Resting Waters, Seattle, Washington

Hallaq Law

2 weeks agoNew

Losing our little princess was truly one of the hardest things our family has had to endure. In the hours after we lost her, it was hard to know what to do. I considered burying her in the back yard and quickly realized it was not a fitting way to remember or honor her. The staff at Resting Waters picked up right when we called. They were courteous, understanding, and answered all of our questions. I did not know much about their process but after learning about it, this seemed like the best way to honor our little girl. Their facility allowed for us to sit with her in a very tranquil environment while we said goodbye. We brought her home today and while we are still grieving very much, having her remains in a dignified place near us is bringing us some much-needed comfort. I would absolutely recommend Resting Waters to any of my pet parent friends.

Lauren Lombardi

4 months ago

I’ve been a licensed funeral director for a decade and because of that I am extremely particular and careful about funeral homes. When my baby died in August, I brought her home, cleaned her body and slept with her one last time. We brought her to Resting waters the next day. I never in a million years thought I would be able to entrust anyone else with the most important person in my life, my soulmate and daughter. I am so grateful I was able to let her go into their care and know she was well taken care of. Losing Layla has been the most devastating and traumatic experience of my life, and I still struggle every day, but I am at least glad to have had the best experience possible in laying her to rest. For that I am forever grateful. Thank you.

Brittany

3 months ago

I couldn't be more pleased with how Resting Waters interact with their clients.The bed and room they have for final goodbyes was comfortable and welcoming, the people were so friendly and warm..the packaging at pick up was beautiful and very carefully put together.Their heart is in it, and that's what any pet owner wants in the final goodbye, Someone they can trust.Thank you to everybody involved in this process.It really made me feel as good as possible during this hard time.Gracey & family

Pakuna Spady

2 days agoNew

Resting Waters is an place sent by angels for pet parents! I found them on social media while living on the East Coast and could already feel how warm and caring they were through social media alone. My recent actual experience with RW when my dog passed was wonderful, peaceful, and without any judgement. I feel they have really set up a high standard. Kale has wonderful, soothing energy. I had no doubts about trusting them with my baby and I will be back in the future!

Ariana Yazdi

a year ago

I am truly grateful for the genuine care and kindness of the Resting Waters team. My beloved cat companion of 18 years (Oscar) passed away a month ago after being diagnosed with a terribly aggressive form of cancer. It all happened so suddenly, and I was a mess by the time I had to reach out to Resting Waters. They were soothing and accommodating, and allowed me as much time as I needed to say goodbye. They even let me cover his body in roses before his aquamation.A few days later, he was ready to come home. I was so touched by the thoughtful way they packaged his fur, paw prints, and the beautiful urn with his remains. Not a day goes by that I don’t look at his memorial with gratitude, knowing that Oscar was lovingly cared for until the very end.I highly recommend turning to Resting Waters when that heartbreaking day comes.

Tiffiny Whitney Mitchell

3 years ago

We just got our kitty back today. Resting Waters is AMAZING and I recommend them to anyone experiencing the loss of a pet for the dispensation of their loved one. It's a more eco-friendly way, less violent than traditional cremation, and you actually get more back in remains than you would in a traditional cremation. Additionally, they were AMZING in helping us have remembrances of our kitty (including giving us all of his fur, paw prints, and nose prints). I am so grateful to them and hope others work with them in the future.

Kim Kao

5 months ago

We recently just losted our 12 year old American Bully, Dro. The team at Resting Water were all so amazing and compassionate. We took our boy in on the same morning he passed away and they were able to get us in right away. Kale was so amazing and helped walk us through the whole process.The aquamation process actually didn't take too long. They were patient and was able to hold his ashes until we were able to find the right urn for our boy. They helped transfers his ashes from the scatter vessel we purchased to the new urn and also set aside a small amount of ashes for a jewelery I had customized that was purchased somewhere else. We also recieved fur clippings in a vial, certification of aquamation, paw ink prints and clay print. I live in the South area of King County and definitely will never go anywhere else. I highly recommend Resting Waters. My family and I can't thank you enough.

