Summer's End...

Fall 2013 is just around the bend! It seems like it went fast and the end was a bit smoke-filled but all of us here are sad to see the season end.  On a brighter note, Fall is almost  here and doesn't it seem like there's a hint of it already in the air?  On this past Sunday we hosted a pet blessing for National Pet Memorial Day and we felt this small urge, when we were shopping for refreshments, to buy hot apple cider!  We had to remind ourselves that it's still ninety plus degrees outside and cold iced tea and lemonade were probably a little more appropriate. Anyway, we had a great turnout for the event and it was wonderful to see some of our long-time clients and a couple of new faces.  We'd like to send a very special thank you to Chaplain Steve Arvin for his awesome blessings.

If you're reading this and not familiar with our office, come on down and take a look!  We would be more than happy to answer any questions you have. Our facility is completely open to the public as it is, in fact, our goal to help you feel at ease and in complete understanding of this very difficult process.  

We also have some great urns available for purchase, and some cool jewelry and etched tile options as well!

We'll leave you, as we always do, with a couple of customer testimonials.  Have a beautiful Fall season! 

From Yelp:

"On July 28th, 2013, Beloved Friends treated our ShaSha Golden Retriever with all the love and respect she richly deserved!  Our devastation was so profound ... and  they treated us too with unbelievable gentleness.  What fine people! They are doing God's work at the right time, in the right place. We thank God for you and your work.  And we tell everyone about you." -JM and FW

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"Our beautiful cat passed away and we were devastated.  In the fog of grief, I remembered seeing the name A Beloved Friends Pet Crematory on a form that the woman we boarded her with had us sign after our cat reached a certain age.  I found the number and called.  I thought I had it together enough to make the arrangements, but I didn't get two words out before bursting into sobs.  They were so sweet, they let me cry while we worked out the information they needed. They were nothing but gentle and kind throughout the process.  Even their little dog, Peaches, who is always in the office with them, was loving to us. 

The office is very professional yet comfortable.  The owners obviously love animals and the people who love animals.  I cannot recommend them highly enough." -Kelly G. 

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Thank you note from Keli M. 

"I just wanted to thank you all for the loving dignity you showed both myself and "Coco Channelle".  Each one of you provided a closure for me and a path for my French-Chocolate girl to reach kitty heaven.  Merci Beau Coup"

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Happy Spring 2013!

     Hope you all are enjoying the lovely (but didn't it just snow on Monday?) Spring weather here in the Reno / Carson City area. We just wanted to take a quick moment to post a couple of our thank you notes and remind you that our Facebook page is up and running.  We're actually enjoying the Facebook thing as it keeps us connected with our customers and friends and it allows others to come in and post something about their beloved friend. We also post a lot information regarding grief after pet loss and coping strategies. This includes information on chat rooms that deal specifically with bereavement and anticipatory bereavement.  If you  haven't visited us there we would love for you to stop by! https://www.facebook.com/ABFPC

We also want to remind those of you who are visiting this blog for the first time to scroll down and read our testimonials.  We're very proud of our local business and the quality of service we are able offer to our customers!

From Thank You notes:

From Tim and Theresa M.
"We would like to thank you so much for your compassion and kindness that you showed us during a very difficult and sad time- after losing our precious Bridget. Your services are a huge asset for this community."

From M, C, M & T
" Thank you both for being here.  I have come to you 3 times and every time you are both so kind, caring and compassionate.  You always stay after hours if it will help a person get through this very difficult time.  It takes a very special person to do your work and I am so very grateful for you!

Happy Spring!