Carlson & Riggs Pet Services

10/09/2026

Due to the 100% chance of rain on Saturday we have moved this event to Thursday, October 29th from 6pm-8pm! We apologize for the inconvenience and hope to still see some of our furry friends at the event!

09/23/2026

Please keep the family of Dixie Armstrong in your thoughts and prayers🌈🐾

View Dixie Armstrong's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

08/28/2026

🌈 Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day 🐾

Today, we pause to honor the beloved pets who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge but will forever remain in our hearts. Their paw prints may no longer grace our floors, but they will always leave an imprint on our souls.

Whether your companion was with you for a few short years or a lifetime, the love you shared never fades. We hope you find comfort in the memories, the unconditional love, and the special bond that can never be taken away.

❤️ If you'd like, share a photo or tell us the name of a pet you're remembering today. We'd be honored to celebrate their life with you.

🌈 Until we meet again at the Rainbow Bridge.

08/26/2026

🐾 Happy International Dog Day! 🐾

Today we celebrate the unconditional love, unwavering loyalty, and countless joyful moments our dogs bring into our lives. Whether they're greeting us at the door, joining us on adventures, or simply resting by our side, our four-legged companions leave paw prints on our hearts that last forever.

At Carlson and Riggs Pet Services, we are honored to help families celebrate the lives and memories of their beloved companions with dignity, compassion, and care.

Today, give your pup an extra hug, toss their favorite ball, and cherish every wag of their tail. ❤️🐶

08/19/2026

Please keep the family of Lyla Wilkey in your thoughts and prayers🌈🐾

View Lyla Wilkey's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

08/18/2026

Please keep the family of Lucy Oliver in your thoughts and prayers.🌈🐾

View Lucy Oliver's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

08/11/2026

🐾🎃WAG-O-WEEN! 🎃🐾

Bring your favorite furry friends out for a spooktacular day of Halloween fun! Dress up your pup in their best costume and join us at the Market on October 10th from 11 AM–2 PM.

🐶 Pet costume contest!
🎃 Halloween activities
📸 Plenty of photo opportunities
🛍️ Local vendors and pet-friendly fun
🐾 A day for the whole family—four-legged friends included!

Grab the leash, pick out the perfect costume, and come celebrate Wag-O-Ween with us! 👻🐕🧡

📅 October 10th
🕚 11 AM–2 PM
📍The Market 303 N Pine Street

08/04/2026

Losing a beloved pet means saying goodbye to a loyal friend, a faithful companion, and a cherished member of the family. The love they gave, the memories you shared, and the paw prints they left on your heart will remain forever.

Healing doesn't happen overnight, and it's okay to grieve. Give yourself grace as you remember the joy, comfort, and unconditional love your pet brought into your life. Though they may no longer be by your side, their spirit lives on in every treasured memory.

At Carlson and Riggs Pet Services, we are honored to help families celebrate the lives of their beloved companions with dignity, compassion, and care. If you or someone you know is navigating the loss of a pet, please know you are not alone.

🐾 Forever loved. Forever missed. Forever in our hearts. ❤️

07/21/2026

Please keep the family of Molly Ebersole in your thoughts and prayers🌈🐾

View Molly Ebersole's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

07/15/2026

Helping Children Cope with the Loss of a Beloved Pet

For many children, losing a pet may be their first experience with grief. It can be confusing, emotional, and difficult to understand. While every child grieves differently, a few gentle approaches can help:

🐾 Use simple, honest language that's appropriate for their age.

💙 Encourage them to talk about their feelings and ask questions.

📸 Create a special memory together by making a photo album, drawing pictures, or writing down favorite memories.

🌈 Read age appropriate books that explain and visualize where their pet went

🕯️ Hold a small remembrance ceremony to celebrate the love and joy their pet brought to your family.

❤️ Remind them that it's okay to feel sad, cry, or miss their pet. Grief is a natural part of loving someone.

The bond between a child and a pet is truly special. By honoring that bond with patience, love, and understanding, you can help them begin to heal while keeping those cherished memories close.