What Others are Saying about
ClayPaws® Kits and VeterinaryWisdomforPetParents.com
"I just recently lost my cat (Little Girl) after 17 and a half years. My husband and daughter took her in for her final moments. I was totally heart-broken. My grandson asked me about her ashes and it was right then and there I decided to get them. But the day we went and picked her up was so final that I stayed in the truck while my husband got Little Girl's ashes. When he came out and gave me the ashes, he said 'Look honey, what they did for you' and showed me the ClayPaws® print. I was totally overwhelmed, not only with the loss, but with the fact that I had her little paw print for the rest of my life.
That print is the best thing I could ask for. And I want to thank you for such a wonderful idea. I hope you never stop making these for pet lovers. I still have two more animals and they are up there in age. When their time comes, I am getting their prints, too. Thank you so very much."
Terena Wirth, Pet Parent
"An update on my new tough-cat, Buddy... I want you to know I try to put into practice that which I have learned from your site, as well as from the animal behaviorists you have referred me to, and we are making progress!"
Midge Ruhl, Pet Parent
"I am not a veterinarian, I am just a client. I have purchased numerous ClayPaws® kits for myself and gifts. I have spoken to Laurel Lagoni and several employees. If I had any questions or concerns they were taken care of immediately, in a warm and friendly attitude.The employees at World by the Tail are absolutely wonderful. They know our pets are our children, spoiled and pampered. The employees think outside the box to take care of their clients' needs."
Carol Dodson, Pet Parent
"I was so touched to receive my ClayPaws® print and it was very endearing because I loved my dog so much. This is a beautiful keepsake I will have forever and it warms my heart."
Eileen Teufel, Pet Parent to Cassie
"I recently discovered the Vet Wisdom Café blog and am thoroughly enjoying my visits there."
Ingrid King, former vet hospital manager and author
"The day after Bailey was euthanized at my home, I saw the paw print my vet had made on the kitchen counter. Some of her hair was stuck in the clay. I was blown away.
As I placed the mold into the oven, a tear of mine dropped onto the mold. When I took the paw print out of the oven, my tear had become a white splatter of salt. I cherish her paw print.
After about three month, I decided I wanted her very own paw print on my body. I took photos and inverted them and interviewd many artists. I don't know how to describe how helpful my permanent paw print is... she is part of me forever. I love when people, especially children, ask 'what's that?' 'My best friend,' If I had not had her paw print, none of this would have happened. I am forever grateful."
Kris Wood, Pet Parent of Bailey
"Just wanted to say 'Thank You' to the person who created your product. On May 13, 2009, I decided to have my 'baby' euthanized after twelve wonderful years with her. She was a rescue dog and truly my guardian from the moment I met her in the pound. She saw me through everything, both good and bad.
After a peaceful death, the vet pulled a ClayPaws® kit from his bag and went to work creating a lasting memento of my girl. I was truly amazed that someone had thought of doing such a wonderful thing. Now, I have something more than pictures and my memories. I can still hold her paw!
Thank you for realizing that animals are part of the family. I am forever grateful to your company."
Andrea, Pet Parent
"We received the items ordered from your company. First, it helped our aching hearts to know that you give meaningful work to the disabled. There will be many stars in your crown. Additionally, we are very happy with the products you sent. They are well made and will preserve and protect our 'Precious' memories. Thank for all your kind, helpful services."
Carmen Wood, Pet Parent of Precious
"Thank you for creating the ClayPaws® kit. It's a very special day for me as I bake this print."
Martha and Glen, Pet Parents
"On Christmas Eve, I had to put my soul mate down - Raleigh, my 12 year
old Dalmation. My veterinarian and staff made an excruciatingly painful experience much easier by their compassion, kindness and thoughtfulness.
It could have been a much more difficult day for me.
As I was leaving, the tech brought me Raleigh's collar, and handed me something. I didn't know what it was until she told me that she had made an imprint of Raleigh's paw for me in clay, and told me to bake it, but that the instructions were on the enclosed card.
There will never be enough words for me to tell you what that simple gesture meant to me. Not only that my vet's office realizes and has these kits available, but that you offer this product. There will never be enough words to express my love for Raleigh, but I cannot believe that I am fortunate enough to have her paw print forever, because of this wonderful, wonderful product.
Thank you from the bottom of my broken heart. Your ClayPaws® print has helped me through a moment in time that will last a lifetime."
"My vet made me one of your ClayPaws® prints for my beloved greyhound Apollo when he had to be laid to rest and it has been so wonderful to sit and touch where his paw was, and how wonderful it is to have that 'piece of him'."
"I just wanted to say thank you for creating the ClayPaws® print kits. Even though we have lost our beloved pet, due to a terrible accident that took his life, we will always cherish our reminder of him with the ClayPaws® print that our vet gave us. My eight year old daughter is forever grateful that she has this momento to help her get through the grief process of her best friend, Dylan. Thank you!"
