Losing a pet is one of the hardest things any family can face. For those of us who see our dogs as true companions — part of our daily routines, our adventures, and even our work — the final goodbye feels almost impossible.
When my beloved dog, Nixon, passed away last week while staying with my mother in Austin, I was hundreds of miles away in Washington, D.C. I wasn’t there to comfort him in his last moments, but I was determined to make sure his passing was handled with the same love he gave me for nearly 15 years.
Within minutes of contacting Stardust Pet Cremations, I received a message back from Oscar, who gently guided me through every step. He explained the process clearly and arranged for pickup within just a few hours.
When Stardust’s team arrived at my mother’s home, they didn’t just come to do a job — they came with compassion. They brought her a small bouquet of flowers, wrapped Nixon carefully in a blanket, and treated him with dignity as they carried him to their vehicle…