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Pet Memorial Ceremonies
With deep honor and compassion, Nature’s Embrace provides heartfelt ceremonies to honor the ashes of beloved pet companions who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge.
We understand the unconditional love, joy, and companionship our pets bring into our lives. At Nature’s Embrace, we recognize that they are not “just pets,” but cherished family members whose memory deserves to be celebrated with dignity and care.
Our memorial ceremonies are designed to offer comfort, healing, and a lasting tribute. Whether it's our Beach Ceremony or our Ocean Ceremony in the breathtaking shores of the Sea of Cortez in Mexico, each ceremony is conducted with the utmost integrity, respect, and love.
We are honored to serve as the vessel that returns your companion’s ashes to the embrace of nature — allowing their spirit to continue its journey in the circle of life. Every ceremony includes a moment of silence in their honor, followed by our send-off poem:
“Now that your ashes have become one with nature, your circle of life is complete and has come to an end, yet you have found a new beginning.”
Majestic Sea of Cortez
Our Oceanic Pet Memorial Ceremonies take place in the breathtaking Sea of Cortez, also known as the Gulf of California, along the shores of Sonora, Mexico.
This region is celebrated for its rich marine life and stunning landscapes. During ceremonies, it is not uncommon to see dolphins, sea lions, and other wildlife gracing the waters — a reminder of the beauty and continuity of nature. The area is also home to Bahia la Cholla’s tidal pools and the dunes that line its sandy beaches, offering a truly unique and tranquil setting.
Families may choose between two options:
- A Beach Ceremony — surrounded by the soothing rhythm of waves meeting the shore.
- An Ocean Ceremony — where ashes are gently embraced by the open sea against the endless horizon.
The Sea of Cortez provides a serene and sacred environment to honor beloved companions. With dignity, compassion, and professionalism, we ensure each farewell is a meaningful tribute to the love and joy pets have brought into our lives.
Beach Ceremony
Ocean Ceremony
Ocean Ceremony
Our Majestic Beach Ceremony takes place in a private and discreet location along the tranquil shores of the Sea of Cortez.
In this sacred setting, your pet’s ashes are gently placed upon the sand with dignity and respect. The ceremony space is adorned with fresh flowers, rose petals, and a personalized seashell created in honor of your beloved companion.
As part of our signature ritual, the ashes are arranged in a heart-shaped design, symbolizing eternal love and connection. With the sun setting against the horizon and the sound of waves creating a natural symphony, the ceremony unfolds in perfect harmony with nature.
The ocean itself becomes the vessel of remembrance — as the tide rises, the waves tenderly embrace the ashes, carrying them into the sea to continue their eternal journey in the circle of life.
To conclude, we honor your pet with a moment of silence and our send-off poem, creating a timeless farewell. Families may choose to leave the personalized seashell at the site as part of the tribute or have it returned as a cherished keepsake.
Photography and video options are available to preserve this moment forever.
Ocean Ceremony
Ocean Ceremony
Ocean Ceremony
Our Ocean Ceremony takes you several miles into the stunning open waters of the Sea of Cortez aboard our private vessel.
In this sacred tribute, your pet’s ashes are placed inside a biodegradable heart-shaped urn, adorned with a delicate corsage of fresh flowers. A large wreath of vibrant blooms accompanies the urn, symbolizing eternal love and remembrance.
When the moment of introduction arrives, the wreath is gently set upon the ocean, with the heart-shaped urn placed at its center. Families are then invited to scatter rose petals across the water, enhancing the beauty and reverence of the ceremony.
As the urn and wreath float together, nature receives your beloved companion with grace. It is not uncommon for dolphins or other marine life to appear nearby — a breathtaking reminder of the interconnectedness of all life.
To conclude, we honor your pet with a moment of silence and our send-off poem, sealing the ceremony in love and respect. The personalized seashell may be left at sea with your companion or returned to you as a cherished keepsake.
Photography and video options are available upon request to preserve this unforgettable farewell.
The Experience
Ocean Ceremony
The Experience
Once we receive your pet’s ashes, we begin a scenic drive toward the breathtaking Sea of Cortez, setting the tone for a sacred and unforgettable farewell. Along the way, you’ll pass through landscapes that showcase the natural wonder of the Southwest, including:
- Lush forests that welcome you with serenity.
- Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, home to rare desert beauty.
- Dormant volcanic formations within the Sonoran Biosphere.
- Towering sand dunes, some reaching nearly 200 meters in height.
The journey itself becomes part of the experience, offering a sense of peace and reflection as you approach the ocean’s embrace.
At the Sea of Cortez, you may choose between our Beach Ceremony or Ocean Ceremony. Regardless of your selection, every tribute includes our signature heart-shaped ash design, symbolizing eternal love, along with fresh flowers and rose petals to add color, beauty, and warmth to the moment.
Each ceremony concludes with a moment of silence and our heartfelt send-off poem, honoring your beloved companion with dignity and compassion.
Photography and video services are available upon request to preserve these memories forever.
Why Choose Us
At Nature’s Embrace, we are a family-owned business built on compassion, respect, and a deep understanding of the bond between pets and their families. Like many of the families we serve, we have experienced the profound love our pets bring — and the heartbreaking emptiness when they cross the Rainbow Bridge.
From those experiences, our mission was born: to provide endearing, dignified ceremonies that honor beloved companions and allow their journey in the circle of life to continue within nature’s embrace.