Sarah Klein

10 months ago

The Team at Resting Waters is beyond amazing. I used them for the first time a few years ago with our dog, Cadillac. I wanted the most gentle option for the most gentle dog I had ever known. This year I lost my girl Missy, and I knew immediately that I wanted to same care for her. Kail was so helpful, caring and patient. As well as the associate who contacted me that Missy was ready for pick up. I will always recommend Resting Waters, a gentle more environmentally friendly option. With an amazing staff that helps lessen the blow of a heartbreaking situation. I only wish there was a location here in Pierce County, but they are worth the trip!

Ceattle Seattle

7 months ago

Despite the crushingly sad circumstances of needing to send off our beloved pets, every step of the process at Resting Waters is handled so compassionately and gently by the wonderful staff. We appreciate the low environmental impact of aquamation and the cost isn’t that more than cremation. It’s hard to summarize it but the experience of bringing our dog here felt like we were really honoring her importance in our lives and treating her well even after her death.

Kurt Cepeda

8 months ago

We are truly grateful to the wonderful team at Resting Waters for their kind and dignified after care of our sweet pup Reagan. We lost Reagan unexpectedly after some sudden complications, and they were able to pick him up from the vet's office that same afternoon. We arranged for a viewing the next morning and it was very healing to see Reagan one final time the way that we would have wanted to remember him. We ordered some castings of Reagan's snout and paw and they turned out wonderfully in addition to his other mementos. It brought us great peace of mind to know that Reagan was so well cared for and we highly recommend their services.

Beth

3 years ago

The very fact that you are in a position to be reading these reviews makes me assume you are enduring a unbearably painful time in your life and for that I can't express enough how much my heart breaks for you. But please rest assured that Resting Waters will care for your baby as if they were their own.On December 3rd we said goodbye to our baby boy, Alex, after having loved him for more than a decade. Darcy was very sympathetic and helpful over the phone and Kale, there are not enough words to praise Kale. If we were not in a pandemic I would have hugged that beautiful soul and I'm not a hugger. Kale drove up to Bothell to collect Alex on the 4th and he sat on the floor, pet his body and I could just tell this was a person who was going to love our baby for the short time he had him. And he did.We drove to their business today, the 11th to receive Alex's ashes and everything was packaged so carefully and beautifully. We received a vial of his soft black fur, card paper with his little paw prints, and a plaster pressing of his paw, and of course his ashes with an identifier tag to insure that he wasn't confused with another's sweet baby.(Pictures are of what we received, Alex and this grieving brother Nimbus, and the urn we ordered online)This is not a service anybody ever wants to need but as pet owners we will all find ourselves facing this eventually. I cannot recommend them enough. Their services are very inexpensive compared to traditional cremation but most importantly these people care so very much about their clients and the precious bodies they are trusted with. If you are planning for the future please go hug your baby and cherish them. If you are on the fence this is your sign. Use Resting Waters. You will be so comforted by their service.

Bryant Mitchell

a year ago

If I could give Resting Waters 10 stars I would.Both Kale and Darcy were amazing every step of the way, I don’t know how much better to put it. The kindness and compassion those two carry was incomparable, the services offered are priced reasonably and considerate, even compared to standard services at local vets, and the processes used (hydrolysis) are so much better for the earth than traditional cremation. This was extremely important to my partner and it’s all Resting Waters does.I wanted to put this review up from the first call I had, but I’m glad I waited, they just continued to knock it out of the park.As painful as it is to say, they have earned customers for life.

Emily Albrecht

7 years ago

Resting Waters recently handled the aftercare for my beloved dog Franklin. Joslin and Darci were both so wonderful throughout the process and it was such a beautiful experience from start to finish, including their gorgeous facility in West Seattle, as well as the lovely ombre container and ink paw print included at no extra cost. They also provide an aquamation ID tag with the remains upon pick up for peace of mind, which I really appreciated. I highly recommend Resting Waters.

