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YOUR PET'S FAREWELL IS
DEEPLY PERSONAL...SO IS OUR SERVICE.
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DEEPLY PERSONAL

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Choosing when and how to say goodbye to a beloved furry, fluffy, feathery or scaly family member is deeply personal. We offer a personal farewell service where each pet is treated with meticulous care and individually water cremated with the guaranteed return of your beloved companion's ashes. 

 

We provide a dignified and compassionate journey that honours the bond between pets and their people.

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TRUSTED BY VETS &

THE CHOICE OF PET LOVERS

 

Peace of mind comes from choosing a service trusted by veterinarians, delivered by veterinary nurses, and proudly affiliated with the International Association of Pet Cemeteries and Crematories. We work alongside veterinary professionals to ease the stress of end-of-life decisions and provide a compassionate bridge between clinical care and a meaningful farewell.

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FURRY, FEATHERED OR SCALY

WE TREAT THEM WITH DIGNITY AND CARE

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OUR MOST TREASURED KEEPSAKE REQUESTS

KEEPING YOU CONNECTED

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LET'S STAY IN TOUCH

MEMORIALS, SEMINARS & WHAT'S ON OUR SOCIALS

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COMMUNITY

CHATS

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Let's chat about...
"...just one more day."

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TELLING TAILS

COMMUNITY

​PHOTOSHOOTS, MEMORIAL DAYS & STORIES OF MUDDY PAWS & MOUSE HUNTS

GET IN TOUCH

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Whether you're wanting to farewell your pet in a particular way, searching for a special keepsake, seeking advice, or wanting to share feedback or suggestions, we would love to hear from you.

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Email us: hello@gentlewaters.co.nz

Phone us: 022 400 4000

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Visit us (by appointment only)

1/44 Curries Road, CHRISTCHURCH

Monday - Friday: 8am to 3pm

Weekends & Public Holidays: 10am - 12pm

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We do our best to be available for short-notice appointments, though this isn't always possible. When we can, we gently encourage making arrangements early so everything can be planned with care and without added stress or urgency.

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