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YOUR PET'S AFTER-LIFE JOURNEY

A GENTLE RETURN TO NATURE

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From the moment of passing to cremation and returning home, your pet’s journey is one of profound care, respect, and dignity that is designed to provide a gentle return to nature.

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MAKE

CONTACT

We gather your details and your pet’s information so we can understand your wishes and requests, and prepare for your pet’s arrival.

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ARRIVAL &

RESTING

Whether we collect your pet from your vet clinic or home, or you choose to bring them to us, they are gently welcomed into our care and laid to rest in soft blankets with their belongings.

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MEMORABILIA & CREMATION

We take paw prints, fur clippings and any other special requests you may have like nose prints, paw casts, photographs and other important keepsakes.

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READY FOR

HOME

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You will be contacted by your vet clinic or us when your pet's ashes, personal belongings and memorabilia are ready to be collected or personally delivered by us to your home.​

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YOUR PET'S END-OF-LIFE CARE

ONE OF LIFE'S GREAT MERCIES IS A GENTLE PASSING AT HOME 

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Spend your last moments together in their favourite spot - a sunny patch on the floor, their favourite rug, nestled into cushions or on your lap.  

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REACH OUT TO DISCUSS 'ONE MORE DAY'

Our clients feel a sense of relief from talking with us about 'just one more day'. We offer reassurance and support through clinial knowledge and compassionate understanding.

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PUT IN PLACE FLEXIBLE OR FIXED ARRANGEMENTS

We work with you to agree a flexible timeframe. Having a general idea of when provides a sense of calm and ensures we are available when 'one more day' becomes "today."

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EXPERIENCE A QUIET AND GENTLE PASSING AT HOME

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Our clients report a sense of peace and closure from a goodbye on their terms - no rush, no waiting room, and no need to hide their grief in a public space. 

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HAVING A PLAN IS PEACE OF MIND

LOVE IS BEING ABLE TO LET GO WHEN THE TIME IS RIGHT

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Making a plan for 'what if' when heading away on holiday, or when caring for an unwell or aging beloved pet, creates calm among the uncertainty.

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REASSURANCE & SUPPORT

 

Leaving a pet in the care of others, or caring for a pet when they are elderly or unwell can impact your peace of mind.

 

Having a plan in place ensures if the unexpected happens, your wishes will be honoured, and your pet will be cared for.

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EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES

Your plan will be deeply personal, flexible and reflect your arrangements if you are not able to be reached.

 

Your personal plan may include end-of-life and after-life arrangements and ensures you  have keepsakes like paw or nose prints and fur clippings.

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PEACE-OF-MIND

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Once your plan is registered with us, you can focus on spending time, and making memories, with your beloved furry, fluffy, feathery or scaly family member.  And you can take that well-deserved holiday with peace-of-mind.

GET IN TOUCH

Whether you're wanting to farewell your pet in a particular way, searching for a special keepsake, seeking advice, or wanting to share feedback or suggestions, we would love to hear from you.

Email us: hello@gentlewaters.co.nz

Phone us: 022 400 4000

Visit us (by appointment only)

1/44 Curries Road, CHRISTCHURCH

Monday - Friday: 8am to 3pm

Weekends & Public Holidays: 10am - 12pm

We do our best to be available for short-notice appointments, though this isn't always possible. When we can, we gently encourage making arrangements early so everything can be planned with care and without added stress or urgency.

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