Ashleigh Taylor

a year ago

I wish I could give Resting Waters 100 stars. If you read any of the reviews you would see that Kale is an exceptional person to work with. They are incredibly kind and understanding. They answered all my questions and were really able to put me at ease. My little Yoshi was an older guy but his passing was so sudden. I am in the human death care industry so I knew more than maybe a standard family coming in and I wanted to know pretty much everything that was happening and what was going to happen. Kale explained everything, and even made us laugh. They are an extremely comforting presence to be around and I was more than comfortable to leave my little guy with them. I know what standard of care we give to our humans that pass everyday and Kale never once made me feel like it was "just a dog" that had died. Our pets are such an integral part of our lives and honoring them at Resting Waters was the best decision I made in one of the worst times of my life. I really cant praise Kale and the whole Resting Waters Team enough! Thank you so much for everything

Sam Herrington

10 months ago

The folks here are so kind and did an amazing job with my Selene. The urn options are gorgeous, and they even did a full-shave (for only $50) so I could keep her fur. They also give you a complimentary paw print impression. Beyond all that, knowing my beloved friend was preserved for me in a way that is way better for the environment (aquamation vs cremation) is very helpful as well in my grief. I can't recommend Resting Waters enough.

Sam Akiko Buckley

7 years ago

Our cat passed away on New Years. And no cremation service was opened on Jan 1st. We found Resting Waters on Google and decided to call. They opened the office for us and gave us enough time to say good bye to him in a beautiful private area. He came back today. And we feel so peaceful to have him back.... Thank you so much for taking care of him.

April Burger

10 months ago

This place is AMAZING! Kale was wonderful throughout the whole process and was able to answer all of my questions. He was kind, patient and comforting during such a difficult and emotional time. We were able to get great quality imprints of our sweet Luna's paws. We also appreciated the tasteful selection of urns they offered. Could not recommend this place enough.

Philip Eldred

9 months ago

Thanks to the wonderful team at Resting Waters for providing such caring and compassionate service. It's always hard to lose a loved one, but their memory is an ongoing blessing. Thank you for being there for us in such a difficult time and for helping us to cherish our memories of our sweet friend Boudicca❤️

Cheri

2 years ago

The staff at Resting Waters, especially Kale and Darci, took wonderful care of my best friend when his time came. They were knowledgeable and very compassionate on the phone when I was calling to make arrangements, and Kale helped me bring my dog inside when I arrived with him the day after he passed. The whole process was very, very smooth from start to finish, and they made sure that my buddy was treated with love and care the whole way through. The urn we went with is beautiful and simple, and the paw print impression and ink looks better than any other I've seen.If you're considering aquamation for your pets when their time eventually comes, I cannot recommend Resting Waters enough. It eases my heart to know my pup was able to be processed there via water vs traditional cremation. I hope I don't have to use their services again for several years, but when our other dog gets to that point, I will absolutely be coming to them again.

Kyle DeMyer

a year ago

Resting Waters is simply above the rest when coming to pet funeral services. Our pet chinchilla, Sterling, recently died, and Kale made us feel welcomed and comfortable. It was very warm and inviting when we walked in, and we were able to have a small wake for our pet to say our final goodbyes. We would highly recommend.

Hallaq Law

2 weeks agoNew

Losing our little princess was truly one of the hardest things our family has had to endure. In the hours after we lost her, it was hard to know what to do. I considered burying her in the back yard and quickly realized it was not a fitting way to remember or honor her. The staff at Resting Waters picked up right when we called. They were courteous, understanding, and answered all of our questions. I did not know much about their process but after learning about it, this seemed like the best way to honor our little girl. Their facility allowed for us to sit with her in a very tranquil environment while we said goodbye. We brought her home today and while we are still grieving very much, having her remains in a dignified place near us is bringing us some much-needed comfort. I would absolutely recommend Resting Waters to any of my pet parent friends.

Lauren Lombardi

4 months ago

I’ve been a licensed funeral director for a decade and because of that I am extremely particular and careful about funeral homes. When my baby died in August, I brought her home, cleaned her body and slept with her one last time. We brought her to Resting waters the next day. I never in a million years thought I would be able to entrust anyone else with the most important person in my life, my soulmate and daughter. I am so grateful I was able to let her go into their care and know she was well taken care of. Losing Layla has been the most devastating and traumatic experience of my life, and I still struggle every day, but I am at least glad to have had the best experience possible in laying her to rest. For that I am forever grateful. Thank you.

Brittany

3 months ago

I couldn't be more pleased with how Resting Waters interact with their clients.The bed and room they have for final goodbyes was comfortable and welcoming, the people were so friendly and warm..the packaging at pick up was beautiful and very carefully put together.Their heart is in it, and that's what any pet owner wants in the final goodbye, Someone they can trust.Thank you to everybody involved in this process.It really made me feel as good as possible during this hard time.Gracey & family

Pakuna Spady

2 days agoNew

Resting Waters is an place sent by angels for pet parents! I found them on social media while living on the East Coast and could already feel how warm and caring they were through social media alone. My recent actual experience with RW when my dog passed was wonderful, peaceful, and without any judgement. I feel they have really set up a high standard. Kale has wonderful, soothing energy. I had no doubts about trusting them with my baby and I will be back in the future!

