6 Heart-warming dog memorial gift ideas

Through life’s ups and downs, dogs bring us happiness, understanding and unconditional love. They’re always by our side, and truly are members of the family. 

Remembering our four-legged friends when they pass is a natural part of grieving. We've made a list of ways to pay tribute and memorialise the dogs who are no longer with us. Whether your pet recently passed, or you know someone whose dog has, we hope you can find a gift or memorial idea to keep their love going.

Plant a remembrance tree or flower to honour your dog

Planting a tree or flower in your garden to memorialise your pet's life will give you a heart-warming daily reminder of your memories spent together. Whether they had a favourite spot in your garden or a place they enjoyed digging around in, choose a special location outside to plant something new.

Evergreen shrubs like Bottlebrush or Camellias are a great choice, especially in winter when their fresh green foliage and distinctive shapes are a welcome sight and reminder of your four-legged friend.

Create a memorial photo album

A creative way to remember the life of your pet is by purchasing a plain photo album and filling it with the most precious items and images from your dog’s life. 

You can include dog tags, images, souvenir moments from trips, and your dog’s various accolades and certificates. An album is great way to look back on your life together and remember all the adventures you shared.
 

Donate in their memory

Whether you wish to remember a dog-lover or a beloved dog, supporting a charity in their memory is an amazing way to keep that love going.

We have a dedicated page where you can donate in the memory of your best friend. If would like to donate you can visit our In Memory page:

Make or buy a memory box

Creating your own memory box is a cheap and easy way to compile all your favourite memories in one place — and it's great for children to get involved with too. Gather photographs, dog toys, blankets, and other keepsake items to place into a box and to help with the grieving process.

Create a memory quilt

Handmade memory quilts are a wonderfully personal way to remember your pet using a collection of your favourite images. A whiz with a sewing machine will be able to create one for you, but there are plenty available online if you would prefer this instead.