Welcome to Holitopa Pet Cemetery. Holitopa is a Native American word meaning Precious One.
We know that you haven’t just lost an animal – you’ve lost a companion, a loved one, and a family member.
This cemetery was started because of a great, lifelong love for animals and a concern for their care during life as well as after their passing. Our family has had dozens of wonderful furry family members over the past 126 years and have buried them in the beautiful fields of the property.
This property has been deed restricted to remain a pet cemetery forever. The cemetery will always be protected and remain undisturbed from any future development so that your pet’s remains can lie in peace.
Our services include home or veterinary pick up of your loved one, opening and closing of the grave, preparing the body for the final resting place, a traditional gave side funeral or memorial service, and internment. You may also drop off your loved one by appointment.
You may personalize your loved one’s service in the manner you desire. You, a friend, or your pastor may lead the service.
Your loved one will receive the same dignified care as a human would receive at a human funeral home. Our belief is that God has blessed us with these wonderful best friends and family members that have stood by us and given us that child-like unconditional love that only they can give, therefore, they deserve our continued respect and love, even into internment.
We can guide you with procurement of headstones and memorial statues, as well as a casket or shroud. Identifying grave markers of solid, non-decomposing material such as bronze, granite, or stone are required.
In some religions, such as Judaism, being wrapped in a simple shroud is used to represent equality, to respect beliefs and traditions. Initially, shrouds were used in the Christian faith to save on costs. But it also allowed a way to say goodbye to the person who died in a respectful way.
Burial plots start at 12×12″ and go to 4×5 feet. You may plant flowers, decorate the grave, place toys, and more.
To better serve you, services are provided by appointment only. Please call 479-437-7009 / 479-216-8639.
What pets can be buried at Holitopa? Dogs, cats, hamsters, parrots, fish, lizards, pigs, snakes, and more.
You are welcome to visit the cemetery and your pet’s grave at any time during open hours. The cemetery is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am – 4pm.
Families may plan in advance for future burial arrangements for their beloved pets. Please call us and we can answer whatever questions you may have.
Whether you choose a cremation or burial service, you may also elect to hold a pet funeral, memorial service, or committal ceremony. Contact us today for further information and assistance selecting the final arrangements that will best memorialize your pet’s life.
Donations are accepted to help defray the costs of cemetery upkeep, as well as donations to help elderly families who are on a fixed income to give their loved one the burial that they deserve.
Holitopa Pet Cemetery will continue to evolve and include memorial gardens, benches, flowering fruit trees, and more, including a forest trail where your pet’s ashes can be interned along with a personalized memorial plaque or stone.
Our memorial brick sidewalk can include your pet’s name. This sidewalk is to memorialize pets who have passed away, no matter what state or continent they resided, nor year they passed away. If you would like to purchase a personalized brick to memorialize your precious one along our sidewalks and pathways, please contact us at 479-437-7009 / 479-216-8639.
Ornamental and fruiting trees and shrubs may also be donated and planted in memory of your pet.