Ariana Yazdi

a year ago

I am truly grateful for the genuine care and kindness of the Resting Waters team. My beloved cat companion of 18 years (Oscar) passed away a month ago after being diagnosed with a terribly aggressive form of cancer. It all happened so suddenly, and I was a mess by the time I had to reach out to Resting Waters. They were soothing and accommodating, and allowed me as much time as I needed to say goodbye. They even let me cover his body in roses before his aquamation.A few days later, he was ready to come home. I was so touched by the thoughtful way they packaged his fur, paw prints, and the beautiful urn with his remains. Not a day goes by that I don’t look at his memorial with gratitude, knowing that Oscar was lovingly cared for until the very end.I highly recommend turning to Resting Waters when that heartbreaking day comes.

Tiffiny Whitney Mitchell

3 years ago

We just got our kitty back today. Resting Waters is AMAZING and I recommend them to anyone experiencing the loss of a pet for the dispensation of their loved one. It's a more eco-friendly way, less violent than traditional cremation, and you actually get more back in remains than you would in a traditional cremation. Additionally, they were AMZING in helping us have remembrances of our kitty (including giving us all of his fur, paw prints, and nose prints). I am so grateful to them and hope others work with them in the future.

Kim Kao

5 months ago

We recently just losted our 12 year old American Bully, Dro. The team at Resting Water were all so amazing and compassionate. We took our boy in on the same morning he passed away and they were able to get us in right away. Kale was so amazing and helped walk us through the whole process.The aquamation process actually didn't take too long. They were patient and was able to hold his ashes until we were able to find the right urn for our boy. They helped transfers his ashes from the scatter vessel we purchased to the new urn and also set aside a small amount of ashes for a jewelery I had customized that was purchased somewhere else. We also recieved fur clippings in a vial, certification of aquamation, paw ink prints and clay print. I live in the South area of King County and definitely will never go anywhere else. I highly recommend Resting Waters. My family and I can't thank you enough.

Sarah Klein

10 months ago

The Team at Resting Waters is beyond amazing. I used them for the first time a few years ago with our dog, Cadillac. I wanted the most gentle option for the most gentle dog I had ever known. This year I lost my girl Missy, and I knew immediately that I wanted to same care for her. Kail was so helpful, caring and patient. As well as the associate who contacted me that Missy was ready for pick up. I will always recommend Resting Waters, a gentle more environmentally friendly option. With an amazing staff that helps lessen the blow of a heartbreaking situation. I only wish there was a location here in Pierce County, but they are worth the trip!

Ceattle Seattle

7 months ago

Despite the crushingly sad circumstances of needing to send off our beloved pets, every step of the process at Resting Waters is handled so compassionately and gently by the wonderful staff. We appreciate the low environmental impact of aquamation and the cost isn’t that more than cremation. It’s hard to summarize it but the experience of bringing our dog here felt like we were really honoring her importance in our lives and treating her well even after her death.

Kurt Cepeda

8 months ago

We are truly grateful to the wonderful team at Resting Waters for their kind and dignified after care of our sweet pup Reagan. We lost Reagan unexpectedly after some sudden complications, and they were able to pick him up from the vet's office that same afternoon. We arranged for a viewing the next morning and it was very healing to see Reagan one final time the way that we would have wanted to remember him. We ordered some castings of Reagan's snout and paw and they turned out wonderfully in addition to his other mementos. It brought us great peace of mind to know that Reagan was so well cared for and we highly recommend their services.

nmikelson

2 years ago

Resting Waters was no less than phenomenal. When our precious darling Roxy passed, she was treated with such grace and care by Resting Waters. Darci, one of the owners was especially amazing. She listened to our needs and treated Roxy like the Queen she was. We are incredibly thankful that we were able to get our girl taken care of in the afterlife by Resting Waters; the love and compassion they have for pet owners going through such a painful loss is tremendous. Thank you so much for taking care of our girl.