We see every pet as family, and we handle each ceremony with the same love and care we would give our own companions. With every service, we are honored to be the vessel that returns your pet’s ashes to the beauty of nature, ensuring their memory lives on in the most meaningful way.
Capture The Moment
At Nature’s Embrace, we honor both preferences: the privacy of a discreet, unrecorded ceremony and the comfort of beautiful keepsakes captured in photos or video.
Options
1) Privacy-First (No Recording)
- Ceremony conducted with full privacy and reverence.
- No photos or video taken.
2) Video & Photo Tribute Package (Includes Photography)
- Short cinematic video of the ceremony, plus a selection of still photos.
- Optional: include your pet’s photos and a heartfelt farewell message to be woven into the tribute.
- Brief environmental footage so you can see the beauty of your companion’s resting place.
- A curated set of photographs capturing key moments of the ceremony and the surrounding landscape.
- Close-ups of signature elements (heart-shaped ash design, flowers/rose petals, personalized seashell)
- Delivered via a private link to your email and/or text message.
Our Promise
We take our time to respectfully capture the moment your companion is embraced by nature—never intruding on the intimacy of your goodbye.
How to Send Materials (Video Tribute)
Please email or text your pet’s photos (3–8 images recommended) and an optional farewell message to:
naturesembraceaz@gmail.com or 520-376-9858.
Note: We will only capture and share imagery with your consent. All materials are handled with care and used solely to create your keepsake.
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Choose a ceremony for your pet
Select the ceremony that best honors your companion:
- Beach Ceremony
- Ocean Ceremony
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Send Us Your Pets Ashes
(United States Postal Service – Priority Mail Express)
Nature’s Embrace will provide you with op a complimentary shipping kit that includes everything you need:
- Step-by-step instructions on how to safely pack your pet’s ashes.
- The official USPS Cremated Remains box and required materials.
- A pre-paid shipping label for your convenience.
When you are ready, simply pack the ashes following the instructions and ship them using USPS Priority Mail Express, the only service authorized for cremated remains.
We will notify you immediately once your pet’s ashes arrive safely in our care. From that moment forward, we handle every detail with compassion, dignity, and professionalism.
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We Will Handle The Rest
Once we receive your beloved companion’s ashes, we will immediately send you a confirmation of safe arrival via text or email. At that time, you’ll also receive details regarding the date and location of the ceremony.
Following the ceremony, we will notify you once the service is complete. If you have selected our video & photo package, your keepsake will be shared through a private link delivered to your email or phone.
Throughout the process, our team remains available to provide any additional guidance, reassurance, or support you may need. Every step is handled with the utmost respect, care, and compassion.
About Us
How we got started...
We are a family-owned business with a home full of beloved companions — dogs, cats, ducks, chickens, horses, and even fish. As lifelong pet parents, we understand the deep love and joy animals bring, as well as the profound grief that comes when it is time to say goodbye.
When our own cherished companion passed away, we found comfort in knowing his final resting place was within the beauty of nature. Surrounded by the outdoors we love so much, his ceremony brought us peace and healing — and inspired us to help other families experience the same.
With over a decade of experience in the pet cremation industry, we bring both professional standards and personal understanding to every service we provide. Our mission is to ensure that each farewell is handled with integrity, compassion, and respect, creating a moment that is as beautiful and meaningful as the love shared with your pet.
At Nature’s Embrace, we take pride in being the vessel that introduces your beloved companion back to nature. Through our heartfelt ceremonies, we hope to bring peace, closure, and lasting comfort to every pet parent we serve.
Giving Back...
At Nature’s Embrace, our mission goes beyond aftercare. While we are honored to provide families with the most compassionate memorial services, we are equally committed to helping pets who are still with us — wagging their tails and waiting for a loving home.
We proudly partner with the Humane Society of Southern Arizona and other local shelters to support pet adoptions and provide resources for families. Every pet deserves a forever home, and we strive to play a small part in reducing homelessness and overcrowding in shelters.
Through your support and donations, we help provide:
- Adoption assistance
- Vaccinations and medical care
- Food and essential supplies for shelter pets
We believe no pet should ever be alone or unloved. By working together, we can give every companion the chance to experience the same love and joy they so freely give us.
Great Payment Options
Buy now pay later with Klarna
At Nature’s Embrace, we believe every family deserves the opportunity to honor their beloved companion in a meaningful way, without added financial stress. That’s why we’ve partnered with Klarna to provide simple buy now, pay later options.
When checking out, simply select Pay with Klarna. Their easy approval process will guide you through available plans. Payment amounts vary based on the ceremony selected.
Payment Plan Examples:
Examples of payment plans are (estimated not actual)
Beach Ceremony (no photos/video)
Cost of ceremony- $550.00
Payment plan options:
12 payments of $49.38- monthly
Total: $592.56
6 payments of $95.44- monthly
Total: $572.66
4 payments of $137.50- every 2 weeks
Total: $550.00
3 payments of $187.62- monthly
Total: $562.87
Ocean Ceremony (video/photo package)
Cost of ceremony- $690.00
Payment options:
18 payments of $42.72- monthly
Total: $768.92
12 payments of $61.95- monthly
Total: $743.40
6 payments of $119.74- monthly
Total: $718.43
4 payments of $172.50- every 2 weeks
Total: $690.00
3 payments of $235.38- monthly
Total: $706.15
*Actual payment plans will be provided once the ceremony of choice is selected. When applicable, interest rates will be shown before the pet parent chooses a payment plan option.