Tag Archives: Death of a pet

Beyond the Rainbow Bridge: Exploring Shared Burial of Pets and Owners

Human-pet co-burial is more common than you might think
Posted on October 19, 2023 by Erin Fleming (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

The bond between humans and their pets is a special and enduring connection that transcends words. For centuries, animals have been cherished members of our families, offering companionship, comfort, and unwavering loyalty. It’s no wonder that many people want to … Continue reading →

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“A Dog Has Died” by Pablo Neruda

Pablo Neruda's factual ode weeps through wide-open eyes
Posted on May 2, 2016 by Juniper Quin (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Pablo Neruda is a great master of understatement, weaving the sparest details around the complexity of loss with a cry that carries its own weight and does not ask to be comforted. The first four lines of his poem “A Dog … Continue reading →

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The Hidden Humanity Within “Gates of Heaven” by Errol Morris

A look at the animal burial industry reveals how humans view love, loss and death
Posted on February 5, 2016 by Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

When Roger Ebert names your documentary one of the top ten best films ever made, you know you’ve done something right. Errol Morris received such a distinction for his 1978 classic, “Gates of Heaven.” Although the film is now almost … Continue reading →

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