Christopher Chen

2 years ago

There are experiences in life that, while heart wrenching and horrible to go through, bring some wonderful people out of the woodwork and remind you there is good in the world. Our dog passing away was one of those experiences for us and Kale and resting waters were those people. Our dog passed away on a Sunday from post surgical complications, too quickly for a visiting hospice to come. We were left with the choice of leaving his body in our home for 24 hours or finding a place to bring him for aftercare. Resting Waters was the only place open on weekends and it was perfect - Kale gave us a same day appointment and was responsive and so understanding and compassionate even on the phone. We appreciated the fact that they use aquamation which has a lower carbon footprint as well. We were given time to say our final goodbyes to our dog in a special room, and then took a walk to recover a bit at Lincoln Park afterwards. Then later when we picked up his ashes were given tokens to remember him by including a paw print and a lock of his hair. Highly recommend resting waters for when pet owners are unfortunately in need of these services.

Helen He

3 years ago

I’m so grateful for this facility - after we unexpectedly lost our kitten, we were able to get an appointment at Resting Waters right away. The staff was extremely kind and empathetic, and we felt 100% comfortable trusting them with our kitten’s last journey back to kitty star.With our package, we received a paw imprint (at a small extra cost), ink prints, fur clippings,A heartfelt card, along with the remains (very carefully packaged) in a beautiful wooden container and the certificate of aquamation.Everything was so well-packed that they survived a rogue attack from my other cat.

Hannah Van Eenoo

a year ago

Our sweet and zany boy Frank hopped over the rainbow bridge at the end of June. It was really sudden, even though he was 10, since he hadn't been visibly ailing. We were just in shock, unsure what to do, who to call, or even what questions to ask. My husband called Resting Waters since we had noticed it driving around WS.Kale walked him through the process on the phone and then he blocked out time for us to come the same day.with Frank. He was so incredibly kind to us and made us feel so understood, grieving for the loss of our rabbit. I wasn't sure what to expect, but I'm pretty used to people saying things like, "oh well it's just a rabbit." Kale kept referring to Frank as our beloved family member and showed so much care whilst being very informative and explaining things really calmly and clearly. We picked up Frank about a week later. His urn and the hand written card and all the packaging was really thoughtfully done.Thank you Kale! It really meant the world to us to have your support during that hard time. It takes a special person to sit comfortably with those in grief, we appreciate you ❤️

Hanna

2 years ago

I just brought my best friend home from Resting Waters. They took such good care of her and were so gentle with me in the hardest time of my life.The momentos they made are just beautiful. They were even kind enough to use a paw impression kit that I’d never taken the time to do myself while she was still with me.I’m so grateful for their compassion and kindness.

Syd Moray

3 years ago

I would highly recommend the lovely people here at Resting Waters, especially if your loved one isn't a fluffy cat/dog. They show so much compassion and understanding, without badgering us about paperwork right away. When our beautiful South American Orange Iguana, Brahm, passed, we called several places to get him cremated, two of which said they wouldn't take him because he's an exotic. That hurt alot. When I finally called Resting Waters, they were friendly and informative, without a trace of an issue with our exotic boy. We were also able to get him in quickly. Had I not called them so close to the end of their day, I probably could've gotten him there sooner, but we *unfortunately* don't get to choose when our babies leave us.

angel

3 years ago

My experience this week with the crew at Resting Waters has been exceptional, from the very first tearful call to just now, when I got the courage to open the prints they sent of my baby's claws and tail 😔Sometimes it's hard to find compassion when grieving any pet, but reptiles rarely inspire empathy. They were patient and kind throughout, and Darci let me mourn my Nairo in a way I didn't feel embarrassed about, nor need to justify. I'll never stop missing my little mama, but I'm so grateful that the Resting Waters team made me feel like my care for her didn't have to end with her last breath.

