What Others are Saying about
ClayPaws® Kits and VeterinaryWisdom.com

"We want you to know that we think your Veterinary Wisdom Body Care Bags are a wonderful idea and we're so grateful you created them! A product like this has been needed for a long time and I'm sure clients will appreciate them."

                                                     Reba B., Linden Heights Animal Hospital

"On Christmas Eve, I had to put my soul mate down - Raleigh, my 12 year
old Dalmation. My veterinarian and staff made an excruciatingly painful experience much easier by their compassion, kindness and thoughtfulness.
It could have been a much more difficult day for me.

As I was leaving, the tech brought me Raleigh's collar, and handed me something. I didn't know what it was until she told me that she had made an imprint of Raleigh's paw for me in clay, and told me to bake it, but that the instructions were on the enclosed card.

There will never be enough words for me to tell you what that simple gesture meant to me. Not only that my vet's office realizes and has these kits available, but that you offer this product. There will never be enough words to express my love for Raleigh, but I cannot believe that I am fortunate enough to have her paw print forever, because of this wonderful, wonderful product.

Thank you from the bottom of my broken heart. Your ClayPaws® print has helped me through a moment in time that will last a lifetime."

"My vet made me one of your ClayPaws® prints for my beloved greyhound Apollo when he had to be laid to rest and it has been so wonderful to sit and touch where his paw was, and how wonderful it is to have that 'piece of him'."

"I just wanted to say thank you for creating the ClayPaws® print kits. Even though we have lost our beloved pet, due to a terrible accident that took his life, we will always cherish our reminder of him with the ClayPaws® print that our vet gave us. My eight year old daughter is forever grateful that she has this momento to help her get through the grief process of her best friend, Dylan. Thank you!"

"Every once in a while you'll meet someone who you'll never forget and who has certainly changed your life. On May 22, 2006, I lost my beloved kitty and best friend, Barney. The death was sudden and so unexpected that I was left overwhelmed with a gamut of emotions including incredible sadness, guilt, and loneliness. My vet referred my to World by the Tail, Inc. (VeterinaryWisdom.com) and the counseling sessions were a godsend. With the assistance of Dana Durrance, I was able to withstand one of the darkest periods of my life. Dana's expertise and empathy gave me comfort to make it through the day and the coping skills to make it through my tomorrows. As I continue through the grieving process, I remember her words of encouragement, validation, and essentially hope. In sum, I am eternally grateful to Dana and World by the Tail, Inc. for being there."

"Your website was truly oxygen to me. I felt like I was suffocating in my
grief. I liked your website the best out of the other ones I found. I will tell
my vet and my friends that your site is out there. I am so glad your website
is there. Thanks again!"

"A growing challenge among veterinary care givers is managing the personal fatigue and emotional strain that results in the process of helping clients through pet illness and death. Training veterinary staff to both understand and appropriately manage client feelings during difficult times can be very beneficial for caregivers and clients. The seminar presented by Dana Durrance was extremely beneficial to our practice group. Veterinarians, technicians, receptionists, and hospital managers learned better coping strategies during 'tense client encounters' through quality lecture topics, and role playing exercises. Dana was a terrific 'coach'. We are actively implementing many of Dana's suggestions in our practice today."

"I just wanted to thank you for having the ClayPaws® memorials. I just lost my little ferret three weeks ago and had him cremated. The veterinary
hospital asked if I wanted them to save the paw print in a ClayPaws® kit. I hadn't really heard of it but thought it was a great idea. I just picked up his cremains today and his tiny footprints in the clay. Now that clay print is the most cherished memory that I have. I will always miss my sweet Raymond, but feel a sense of his presence with his paw print on my shelf next to his urn. Thank you so much for the feeling of 'having a part of Raymond still with me'. I can't begin to explain that comfort. Thank you again."

"I just wanted to tell you how much we appreciate having ClayPaws® kits as part of our euthanasia protocol. The ClayPaws® print is mailed a few days after the euthanasia, along with a personal note. This makes for a complete condolence package along with a personal note from the doctors, as well as
a donation made to Cornell University in the pet's name. At first, we were sensitive to using ClayPaws® kits with all of our euthanasias and just selectively used it. The feedback was so positive that we now do an imprint before the animal is euthanized so that ClayPaws® print has a bit of the animal's spirit in it.

We are pleased to have a tangible memento to give to our clients to help them through the grief process."

"I just want you to know how grateful I am to have such a wonderful memorial for my precious cat."

