Today’s blog is about the deep loneliness that comes with losing a beloved pet.
I often receive heartfelt messages from customers, like this one:
“When the custom cushion I ordered arrived, I held it in my arms—and suddenly, tears started flowing. It felt like I was holding my dog again. I realized then how much I had wanted to embrace my dog one more time. Until that moment, I hadn’t even noticed that feeling buried inside me.”
Messages like this are not uncommon. Many people share a similar longing: “I wish I could hold my pet just one more time.”
That will be today’s theme—exploring the deep emotional need to hold a departed pet once again.
The Hidden Longing Beneath the Grief of Pet Loss
We all know that one day we will have to say goodbye to our pets.
Because I often listen to stories of loss from customer, I thought I was prepared for the day I would have to face the deaths of my own pets.
But when that moment came—when my beloved dog and cat passed away—it was far more painful than I ever imagined.
Grieving the loss of a pet can be overwhelming. Often, we become so consumed by sorrow that we lose sight of what our hearts are truly longing for.
Some people wish they could see their pet one more time.
Some wish they could turn back time.
Others carry feelings of regret and wish they had said, “I’m sorry.”
Even simply acknowledging these hidden wishes can bring comfort and emotional relief. But in the depths of grief, we may cry endlessly without realizing what it is we truly want.
And one of the most powerful emotions people experience is this:
“I just want to hold my pet again.”
In the rest of this article, I’ll share how recognizing that deep desire—and embracing a cushion made in memory of your pet—can spark unexpected emotional healing.
I want to embrace my pet in heaven once again
We are weaving yarn to make cushions.
After delivering the finished cushion, many customers tell me:
“It felt like I could hold my pet one more time.”
They often say that the warmth of the knitted material reminds them of their pet’s gentle touch.
You may have found yourself hugging pillows or cushions, wishing you could feel that presence again.
But ordinary cushions can’t bring back the feeling of embracing your pet.
That’s why our custom-made pet cushions, created from your pet’s photo, can fulfill that heartfelt wish:
“I want to hold my pet again.”
Here are some heartfelt messages from customers who embraced their custom cushion:
“I didn’t even realize how much I wanted to hold them again. The moment I did, the tears came—tears I didn’t know I was still holding inside.”
“The second I held the cushion, all the memories of my beloved pet came rushing back.”
“It felt like they had forgiven me.”
“I could feel them comforting me, just like they used to.”
The Emotional Shift That Happens When You Hug the Cushion
When we hug someone we love—or are hugged by them—it fills our hearts with comfort and joy.
The same is true for pets.
This was me around 2006.
My dog was so big that when I wrapped my arms around his neck, it felt like I was hugging a person.
Whether it’s a cat curling up in your lap or a hamster resting gently in your hands, these quiet moments bring us healing—just like a warm hug from a loved one.
After receiving their custom cushion, some customers tell me they didn’t realize how much they needed to feel that comfort—until they held it for the first time.
The warmth of the yarn, the gentle texture of the knit—some even say it feels like their pet in heaven is still connected with them, as if they’re being held together through the cushion.
Many people don’t realize they’ve been carrying the simple and honest desire to hug their pet again until it’s finally fulfilled.
And when it is, they feel a sense of peace they hadn’t been able to reach before.
Our cushions are made by knitting yarn, which gives them a unique warmth and softness that printed cushions can’t replicate.
However, because each piece is carefully handcrafted, the price is a little higher than mass-produced or printed options.
If a printed cushion fits your needs better, there are many more affordable options from other shops.
But if you’re looking for a truly personal, made-to-order cushion that brings the warmth of your pet back into your arms, I hope you’ll explore what feels right for you.
