This past November I had the pleasure of being contacted by Claire from
Luxe Pets asking if I would be interested in reviewing their collars. Cody doesn't wear a collar and Dakota's fur is so full and long that you don't even
SEE his collar, but I decided to pop into her website anyway. I am
THRILLED that I did! When I visited the
Luxepets website, what caught my eye immediately was the items that are geared towards Pet Loss. There is a line of Pet Sympathy Gifts that are special and unique.
I remember when my beloved Bobo passed in 2007, the grief, as you all know, was overwhelming. Anyone who has shared their life with a pet for any period of time, knows that when a pet passes, it is devastating.
"Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends leave footprints in your heart."---Eleanor Roosevelt----
When Bobo passed I wanted something to memorialize him, something that would keep his spirit alive in every room. At that time, all I could think of doing was going out and purchasing frames that had slots for multiple photos and I created collages that I hung in virtually every room of our condo. That did, and still
DOES, help.
Each year on Bobo's Gotcha Day, Birthday and the anniversary of his passing, I also want to acknowledge him in a special way, but didn't really have a way of doing that, until now. (
All of the items I am mentioning below, I have received. )
From Luxe Pets:
Losing a pet is often the hardest part of sharing our lives
with one. After the shared joy and unconditional love, the passing of a dog,
cat, or other pet can leave an owner feeling empty and alone. Sometimes the
bond we have with our pets and the immense value they add to our lives is
underestimated. Often we feel our bereavement is not taken as seriously as
other losses in life.
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Luxe Pets lovingly created these candles for cats,
dogs and all animal lovers
who are grieving for their beloved baby.
If you are like me, when someone dear to you loses a beloved pet, there are times you want to do something more than sending a card or flowers. Pet sympathy candles are a most thoughtful and loving alternative.
Luxepet’s “in loving memory” aromatherapy candles hold a
loving message on the cover with a loving prayer/blessing on the underside.
Using a relaxing blend of lavender and tangerine, (you will NOT believe how beautiful the scent is!!!) , this keepsake 2.7oz silver
tin is hand-poured with pure essential oils. Burn time of over 25 hours. This
caring gift is elegantly wrapped in a sheer organza sachet. Gift enclosure card
included.
Sending a gift of a candle is something that would be long appreciated. You can send it or Luxe Pets can send it for you!! ****Candles may also be personalized with the pet's name.
From Luxe Pets:
Essential Oils Glossary
Lavender is one of the most calming essential oils. Incombination with soothing
Tangerine, this is a peaceful aroma to reduce stress. The essential oils in our
aromatherapy candles are harvested at their peak to ensure purity, freshness
and environmental sanctity.
The Luxepets In Loving Memory
Pet Lovers Cat Candle Kit
is a gift specially designed to
address the needs of the grieving pet owner and provide a loving gift of
support and caring for someone close to you, a gentle way to help them heal and
keep their pet’s spirit close to their heart,always and forever.
This remembrance kit contains the following:
Keepsake sachet Made of iridescent satin with a lovingly
hand-embroidered floral pattern, this keepsake bag provides a safe resting
place for a collar, ID tag, small toy and other precious mementos. This kit is also available geared towards dog owners.
Healing memorial candle blessing for cat owner
Light this comforting candle made of pure essential oils in remembrance of your
pet. Hand poured and scented gently with healing lavender and tangerine, this
soothing candle is graced with a pet blessing.
Companion remembrance cards
This set of 3 note cards is
a meaningful component to the healing process and serves as a record of some of your
pet’s favorite things. Keep one in remembrance and share the rest with those
closest to you.
Remembrance gift enclosure card
A simple heartfelt card
expresses thoughts in a loving way.
Keepsake photo frame
Printed on high quality card
stock, this memorial photo frame holds up to a 3×3 photo of your pet.
The Story Behind Luxepets:
It is no surprise that Claire has a special sensitivity towards helping people gain peace from a beloved pet's passing. Luxepets was created to honor the memory of Claire's dog, Sophie. "Sophie was a great teacher. Through all of life’s peaks and
valleys, she was a gentle reminder of the simpler things that mattered. When
the time came for her time on earth to end, it was filled with peace, grace and
many tears. Claire commemorated Sophie’s life with friends, each one sharing
memories of how Sophie affected them and how she inspired them to get a pet of
their own. Through Sophie’s passing, Claire transferred her sadness and
creative passion into creating a line of exclusive luxury
keepsakes to cherish, celebrate and commemorate a pet’s impact on our lives.
Luxepets was born."
Claire has volunteered for local animal rescue groups. She has
committed a portion of all proceeds from Luxepets to be donated to various
animal charities.While spending most of her life in California, Claire
received a B.S. from California Polytechnic State University, with a
concentration in graphic design and a Masters in Spiritual Psychology from
University of Santa Monica, Grief Recovery Certification, Reiki I & II
certification, Animal Reiki I & II certification and Group Grief
Bereavement Certification. She currently resides in Los Angeles, California with her
daughter Kayman, and her pups Lulu, and Lucy. To learn more about Claire, visit her About Us page.
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Claire's warm and loving nature was evident the second we first connected via email. I couldn't be more thrilled with the items that I received, and couldn't wait to share them with all of you!!! These Pet Sympathy gifts would make a thoughtful gift during the holiday season and all throughout the year. A truly touching way to show someone how deeply you care and understand their pain.
GIVE-AWAY! Claire is offering my readers who are 18 and over and who reside in the U.S. and/or Canada the chance to win. THERE WILL BE TWO WINNERS. One winner will receive the Pet Sympathy Kit (can specify cat or dog, an approx. $32 value), the other winner will win a In Loving Memory Candle (cat, dog or personalized. An approx $17 value.) Entering is easy, just enter on the rafflecopter below!! GOOD LUCK!!
a Rafflecopter giveaway
In full disclosure: I received the products featured above and a small fee for writing the review/administering the give-away. Cat Chat With Caren and Cody only shares information about products that we have used, currently use, or would consider using, and those products that we feel are relevant to our readers.