"I just wanted to send you a quick note to tell you I really appreciate your company. I had to put my 12 year old lab down on Tuesday due to cancer. My vet gave me the impression of her paw. What a lovely permanent reminder I will have of my wonderful, sweet dog. She will be missed terribly, but because of your product, I have a precious memento that I will treasure forever."

Michele Z., Pet Parent

"I wanted to let you know how much our ClayPaws® prints have meant to us. Satin, our first of two litter mate sisters passed away July 2004 from cancer. Her sister Silkie passed away in February 2005 also from cancer. Both veterinary hospitals that treated our girls offered us the chance to forever capture additional memories of the "girls" by using your ClayPaws® kits to do their paw prints. It has meant the world to us! Thanks again for your product. We wouldn't trade our ClayPaws® prints for anything."

Linda and Ron F., Pet Parents

"I wanted to let you and your staff know how much our clients appreciate the ClayPaws® prints. It is a lasting remembrance that is truly special. I also appreciate the staff that helps with phone orders. They are so helpful and courteous! Keep up the good work!"

Joyce Y., Heartland Pet Cemetary

“Just wanted to take a moment to say thank you for the ClayPaws® kit. We are in California and have just recently lost our sweet 16 ½ year old dog, Buddy. Before he left us our vet was able to make an impression of his paw using your product. Thank you for the memories. We were doubly touched to know that you hire developmentally disabled persons and that you are located in Fort Collins . Hit home with us as I work with the handicapped and my daughter was a student at CSU. We are touched by your product and wish your business a lot of success. Thank you.”

Anne S., Pet Parent

“Thank goodness you followed the dream and made this product available!”

Kristin W., DVM  

“ClayPaws® kits are so great for memories when pets are euthanized. ClayPaws® kits have been so good for our practice. They also sell like hot cakes.”

Gail, Family Pet Animal Hospital  

“ClayPaws® kits are a wonderful idea. They are very special for pet owners and hospital staff who have been close to the pets being euthanized.”

Iris, Greensboro Veterinary Hospital 

"Thank you for creating ClayPaws® paw prints! We've lost two wonderful little poodles in the last six months. Their paw print plaques are nice, positive reminders of our beloved little buddies."

Grace C., Pet Parent

“We have Puppy Kindergarten and people really enjoy getting a ClayPaws® kit in the packet we give out. They have been so good for our business with lots of positive feedback.”

Karen S., LVT, South Putnam Animal Hospital

“Thank you very much! The ClayPaws® print is a wonderful item. I took mine to work and it's on my desk. I've gotten a lot of compliments on it and have given your number out to several people.”

Collette M., Pet Parent

“Our vet provided a paw print of our Casey when we had to have him put down. We think it was a wonderful gesture and wanted you all to know what a good idea you have. Thanks!”

Jim and Kathy, Pet Parents

“I just wanted to write a brief note to thank you and your staff. Today, Sunday September 7, 2003, I had to take my black lab named Jack into the State University Animal Hospital to be euthanized. He fought a very tough battle with lymphoma. I was blessed with Jack eight years ago and my life will never be the same without him. Jack and I went everywhere together. Today was the toughest thing that I have ever had to do in thirty-two years. I had to have my best friend put to sleep and to say good-bye to him. After everything was over with, the doctor took him out of the room for a few minutes to transfer him into a box so that I could take him home. The doctor brought Jack back out to me along with this wonderful surprise, a ClayPaws® print from Jack. I can't thank you and your staff enough for this. I will always cherish Jack's paw print. Thank you.”

William S., Pet Parent

“I want to thank you for offering such a unique idea as the ClayPaws® kits through veterinarians. I had to put my cat Angel of 20 years to sleep due to kidney failure. It was at that moment that I realized I hardly had pictures of her. Having the ClayPaws® print done right after she was put to sleep meant so much to me. It is such a sentimental and tangible item that I can look at and remember her by. Thank you for a wonderful, heartfelt idea. I'll cherish it forever.”

Patricia M., Pet Parent

“Why couldn't I think of this?!! Great imagination! All the best.”

Judy S., Pet Parent

“I wanted to write and say thank you for such a novel idea with your ClayPaws® kits. My husband and I yesterday made the most difficult decision of our lives to put our beloved four-year-old cat Jake to sleep after a three month battle with hepatic lipidosis. Before the veterinarian made the injection, she walked back in the examining room with an impression of his paw for us. I was so moved. I plan on ordering one for our cat at home, our new kitten when we get one, and all of my family members who have cats whom I know will cherish this idea. Thanks again!”

Jennifer S., Pet Parent