Niko Okamoto

3 years ago

I have had, unfortunately, the very sad experience of losing two beloved pets earlier this year. One was completely unexpected while the other was anticipated. Resting Waters provided caring, exceptional service for such an emotionally difficult time. I was able to make an appointment the next day in both cases. While you choose what service and receptacle you want, they will annoint the body with calming aromatics and stage your pet in the parlor area where you can say goodbye. I was able to take final, peaceful pictures of Fang and Curly to remember them by and hug them for the very last time. About a week later you'll get a call that your pet's remains are ready to pick up. Resting Waters' pandemic protocol was curbside pickup. Even though I'd chosen the low-cost route, I was surprised at how nice the whole package: box, certificate, packet of aromatics, ID - it all looked like it cost more, and yet the cost was on par (maybe even less) with what you'd spend at your vet. I know it sounds nutty but I felt fortunate discovering Resting Waters and the aquamation process. I will choose this method for myself when it's my time.

Alex Harwood

5 years ago

Wonderful experience using these guys , when my cat suddenly past away I was referred to Resting Waters , They offered a pick up service which is very convenient when grieving. When calling I was able to get a quick response and was able to have my cat picked up very quickly even when she came at 5pm during rush hour traffic which they were willing to do. There was never any pressure to buy anything that you were not expecting they simply offered serves which can be added. My cat was ready to return home within the two weeks that was quoted. I would highly recommend Resting Waters to anyone who is going thorough the grieving process with a pet

Jessica Deakin

3 years ago

Losing my baby boy to cancer was already extremely tough but Resting Waters was very helpful and empathic of the situation. They answered all my questions, worked with me to get him there, set up a nice staging area to say one last goodbye, & work with me to give him the best. I got his ashes back quick and securely. I appreciate what they did for us and how genuine they are with the procedure. I highly recommend them.

Beth

3 years ago

The very fact that you are in a position to be reading these reviews makes me assume you are enduring a unbearably painful time in your life and for that I can't express enough how much my heart breaks for you. But please rest assured that Resting Waters will care for your baby as if they were their own.On December 3rd we said goodbye to our baby boy, Alex, after having loved him for more than a decade. Darcy was very sympathetic and helpful over the phone and Kale, there are not enough words to praise Kale. If we were not in a pandemic I would have hugged that beautiful soul and I'm not a hugger. Kale drove up to Bothell to collect Alex on the 4th and he sat on the floor, pet his body and I could just tell this was a person who was going to love our baby for the short time he had him. And he did.We drove to their business today, the 11th to receive Alex's ashes and everything was packaged so carefully and beautifully. We received a vial of his soft black fur, card paper with his little paw prints, and a plaster pressing of his paw, and of course his ashes with an identifier tag to insure that he wasn't confused with another's sweet baby.(Pictures are of what we received, Alex and this grieving brother Nimbus, and the urn we ordered online)This is not a service anybody ever wants to need but as pet owners we will all find ourselves facing this eventually. I cannot recommend them enough. Their services are very inexpensive compared to traditional cremation but most importantly these people care so very much about their clients and the precious bodies they are trusted with. If you are planning for the future please go hug your baby and cherish them. If you are on the fence this is your sign. Use Resting Waters. You will be so comforted by their service.

Bryant Mitchell

a year ago

If I could give Resting Waters 10 stars I would.Both Kale and Darcy were amazing every step of the way, I don’t know how much better to put it. The kindness and compassion those two carry was incomparable, the services offered are priced reasonably and considerate, even compared to standard services at local vets, and the processes used (hydrolysis) are so much better for the earth than traditional cremation. This was extremely important to my partner and it’s all Resting Waters does.I wanted to put this review up from the first call I had, but I’m glad I waited, they just continued to knock it out of the park.As painful as it is to say, they have earned customers for life.

Emily Albrecht

7 years ago

Resting Waters recently handled the aftercare for my beloved dog Franklin. Joslin and Darci were both so wonderful throughout the process and it was such a beautiful experience from start to finish, including their gorgeous facility in West Seattle, as well as the lovely ombre container and ink paw print included at no extra cost. They also provide an aquamation ID tag with the remains upon pick up for peace of mind, which I really appreciated. I highly recommend Resting Waters.

