Messages from Pets in Heaven
Have you ever felt like your beloved dog or cat was right beside you during a visit to their resting place?
When I stand before my dog Mook’s grave, close my eyes, and quietly fold my hands in prayer, I often see his big face appear before me. In those moments, the confusion and worries in my heart seem to fade away. It’s as if he’s telling me something important—even without words.
“I’m Not Alone—I Have So Many Friends Here!”
Not long after I lost Muku, I attended a group memorial service at a pet cemetery. There were so many families gathered to honor their pets that I was deeply moved. It made me realize how many cherished pets now live happily in heaven.
Thinking of Muku surrounded by friends made me feel he wasn’t alone. I imagined him saying:
“I’m not lonely. I have lots of friends here.”
That felt like the first message I ever received from him in heaven.
Pets Help Me Find My Way—Again and Again
As I mentioned, whenever I’m lost or unsure, I visit Muku’s grave. Even if I’m just passing by, I’ll stop to say hello. And each time, Muku seems to send me a message—not in words, but in a way that clears my mind and lightens my heart.
There’s something about picturing his face that helps me sort through problems. Maybe it’s not about understanding with my head, but feeling with my heart. That’s the kind of communication that pets seem to send us from heaven.
And if it ever came out in words, it would probably just be “woof woof,” wouldn’t it? (laughs)
But maybe that’s all we need.
Messages Written from a Pet’s Perspective
Sometimes, we receive letters from our customers to include with our handmade memorial items. While we type these messages onto original stationery, many of them are written as if spoken by the pet themselves:
“Mom, thank you for choosing me.”
“I was so happy living with you. Please don’t cry anymore.”
We do our best to remain neutral while preparing these messages, but honestly… there are times we can’t hold back the tears. Our hands stop typing. A quiet moment passes. And then we gently begin again.
Interestingly, those heartfelt messages seem to come in waves—many arriving around the same time. This week has been especially full of them.
At times like this, we like to imagine that Muku is working hard for us up in heaven.
A Decade Later, His Messages Still Reach Us
It’s been 10 years since Muku passed away. And even now, whenever his birthday or memorial day draws near, we receive more touching orders.
It feels like Muku is still sending us messages from heaven:
“I’m doing my best here—so everyone, keep doing your best too.”
