The loss of a beloved dog is more than just losing a pet—it's losing a best friend, a daily companion, a source of unconditional love. When someone close to you is going through that kind of grief, it can be hard to know how to show your support. A thoughtful gift won't take the pain away, but it can offer comfort, and simply remind them they are loved. 

1. Understand the Grief First

Before you choose a gift, it's important to acknowledge that grieving a dog is deep and very personal. Some people want to talk about their dog, and others would rather handle their grief on their own and not reach out to for support. Sending a gift is a really sincere way to let them know you're thinking of them. 

2. Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Someone Mourning Their Dog

• Food gift basket with a personalized gift message
Sending food in a beautiful basket can be a very kind gesture to someone who is going through a loss. It offers warmth and nourishment, and something tasty to have a moment of enjoyment amongst the pain of loss. 

• A Book About Pet Loss or Healing
Books like "When you Lose a Beloved Pet"  or "Will I See My Dog in Heaven" can offer gentle understanding a new perspective to those processing and healing through their grief. 

• A Pet Memorial Candle
Sending something like a pet memorial candle can be a really comforting gift for someone who is grieving. It gives them a place to direct their love and attention towards their pup, by lighting the candle and taking a moment to remember their beloved pet. 

• A Pet Memorial Gift Rock
A pet memorial gift rock is an amazing gift that can bring physical support and relief to someone who had to say goodbye to their fluffy best friend. A memorial rock can be set outside in a special place where their dog used to love to lay down, or it can be carried with them in your car, their purse, or left on their work desk as a sweet reminder of how much love their pup has for them. It can be a great physical comfort to hold in their hands and transfer that love and energy into their pup's presence in their rock. 

• A Pet Memorial Key Ring Gift
Gifting a little keychain is a great way to allow someone grieving to feel like they are carrying their pup's love with them wherever they go. 

• A Picture Frame Wall Hook
A picture frame wall hook can be a thoughtful memorial gift for someone who wants to create a space on their wall to cherish a photo of their dog, and perhaps hang their old leash, a favorite bandana, or a dog outfit they used to love to wear. Or use it as a hook for something special they'll wrap themselves in as a reminder that their dog's love is always with them.

• A Sun Catcher Sticker
A sun catcher sticker is a unique and radiant gift that brings rainbows and colored sunshine into a room. These stickers are an uplifting and joyous gift to someone who finds comfort in knowing their pup has gone over the rainbow bridge and is still looking for ways to make you smile. 

Curious about sending a food gift basket full of comforting cheeses, crackers, sweets and snacks? Check out our sympathy gift baskets. As well as our remembrance gifts that you can include in addition to any of our sympathy gifts. 

Want to customize a gift you don't see on our website? Email sammy@luccathenapadog.com 

Need help writing a gift message? Read our blog on "How to write a gift message to someone who is grieving the loss of their dog"