{"id":16401,"date":"2024-01-10T20:17:05","date_gmt":"2024-01-11T02:17:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost:10010\/?p=16401"},"modified":"2024-01-11T06:01:13","modified_gmt":"2024-01-11T12:01:13","slug":"pet-sympathy-cards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/pet-sympathy-cards\/","title":{"rendered":"Pet Sympathy Cards and Messages to Show You Care"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16411 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/framed-photo-of-a-dog-a-collar-and-a-white-lily-on-a-table.jpeg\" alt=\"Pet sympathy cards: framed photo of a dog, a collar, and a lily on a table\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/framed-photo-of-a-dog-a-collar-and-a-white-lily-on-a-table.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/framed-photo-of-a-dog-a-collar-and-a-white-lily-on-a-table-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/framed-photo-of-a-dog-a-collar-and-a-white-lily-on-a-table-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pets are beloved family members for many people, which is why losing a pet is such a painful experience. If you know someone who has recently lost a pet, sending a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pet sympathy card<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can go a long way in letting them know you\u2019re thinking of them during this <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">difficult time<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here, we\u2019re sharing some helpful tips on crafting a thoughtful message along with beautiful <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pet sympathy cards<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you can customize and send now.<\/span><br \/>\n<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><b>What to Say Inside a <\/b><b>Pet Sympathy Card<\/b><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16407\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16407\" style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16407 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Peaceful-Poppies-Card-6.jpg\" alt=\"Pet sympathy cards: Peaceful Poppies Card\" width=\"400\" height=\"465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Peaceful-Poppies-Card-6.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Peaceful-Poppies-Card-6-258x300.jpg 258w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16407\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Signature Greenvelope<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it\u2019s a close <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">loved one<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a colleague, or a neighbor who has lost their pet, sending a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">greeting card<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, like this <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/cards\/peaceful-poppies\/pink\/thinking-of-you\">Peaceful Poppies Card<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with your message can lift their spirits and remind them that they\u2019re not alone. It\u2019s also an opportunity for you to share something you love about their much-missed pet or a fond memory you all share.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s difficult to know what to say when a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pet owner<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is grieving the loss of a beloved <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dog\/cat<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or another furry or non-<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">furry friend<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you\u2019re not sure where to start when writing a<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/condolence-message-to-a-friend\"><strong>condolence<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong> message to a friend<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, use these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pet sympathy card<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> wording ideas to help you find a way to express your support.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Short and Sweet Messages for <\/b><b>Pet Sympathy Cards<\/b><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your message of love and support doesn\u2019t have to be pages long. Often, it\u2019s knowing that you\u2019re there that helps the most. Tell your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">loved one<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">beloved pet<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is in your thoughts with these short and sweet<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/sympathy-message\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>sympathy messages<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that work well inside a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">condolence<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">memorial card<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My sincerest <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">condolences<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the loss of your dear pet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sending you all my love at this <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">difficult time<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m sorry to hear the news about [Pet\u2019s name]. My deepest condolences.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wishing you comfort and peace during this <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">difficult time<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I know how much [Pet\u2019s name] meant to you. I\u2019m sorry for your loss.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">deepest sympathy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the passing of your precious cat. Thinking of you.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sending you a big hug. I know how much your parrot meant to you.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m so sorry about [Pet\u2019s name]. Sending you lots of love.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Losing a pet is never easy. Wishing you love and comfort.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Detailed Messages for <\/b><b>Pet Sympathy Cards<\/b><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you know the recipient and their pet well, now is the perfect opportunity to recount a treasured memory, reflect on the good times together, and keep the pet\u2019s memory alive. Here are some wording examples to inspire you.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It was always such a joy to spend afternoons with you and Benji. I loved going to the farmers market and watching him get all the attention from the vendors! I hope you take comfort in knowing how many people he made smile over the years.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m glad we got to have so many wonderful years with Flopsy. She had such a tough start and you cared for her for so long. She\u2019s up there running around in bunny <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">heaven<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> now, taking care of her friends!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sending you my <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">condolences<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the loss of dear Angus. He was a wonderful dog that will be sorely missed by our family. He made <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dog lovers <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">out of all of us.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019ll never forget all those times Sandy made me laugh and how she never lost that puppy-like energy even into her later life. I\u2019ll cherish those memories forever.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gigi left <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">paw prints<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the sand, snow, and in our hearts. She\u2019ll be missed by us all.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m so sorry to hear about the loss of Max. He was an adorable cat. I know he was unwell for a while, and I hope it\u2019s some comfort to know he\u2019s now at peace.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It was always a joy to visit you and spend time with Poppy. I\u2019ll always remember the way she lit up a room. I\u2019m glad that Darcy is there to give you some comfort and plenty of snuggles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We knew this day would come but it\u2019s no less sad that Peter has crossed the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rainbow bridge<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> into the sky. Sending you lots of love at this time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I know the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">loss of a pet<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like Freddie isn\u2019t easy, but know that I\u2019m here to help with anything you need.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s sad to wave goodbye to a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">furry friend<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like Ziggy but I know he\u2019s lived a long and beautiful life with you.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I can\u2019t believe Hope is no longer with us. She\u2019ll always be remembered for her energy and dislike of the sound of the doorbell! <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thinking of you<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at this time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s time for Buster to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">leave paw prints<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> somewhere new. Sending you all my love at this challenging time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">loss of a dog<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is never easy, but it\u2019s heartwarming to see everyone rally around you in the wake of Tiny\u2019s sad passing. I wish you all the best.