Paws Over The Rainbow

08/05/2025

Today marks the 80th anniversary of VE day. Many brave men, women and animals gave their lives to help bring an end to the Second World War. We are forever grateful.

Wojtek the bear was one of many remarkable animal wartime heroes. He served alongside Polish soldiers during World War II. His artillery adopted him as a cub after hunters had made him an orphan. He grew up to help carry ammunition and boost morale. His bravery and companionship earned him a place in history, and it is just another example of the extraordinary bond between animals and humans, that we all know so well.

After the war ended Wojtek was given a home at Edinburgh zoo where he lived until 1963. There are monuments in both London, Edinburgh and Dun to remember this special bear.

02/05/2025

It may be bank holiday weekend but we understand that pets might still need our help so we are here at no additional cost.

If you need us, get in touch on 0794 207 7180

If speaking on the phone is too upsetting, feel free to text or WhatsApp us – or email us on: [email protected]

For urgent enquiries please call or text.

www.pawsovertherainbow.co.uk

02/05/2025

Saying goodbye is an emotional time and it can be hard to absorb all the information or even remember to ask questions. That’s why we’ve put together a collection of frequently asked questions about our home visits that we hope will help 💜🧡🩷

We understand that saying goodbye to a beloved pet is an emotional time. It can be hard to absorb all the information or even remember to ask questions. That’s why we’ve put together this collection of frequently asked questions about our home visits that we hope will help.

28/04/2025

There are so many lovely ways to remember our beloved pets and keep their memory alive 💜🧡🩷

We had the privilege to help the lovely Archie pass over the rainbow and his mummy shared the ways that she is keeping his memory alive.

Firstly, she has had a beautiful tattoo made, so Archie is always near. Secondly, they have set up a ball stall at Archie's favourite beach for other dogs to have a good game of fetch in Archie's memory.

Our pets are such a big part of our family, it is beautiful when we can remember the happy times.

28/04/2025

On Saturday, we held our very first Memorial Walk, beautifully led by the wonderful Amy and Peta 💜🧡🩷

Since this was a brand-new experience for us, Peta and Amy were a little worried they might end up walking alone if no one came. Thankfully, we had a fantastic turnout, with plenty of two- and four-legged friends joining us. We even had the delightful coincidence of meeting not one, but two dogs named Mabel! 🩷🩷

Thank you so much to everyone who attended!

Amy and Peta had a lovely time reminiscing with everyone who came along, and they’re already looking forward to hosting the next walk in June. Details about the date and location will be shared soon, so stay tuned!

If you joined us on Saturday and have any feedback to share, we’d love to hear from you. We’ve already thought of some small tweaks to make the next walk even more special.

Sharing memories of our beloved pets and talking about them can be a comforting way to ease feelings of loss and loneliness. Our Memorial Walks aim to provide a safe and welcoming space for just that.

25/04/2025

🐾🌿 Looking Forward to Our Pet Memorial Walk 🌿🐾

We will be meeting by the locomotive next to the car park at 10am for a 10:30am start.

Car Parking is free. The walk will be about 30 minutes at a pace to accommodate everyone. Please wear weather appropriate foot wear and clothes. There is a café on site if anyone would like a brew and cake afterwards.

Let's walk, remember, and celebrate the love.
We hope to see you there 🩷🩷🩷

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24/04/2025

"No time on earth is long enough to share with the animals we love, or prepare our hearts to say goodbye!” 💜🧡🩷
– Unknown

23/04/2025

Will you be joining us on our first Pet Memorial Walk 💜🧡🩷

Saturday – 26 April 2025
10am for 10.30am start
East Carlton Park – Market Harborough

The lovely Amy Bird and Peta Harris will be on hand to make sure everyone feels welcome and will lead the walk. They are both experienced qualified veterinary nurses with a passion for end-of-life care and an understanding of the grief caused by losing a pet.

All are welcome – whether you’re remembering a pet or supporting friends who are.

For more information, visit our website...
https://pawsovertherainbow.co.uk/2025/04/04/our-first-pet-memorial-walk/

22/04/2025

At Paws Over The Rainbow we want to make families aware of the choices they have, when it is time to say goodbye to their beloved pets.

Sadly, many families do not know it is possible for their pet to have their last moments in their own home surrounded by the people who love them and with no time constraint from the vet that is visiting.

Tine therefore had a stall at a pet event over Easter to raise awareness of our services and talk to pet owners about our services 💜🧡🩷 We have a few similar events planned for over the summer.

We are so thankful for anyone who recommends our services to others either by word-of-mouth or on social media. We hope with time it will be common knowledge that home euthanasia is an option at such a sad time.

19/04/2025

Our promise to you...

We will always treat your pet with the utmost care and respect. We are here to help you say goodbye to your beloved pet in their own surroundings, and we want to make that as peaceful and dignified as possible. We care passionately about animals and their owners 💜🧡🩷

17/04/2025

Join us for our first Pet Memorial Walk 💜🧡🩷

Saturday – 26 April 2025
10am for 10.30am start
East Carlton Park – Market Harborough

We invite you to honour the beloved pets who have touched our lives.

Bring a photo, share a memory, or simply walk with us in loving remembrance. It’s a day to celebrate their unconditional love, cherish the joy they brought into our lives, and find comfort in a community that understands.

All are welcome – whether you’re remembering a pet or supporting friends who are.

For more information, please visit our website...
https://pawsovertherainbow.co.uk/2025/04/04/our-first-pet-memorial-walk/

14/04/2025

What to Expect 💜🧡🩷

🟧 We will never rush you and will take time to explain the procedure and any concerns you may have.

🟧 A vet will come to your house at an agreed time.

🟧 If you need some assurance you are taking the right decision, the vet will start out by examining your pet. If you know euthanasia is the right decision, however, this is not necessary. Instead we will interact and bond with your pet to make them comfortable in our company.

🟧 There will be a brief form to go through, where you consent to the humane euthanasia and specify your choice for aftercare. When your pet has crossed the rainbow bridge you can choose to bury or arrange cremation for your pet yourself or Paws Over the Rainbow can help if you would like your pet individually cremated - we work closely with independent crematorium, Kings Hill Cremations

🟧 When everyone feels ready, the vet will administer a sedative injection under the skin that will make your pet fall into a deep sleep. It normally takes 5-10 minutes for the injection to take effect. When your pet is asleep the vet administers the final injection, which is an overdose of anaesthetic, which will make your pet pass away peacefully and pain free.

🟧 We are always happy to speak to you before the visit if you have any questions, would like more details on the process or if you have an anxious or reactive pet that might benefit from some calming medication before the visit.

🟧 In the days following your pet's euthanasia you might experience feelings of sadness, guilt, shock, and even depression. It is completely normal to feel these emotions and you can always give us a call and talk to us about it. There are also many online resources available to help with the grief of pet loss, such as Compassion Understood and Blue Cross UK.