Edinburgh and Lothian Pet Crematorium

17/07/2025

Hi everyone

Just wanted to give a wee update on where I am at.

Sadly, I’ve been unable to secure a small piece of land to relocate to. I did find the ideal place near to Aberlady, a couple of weeks ago. Unfortunately, it got sold between me viewing it, and going home to make an offer! It was absolutely perfect as well.

I’m just putting the feelers out at the moment to try and gauge what your thoughts would be should I go down the renting of an industrial unit? I know that it’s definitely far from ideal, but if I’ve to keep this much needed service going, I’m going to have to come up with a plan B. Let me have your thoughts, and I honestly won’t be offended by any that you put forward. I’d rather know before investing everything into this, to find out that it’s just not what pet owners would consider.

I’ve given this a lot of thought and the fact that I have an elderly dog. I had to conclude that as my choice would be very limited, then I may have to go to an industrial estate based one. And… not that I’m saying anything is wrong with that, I’ve just been spoiled by my previous location and the peaceful surroundings it lay in.

Also, if anyone has any other ideas, or knows of something that might be available, please let me know. I’m open to investigating anything. I did look at the piece of land at Ormiston (Pddle Wood) but this has so many stipulations attached, it wasn’t viable. I’m also going to get in touch with East Lothian Council, just in case they might have a spare wee piece of land somewhere.

As I say, I’m open to suggestions and very much still searching at this end

08/05/2025

Announcement

Sadly the time has come for the pet crematorium to close. My last day being Saturday 10th May.

I have been unsuccessful in finding somewhere to relocate to - but still on the hunt! Hopefully this closure will only be temporary, and I can re-open at a future date.

If anyone knows of anywhere, please feel free to message me. It would be very much appreciated.

I’d like to thank everyone who allowed, and trusted me to send their precious furbies on their final journey 🌈 it was an absolute privilege to be chosen ❤️🌈x

I will update this page, if I find a new location, and keep everyone posted

31/12/2024

Remembering all off our furry family

In fields of gold, where rainbows bend,
We walk together, my faithful friend.
Your gentle pawprints mark the way,
But now it's time for you to stray.

Through tear-filled eyes, I see you go,
To where the golden rivers flow.
A bridge of light, a path so clear,
Where pain and age no longer sear.

Though my heart breaks, I'll let you fly,
To chase the stars across the sky.
For in that realm, you'll find your peace,
Where all your pains and worries cease.

So run, dear friend, run free and wild,
In lands where dreams and love compile.
Though you depart, our bond remains,
In whispered echoes, soft refrains.

Goodbye, sweet soul, my cherished guide,
Across the rainbow bridge, you glide.
Until we meet again one day,
In fields of gold, we'll find our way.

17/05/2024

Hi everyone

I just wanted to post a wee update with regards to the speculation that I am closed, or closing.

Due to circumstances (of which many off you will know) and the property being jointly owned, it now has to go on the market.

I don’t anticipate that this will sell quickly, and I’ll hopefully be here for a good long time to come.

I have been looking for a wee bit land for a good few years now, to move the pet crematorium to. I’ve had no success, but will continue to be on the lookout. I could move to an industrial site unit, but this is definitely not for me, or pet owners. It’s just not what I set out to do and not appropriate for this type of business (I don’t think?)

Anyway, please feel free to share this on any of your pet forums, and I appreciate each and every single pet owner who have come to me. I will continue to provide the best service and support that I can - for as long as I can. 🐾 🐶 🐈 🐹 🐦 🐍 🌈 ❤️xx

15/01/2024

This is what grief is.
A hole ripped through the very fabric of your being.
The hole eventually heals along the jagged edges that remain. It may even shrink in size.
But that hole will always be there.
A piece of you always missing.
For where there is deep grief, there was great love.
Don’t be ashamed of your grief.
Don’t judge it.
Don’t suppress it.
Don’t rush it.
Rather, acknowledge it.
Lean into it.
Listen to it.
Feel it.
Sit with it.
Sit with the pain. And remember the love.
This is where the healing will begin. Also read and see more photos: https://samsungspec.com/the-heartwarming-story-of-a-man-taking-his-beloved-dog-on-a-final-adventure-together/

Credit goes to author🫰

09/10/2023

05/07/2023

03/04/2023

Today I had the honour of sending the iconic little film star – Greyfriars Bobby on his final journey to the Rainbow Bridge. There was so much to hear about this wee chap’s journey that I thought I’d share it with everyone.

Bobby, the Skye Terrier, was initially a stray dog who went on to find fame when he played the part of “Greyfriars Bobby” in the Walt Disney 1961 film. After the film was released, Bobby went on to raise thousands of pounds for charity through a string of special appearances.

Bobby was gifted to Chief Constable William Merrilees by Walt Disney as a thanks for all the help that Mr Merrilees had provided with film production.

From 1963, Bobby lived in Morningside, Edinburgh, with Chief Inspector John Turner and his family until Bobby’s death in 1974. His body was laid to rest at Mr Merrilees former home in Dolphinton, South Lanarkshire.

After learning that the Dolphinton site was set to be bulldozed and that Bobby’s gravestone and memorial statue had been sold off by the landowner, John Turner’s nephew, David Hunter, led the search to find Bobby’s grave. David was assisted by Paul Aitken, George Gordon and Paul Macdonald, to ensure that his remains would be found and treated with the respect that they deserved. After nearly 2 years of searching through trees and woodland, Bobby’s grave was located, and his tiny coffin finally uncovered.

David has vivid childhood memories of Bobby, and was motivated to search for Bobby’s final resting place so that he could tell his grandchildren that Bobby hadn’t been forgotten.

David approached me and asked if I would be able to carry out Bobby’s cremation. Without hesitation, I said yes. Not least of all to give this wee dog the final send off that he deserved, but to help his family ensure that his life and story would be remembered forever.

A special casket made from the wood of an old tree at Greyfriars Kirkyard will hold his ashes. The casket will be on display inside the church from this Summer, which will allow all those who loved the film, to pay their respects to Wee Bobby.

18/03/2023

I said goodbye to my wee man Patch this week. He was recently diagnosed with congestive heart failure. I feel like he was taken too soon, but I know that even if we’d had years more together it still wouldn’t have been long enough 🥺

Thankfully I was able to send him on the last part of his journey with the help of the amazing Rhoda at Edinburgh and Lothian Pet Crematorium. If you haven’t met Rhoda I can tell you that there’s no one kinder or more understanding. I highly recommend you consider her services as part of your pet’s final journey. Patch was back with me within an hour, beautifully presented, and it was such a comfort to know that he was never on his own.

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08/01/2023

To all the lovely people who have been to me - I’m sure you will recognise this. Such a lovely memory for me to treasure❤️🌈. Thanks you so much Drifthousesbyamy. You are so talented x