts

You'd be surprised at how common pet memorial gifts are. Many specialized pet retailers offer them, and we love the customizable options available at Amazon and Etsy if you’re looking to add more personal elements.

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Christine Persaud has been writing and editing since the early 2000s. With a passion and deep knowledge for cooking, fitness, fashion, TV entertainment and tech, she contributes to PureWow’s food, wellness, style and gift categories on topics that range from product recommendations to trends. Earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications and Psychology from York University in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, her favorite way to unwind is to chill in her comfies with a glass of wine (always red!) and a great TV show. Follow her on Twitter @christineTechCA.

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