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I know a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">new pet<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> could never replace Evelyn, but it\u2019s a comfort to know that the lovely Harry will be there to keep you company.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benson will always be your four-legged <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best friend<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and your love extends beyond this lifetime. He\u2019ll be there waiting for you in the next life with his tail wagging happily.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s no surprise that Lulu has forever created a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">special place<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in our hearts. She was a cat unlike any other we knew. Sending you all our love during this difficult time.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>5 Thoughtful <\/b><b>Pet Sympathy Cards<\/b><b> to Send to a <\/b><b>Loved One<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You know you want to send a kind message, but you need a card design that matches your intentions. Greenvelope offers a beautiful collection of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">condolence cards<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that you can use to share your support.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/sympathy-cards\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>sympathy card<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> design can be personalized, so you can update <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">thinking of you<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cards with a photo of the recipient\u2019s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">beloved pet<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 or change the wording on one of our<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/pet-related\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>pet-related cards<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (like a dog <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday card<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) to make it suit the occasion. You can also change the layout, color palette, and fonts to create your ideal design.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some of our favorite cards that you can customize for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pet condolence<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> messages.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Virtual Hug Card<\/b><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16408\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16408\" style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16408 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Virtual-Hug-Card-5.jpg\" alt=\"Pet sympathy cards: Virtual Hug Card\" width=\"400\" height=\"508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Virtual-Hug-Card-5.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Virtual-Hug-Card-5-236x300.jpg 236w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16408\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Signature Greenvelope<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tell a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">loved one<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that you\u2019re there for them with this<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/cards\/virtual-hug\/silver\/thinking-of-you\"><strong>heart-shaped die-cut<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong> card<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It\u2019s available in gorgeous metallic color options with plenty of space on the reverse to share your personal message.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Our New Addition Card<\/b><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16406\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16406\" style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16406 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Our-New-Addition-Announcement-1.jpg\" alt=\"Our New Addition Announcement\" width=\"400\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Our-New-Addition-Announcement-1.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Our-New-Addition-Announcement-1-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16406\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Milk and Marrow<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although this is styled as a \u201cwelcome to the family\u201d card, this<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/announcements\/our-new-addition\/blue\/pet_related\">minimalist pet-themed card<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be turned into a thoughtful <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cat sympathy card<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a few changes to the wording.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Floral Sentiments Card<\/b><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16404\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16404\" style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16404 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Floral-Sentiments-Card-5.jpg\" alt=\"Floral Sentiments Card\" width=\"400\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Floral-Sentiments-Card-5.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Floral-Sentiments-Card-5-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16404\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Signature Greenvelope<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flowers are a wonderful way to express your sentiments and this <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/cards\/floral-sentiments\">floral-themed sympathy card<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> features an illustration of beautiful blooms. Pair this design with a thoughtful <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pet sympathy card<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> message on the reverse. If the flowers on the card inspire you, order a floral bouquet, potted plant, or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">keepsake <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">terrarium to be sent to the recipient as a<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.womansday.com\/life\/pet-care\/g40600891\/pet-memorial-gift-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>pet memorial gift<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Modern Pet Portrait Card<\/b><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16405\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16405\" style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16405 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Modern-Pet-Portrait-Announcement-1.jpg\" alt=\"Modern Pet Portrait Announcement\" width=\"400\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Modern-Pet-Portrait-Announcement-1.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Modern-Pet-Portrait-Announcement-1-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16405\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Milk and Marrow<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like the cat-themed card featured earlier, this<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/announcements\/modern-pet-portrait\/creme\/pet_related\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>contemporary pet portrait card<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can become a beautiful <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dog sympathy card<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> simply by changing the words. Honor a special pet with their key details and their owner\u2019s favorite photo.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Daydreams Card<\/b><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16402\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16402\" style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16402 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Daydreams-Card-4.jpg\" alt=\"Daydreams Card\" width=\"400\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Daydreams-Card-4.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Daydreams-Card-4-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16402\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Signature Greenvelope<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/cards\/daydreams\/yellow\/thinking-of-you\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>contemporary sympathy card<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> evokes a strong message, reminding the reader to take things one day at a time. This message, paired with the landscape and rising sun, makes it a sweet option for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pet sympathy cards<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Express Your Kindness with <\/b><b>Pet Sympathy Card<\/b><b>s<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sending a personalized <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">greeting card<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">note card<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a lovely way to let someone know you\u2019re thinking of them during the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">loss of a pet.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use this guide to help you craft a message that matches the moment, filled with love, support, and comfort.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it\u2019s time to start designing your card, take a look at our collection of<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/thinking-of-you\"><strong>thinking of you<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong> cards<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. While these designs work for any moment of grief, it\u2019s easy to customize them to add a photo or a pet-appropriate message to honor their beloved pet.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pets are beloved family members for many people, which is why losing a pet is such a painful experience. If you know someone who has recently lost a pet, sending a pet sympathy card can go a long way in letting them know you\u2019re thinking of them during this difficult time. 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