Lost in thought I wonder what stories lie beneath these peaceful grounds at Eläinten hautausmaa. This is no ordinary cemetery. This is a final resting place for beloved pets. Welcome to Eläinten hautausmaa a place of peace for Rovaniemi’s cherished animal companions.
Eläinten hautausmaa was established in 2009. It provides a dedicated space for pets. The city of Rovaniemi owns the land. The Technical Services Department designed the cemetery. It spans 1.7 hectares divided into different sections. This area is specifically for dogs cats rodents birds and other small pets.
Imagine a family grieving the loss of their loyal dog. They bring him here to Eläinten hautausmaa. They want to give him a respectful farewell. Each pet is buried in a designated plot. Urns are placed 0.5 meters deep. Each plot measures 0.5 x 0.5 meters.
The city maintains the grounds. They handle major upkeep and environmental monitoring. Eläinten hautausmaa is kept as a forest cemetery. This creates a natural and tranquil setting.
Burials follow specific guidelines. Pets are interred in pre-dug graves in order. Each plot is marked with a plate. The next pet owner moves the plate. This shows where the new burial has taken place. Animals must not be wrapped in non-degradable materials.
A burial spot must be acquired before the burial. Contact Rovaniemi Pieneläinhautauspalvelu for this. Unclaimed plots are reused. The grave site is leased for 10 years. Owners can mark the plot. They can use a wooden or stone plaque. Crosses or cross symbols are not allowed. These will be replaced with a plaque. Planting trees or bushes is prohibited. Small floral tributes are welcome.
Payment is made in cash when booking. A plot costs 60 euros including VAT. This fee is set by the Technical Committee. In summer soil covers the grave. Dry sand is used in winter. Tools are available on site. Pet owners fill and level the grave after settling.
For area use and maintenance contact Rovaniemi Pieneläinhautauspalvelu or the Technical Services Department. The city’s health inspector oversees the grounds. The city engineer can make operational changes if needed.
Eläinten hautausmaa also offers cremation services. Cremation provides a beautiful way to say goodbye. The service is understanding friendly and professional. You can choose a beautiful urn. It will hold warm memories for years. Ashes can be placed in the urn grove at Tavivaara. A small memorial plaque can be added to the memorial board. There is no charge for the plaque. This text is provided when arranging cremation. Plaques are installed twice a year in June and December. You can visit the pet cemetery whenever you wish.
If a pet dies suddenly contact a veterinarian. They will advise on confirming death at home. Always contact the service to arrange cremation. This ensures the process is respectful.
Eläinten hautausmaa stands as a testament to the bond we share with our pets. It is a place for reflection remembrance and honoring those animals. Their loyalty companionship and unconditional love touched our lives. May this sacred ground offer solace and peace to those who mourn. Here at Eläinten hautausmaa their memory lives on.