"Every once in a while you'll meet someone who you'll never forget and who has certainly changed your life. On May 22, 2006, I lost my beloved kitty and best friend, Barney. The death was sudden and so unexpected that I was left overwhelmed with a gamut of emotions including incredible sadness, guilt, and loneliness. My vet referred my to World by the Tail, Inc. and the counseling sessions were a godsend. With the assistance of Dana Durrance, I was able to withstand one of the darkest periods of my life. Dana's expertise and empathy gave me comfort to make it through the day and the coping skills to make it through my tomorrows. As I continue through the grieving process, I remember her words of encouragement, validation, and essentially hope. In sum, I am eternally grateful to Dana and World by the Tail, Inc. for being there."
"Your website was truly oxygen to me. I felt like I was suffocating in my
grief. I liked your website the best out of the other ones I found. I will tell
my vet and my friends that your site is out there. I am so glad your website
is there. Thanks again!"
"I just wanted to thank you for having the ClayPaws® memorials. I just lost my little ferret three weeks ago and had him cremated. The veterinary
hospital asked if I wanted them to save the paw print in a ClayPaws® kit. I hadn't really heard of it but thought it was a great idea. I just picked up his cremains today and his tiny footprints in the clay. Now that clay print is the most cherished memory that I have. I will always miss my sweet Raymond, but feel a sense of his presence with his paw print on my shelf next to his urn. Thank you so much for the feeling of 'having a part of Raymond still with me'. I can't begin to explain that comfort. Thank you again."
Jenny T., Pet Parent
"I just want you to know how grateful I am to have such a wonderful memorial for my precious cat."
"I just wanted to send you a quick note to tell you I really appreciate your company. I had to put my 12 year old lab down on Tuesday due to cancer. My vet gave me the impression of her paw. What a lovely permanent reminder I will have of my wonderful, sweet dog. She will be missed terribly, but because of your product, I have a precious memento that I will treasure forever."
Michele Z., Pet Parent
"I wanted to let you know how much our ClayPaws® prints have meant to us. Satin, our first of two litter mate sisters passed away July 2004 from cancer. Her sister Silkie passed away in February 2005 also from cancer. Both veterinary hospitals that treated our girls offered us the chance to forever capture additional memories of the "girls" by using your ClayPaws® kits to do their paw prints. It has meant the world to us! Thanks again for your product. We wouldn't trade our ClayPaws® prints for anything."
Linda and Ron F., Pet Parents
“Just wanted to take a moment to say thank you for the ClayPaws® kit. We are in California and have just recently lost our sweet 16 ½ year old dog, Buddy. Before he left us our vet was able to make an impression of his paw using your product. Thank you for the memories. We were doubly touched to know that you hire developmentally disabled persons and that you are located in Fort Collins . Hit home with us as I work with the handicapped and my daughter was a student at CSU. We are touched by your product and wish your business a lot of success. Thank you.”
Anne S., Pet Parent
"Thank you for creating ClayPaws® paw prints! We've lost two wonderful little poodles in the last six months. Their paw print plaques are nice, positive reminders of our beloved little buddies."
Grace C., Pet Parent
“Thank you very much! The ClayPaws® print is a wonderful item. I took mine to work and it's on my desk. I've gotten a lot of compliments on it and have given your number out to several people.”
Collette M., Pet Parent
“Our vet provided a paw print of our Casey when we had to have him put down. We think it was a wonderful gesture and wanted you all to know what a good idea you have. Thanks!”
Jim and Kathy, Pet Parents
“I just wanted to write a brief note to thank you and your staff. Today, Sunday September 7, 2003, I had to take my black lab named Jack into the State University Animal Hospital to be euthanized. He fought a very tough battle with lymphoma. I was blessed with Jack eight years ago and my life will never be the same without him. Jack and I went everywhere together. Today was the toughest thing that I have ever had to do in thirty-two years. I had to have my best friend put to sleep and to say good-bye to him. After everything was over with, the doctor took him out of the room for a few minutes to transfer him into a box so that I could take him home. The doctor brought Jack back out to me along with this wonderful surprise, a ClayPaws® print from Jack. I can't thank you and your staff enough for this. I will always cherish Jack's paw print. Thank you.”
William S., Pet Parent
“I want to thank you for offering such a unique idea as the ClayPaws® kits through veterinarians. I had to put my cat Angel of 20 years to sleep due to kidney failure. It was at that moment that I realized I hardly had pictures of her. Having the ClayPaws® print done right after she was put to sleep meant so much to me. It is such a sentimental and tangible item that I can look at and remember her by. Thank you for a wonderful, heartfelt idea. I'll cherish it forever.”
Patricia M., Pet Parent
“Why couldn't I think of this?!! Great imagination! All the best.”
Judy S., Pet Parent
“I wanted to write and say thank you for such a novel idea with your ClayPaws® kits. My husband and I yesterday made the most difficult decision of our lives to put our beloved four-year-old cat Jake to sleep after a three month battle with hepatic lipidosis. Before the veterinarian made the injection, she walked back in the examining room with an impression of his paw for us. I was so moved. I plan on ordering one for our cat at home, our new kitten when we get one, and all of my family members who have cats whom I know will cherish this idea. Thanks again!”
Jennifer S., Pet Parent
