Posted 15th October 2025
Posted 2 weeks ago
By James Bancroft
What to Do When Your Pet Passes Away at Home
We know that losing a beloved pet is one of the hardest moments you can go through.
Latest News & Blog
Welcome to our Latest News and Blog page, where we share updates, helpful advice, and heartfelt stories from Rainbow Bridge Pet Funerals. Here you’ll find information about our services, guidance on coping with pet loss, and reflections on the special bond we share with our animal companions.
We hope these articles offer comfort, support, and insight during difficult times. Please check back regularly for new posts and updates.
Posted 15th October 2025
Posted 12th October 2025
Posted 3 weeks ago
By James Bancroft
Peace of Mind for Your Pet’s Farewell
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the hardest moments we face.
Posted 5th October 2025
Posted 4 weeks ago
By James Bancroft
Bolton’s First Pet Crematorium is Now Open
When we said goodbye to our own beloved pets, we felt the deep ache that so many families know all too well — the silence in the house, the emptiness where a wagging tail or gentle purr once was.
Posted 1st October 2025
Posted 4 weeks ago
By James Bancroft
When Is the Right Time to Consider Pet Euthanasia?
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the most heart-breaking decisions an owner will ever face.
Posted 17th September 2025
Posted 1 month ago
By James Bancroft
Pet Cremation vs Home Burial: Keeping Your Pet Close
When the time comes to say goodbye to a beloved pet, the love you shared doesn’t end.
Posted 3rd September 2025
Posted 2 months ago
By James Bancroft
Home Euthanasia: A Final Act of Kindness
Making the Kindest Decision for Your Beloved Pet.
Posted 20th August 2025
Posted 2 months ago
By James Bancroft
Pet Loss and Grief in Children and the Elderly
Losing a pet is a heartbreaking experience for anyone, but for children and the elderly, the grief can feel especially overwhelming.
Posted 13th August 2025
Posted 3 months ago
By James Bancroft
Coping with the Loss of a Pet: First Steps Through Grief
Losing a beloved pet is one of the most painful experiences we can face.
Posted 6th August 2025
Posted 3 months ago
By James Bancroft
Normalising Pet Loss in the Workplace: How Employers Can Help
For many people, pets are not just animals — they are family.
Posted 30th July 2025
Posted 3 months ago
By James Bancroft
Why It’s Important to Be With Your Pet During the Euthanasia Process
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the hardest things we ever have to do
Posted 26th July 2025
Posted 3 months ago
By James Bancroft
The Legend of The Rainbow Bridge
For many of us, our pets are far more than animals—they’re companions, confidants, and cherished family members.
Posted 17th July 2025
Posted 3 months ago
By James Bancroft
Supporting Your Pet’s Final Chapter: Try Our Pet Quality of Life Questionnaire
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the hardest decisions any of us will ever face.
Posted 9th July 2025
Posted 4 months ago
By James Bancroft
How To Support Someone Who's Lost A Pet
The death of a beloved pet can be just as heartbreaking as losing a family member. Pets are companions, confidants, and a constant source of unconditional love.
Posted 25th June 2025
Posted 4 months ago
By James Bancroft
Writing a Goodbye Letter to Your Pet: Healing Through Words
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the most emotional experiences we face as animal lovers.
Posted 18th June 2025
Posted 4 months ago
By James Bancroft
Supporting A Grieving Pet
Just like us, dogs can experience grief and mourning after the loss of a companion — whether it’s another pet in the household or a much-loved human.
Posted 11th June 2025
Posted 5 months ago
By James Bancroft
How To Know When It's Time To Say Goodbye
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the most heart-wrenching decisions any owner can face. Our pets are not just animals; they are family, companions, and faithful friends.
Posted 4th June 2025
Posted 5 months ago
By James Bancroft
Do I Have to Use the Cremation Service Offered by My Vets?
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is never easy, and during such an emotional time, it can feel overwhelming to make decisions — especially when they come with paperwork and quick timelines.
Posted 28th May 2025
Posted 5 months ago
By James Bancroft
Our Online Book of Remembrance
We know how incredibly hard it is to say farewell to a beloved pet. The connection we share with our animal companions is one of deep, unconditional love — and their passing leaves a lasting emptiness
Posted 22nd May 2025
Posted 5 months ago
By James Bancroft
Remembering Manchester: Eight Years On
Today marks eight years since the Manchester Arena attack – a moment in time that changed lives forever and left an indelible mark on the heart of our nation.
Posted 21st May 2025
Posted 5 months ago
By James Bancroft
Ways to Remember Your Pet
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is never easy. They’re more than just animals — they’re companions, confidants, and cherished members of the family.
Posted 14th May 2025
Posted 6 months ago
By James Bancroft
The Quiet Guilt of Saying Goodbye: Coping After Euthanising Your Pet
There’s a particular kind of silence that follows the moment you say goodbye to a beloved pet. It's heavy, almost physical, and it lingers in the quiet corners of your home.
Posted 8th May 2025
Posted 6 months ago
By James Bancroft
Honouring VE Day and Our Beloved Animal Heroes
We understand the profound bond between people and their pets—a connection that transcends time, even during the most turbulent chapters in history.
Posted 7th May 2025
Posted 6 months ago
By James Bancroft
The Difference Between Communal and Individual Pet Cremations
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is never easy. At Rainbow Bridge Pet Funerals, we understand the depth of the bond you shared and the importance of a respectful, heartfelt farewell.
Posted 4th May 2025
Posted 6 months ago
By James Bancroft
New Pet Private Ambulance to Enhance Compassionate Care
Rainbow Bridge Pet Funerals is proud to announce the arrival of its new Pet Private Ambulance, a dedicated vehicle designed to provide respectful and dignified transportation for beloved pets.
Posted 30th April 2025
Posted 6 months ago
By James Bancroft
Posted 23rd April 2025
Posted 6 months ago
By James Bancroft
A Gentle Goodbye: Why More Families Are Choosing Home Euthanasia
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the hardest experiences any animal owner can face.
Posted 19th April 2025
Posted 6 months ago
By James Bancroft
Are Your Pet's Microchip Details Up to Date?
When was the last time you checked your pet’s microchip details? If you can’t remember, you’re not alone – many pet owners assume that once a microchip is implanted, the job is done.
Posted 16th April 2025
Posted 6 months ago
By James Bancroft
Smithills Hall Dog Show 2025
Come and see us at Smithills Hall Museum Dog Show on Sunday 11th May 2025.
Posted 16th April 2025
Posted 6 months ago
By James Bancroft
A National Love for Pets
The Rise of Pet Ownership in the UK: A Look at National and Local Trends
Posted 13th April 2025
Posted 7 months ago
By James Bancroft
What to Expect During a Home Euthanasia Visit
We understand that saying goodbye to a much-loved companion is one of the most emotional and difficult moments you’ll ever face.
Posted 9th April 2025
Posted 7 months ago
By James Bancroft
Saying Goodbye: Understanding Pet Cremation
Losing a beloved pet is a heart-wrenching experience, and deciding how to honour their memory can be difficult.
Posted 7th April 2025
Posted 7 months ago
By James Bancroft
Welcome to Our New Website!
We’re very pleased to announce the launch of our brand new website for Rainbow Bridge Pet Funerals.
Posted 5th April 2025
Posted 7 months ago
By James Bancroft
Your Pet. Your Choice!
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the most emotional moments in life. It’s important to know that you have the freedom to make choices based on love, not convenience.