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Earthpet now deliver your pet’s ashes or compost directly to your home across the Western Cape. This automatically applies to all Return of Ashes and Return of Compost orders except horses, and our staff will ask you for your delivery address when ordering. No more trips to your veterinarian or to us. All returns are neatly and securely packaged and delivered by our trusted logistics partners.

When it’s time to say goodbye to your horse, the loss can feel immense. These noble beings are more than just animals – they are partners, friends, and companions who have carried our hearts as faithfully as they’ve carried our weight. At EarthPet, we understand the depth of this connection, and we are here to…

Losing a beloved pet is a heartbreaking experience for any family, but for children, it can be especially confusing and painful. Our pets are often a child’s first close companion, providing unconditional love, comfort, and joy. When that bond is broken, children may not have the words or emotional tools to express what they’re feeling.…

Animal shelters play a crucial role in rescuing and caring for abandoned, neglected, and mistreated animals. Every year, countless pets are left homeless due to various reasons, including financial hardships, changes in family circumstances, or irresponsible ownership. Without shelters, these animals would be left to fend for themselves, facing hunger, illness, and danger on the…

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the news of Annie’s passing during the December holidays of 2024. Annie was not just our mascot at the AWARE Foundation; she was our daily companion at EarthPet. Her life brought us joy and love and helped to cushion us from the toil of dealing…

On November 22, 2024, GAWS (Grabouw Animal Welfare Society) proudly hosted its 3rd annual Golf Day at the beautiful Strand Golf Course. The yearly event is a key fundraiser to support GAWS’ ongoing animal welfare projects in the local Grabouw community. This year’s Golf Day was proudly sponsored and made possible by the support of…

Are you a dog person, a cat person, or maybe a parrot enthusiast? The pets choose can reveal a lot about our personalities and, in a way, “complete” us in surprising ways. While each pet and owner combination is totally unique, sometimes certain types of pet align well with certain human personality traits and interests.…

In celebration of Spring Welfare Month, EarthPet is proud to reaffirm its commitment to making carcass disposal more affordable and accessible to welfare organisations. Our revolutionary bio-burial process is now even more integral to supporting animal welfare, aligning with the spirit of renewal and care that spring represents. The EarthPet process involves placing the animal’s…

The issue of waste management is a pressing concern worldwide, with landfills being the most common method of waste disposal. While landfills provide a relatively simple solution to the challenge of waste accumulation, they also pose significant environmental and health risks. The problem is not only the vast amount of waste that ends up in…

Humans and pets alike almost get a ‘different personality’ in winter and need to be handled differently. Just like we might want to just curl up on the couch by the fire some days, our pets also change their habits a little. Even though South African winters are milder than those in other parts of…