Ashleigh Taylor

a year ago

I wish I could give Resting Waters 100 stars. If you read any of the reviews you would see that Kale is an exceptional person to work with. They are incredibly kind and understanding. They answered all my questions and were really able to put me at ease. My little Yoshi was an older guy but his passing was so sudden. I am in the human death care industry so I knew more than maybe a standard family coming in and I wanted to know pretty much everything that was happening and what was going to happen. Kale explained everything, and even made us laugh. They are an extremely comforting presence to be around and I was more than comfortable to leave my little guy with them. I know what standard of care we give to our humans that pass everyday and Kale never once made me feel like it was "just a dog" that had died. Our pets are such an integral part of our lives and honoring them at Resting Waters was the best decision I made in one of the worst times of my life. I really cant praise Kale and the whole Resting Waters Team enough! Thank you so much for everything

Sam Herrington

10 months ago

The folks here are so kind and did an amazing job with my Selene. The urn options are gorgeous, and they even did a full-shave (for only $50) so I could keep her fur. They also give you a complimentary paw print impression. Beyond all that, knowing my beloved friend was preserved for me in a way that is way better for the environment (aquamation vs cremation) is very helpful as well in my grief. I can't recommend Resting Waters enough.

Sam Akiko Buckley

7 years ago

Our cat passed away on New Years. And no cremation service was opened on Jan 1st. We found Resting Waters on Google and decided to call. They opened the office for us and gave us enough time to say good bye to him in a beautiful private area. He came back today. And we feel so peaceful to have him back.... Thank you so much for taking care of him.

April Burger

10 months ago

This place is AMAZING! Kale was wonderful throughout the whole process and was able to answer all of my questions. He was kind, patient and comforting during such a difficult and emotional time. We were able to get great quality imprints of our sweet Luna's paws. We also appreciated the tasteful selection of urns they offered. Could not recommend this place enough.

Philip Eldred

9 months ago

Thanks to the wonderful team at Resting Waters for providing such caring and compassionate service. It's always hard to lose a loved one, but their memory is an ongoing blessing. Thank you for being there for us in such a difficult time and for helping us to cherish our memories of our sweet friend Boudicca❤️

Cheri

2 years ago

The staff at Resting Waters, especially Kale and Darci, took wonderful care of my best friend when his time came. They were knowledgeable and very compassionate on the phone when I was calling to make arrangements, and Kale helped me bring my dog inside when I arrived with him the day after he passed. The whole process was very, very smooth from start to finish, and they made sure that my buddy was treated with love and care the whole way through. The urn we went with is beautiful and simple, and the paw print impression and ink looks better than any other I've seen.If you're considering aquamation for your pets when their time eventually comes, I cannot recommend Resting Waters enough. It eases my heart to know my pup was able to be processed there via water vs traditional cremation. I hope I don't have to use their services again for several years, but when our other dog gets to that point, I will absolutely be coming to them again.

Kyle DeMyer

a year ago

Resting Waters is simply above the rest when coming to pet funeral services. Our pet chinchilla, Sterling, recently died, and Kale made us feel welcomed and comfortable. It was very warm and inviting when we walked in, and we were able to have a small wake for our pet to say our final goodbyes. We would highly recommend.

Nicole Solano

3 years ago

We worked with Dr. Owens when our kitty was at the end of her life due to late stage feline leukemia. She came to our home to help us say goodbye, and took our girl to Resting Waters. The services they provided have given me so much comfort over the last few months. They have a beautiful selection of urns, when we got Butter back we got ink paw prints, ceramic paw prints, a vial of fur, a letter... it was beautiful. I know the drive into West Seattle is a bit of a headache right now, but it was worth it to honor our girl in the best way we could.

Megan Schutte

4 years ago

Resting Waters did a wonderful job with my guinea pig. She passed on a Sunday night and we were able to bring her to Resting Waters the next day. They clipped some hair from her and put it in a keepsake vial, took ink prints of her paws, and gave me a memorial clay piece with her pressed paw prints. I also purchased a simple wooden urn for her ashes that sits on my nightstand along with her clay paw prints and hair clipping.I really like the environmental aspect of aquamation, so Resting Waters was an obvious choice. I'm so happy I went here rather than doing the traditional cremation route with my vet. I paid around ~$180 for everything (aquamation, clay print, urn, etc.) which is the same price my vet quoted me for a traditional cremation (not including anything additional like an urn or clay paw imprints). I can't recommend this place enough. The customer service is excellent, the prices are fair, and they help make the pain of losing a pet a little bit easier by taking such good care of them. They will do a fantastic job with your pet just like they did with mine.

Angie Abel

4 years ago

Kind, compassionate, amazing people. We lost our beloved cat, Jade, on a Sunday. I called Resting Waters and I was just a mess. They were so patient and understanding. We took her in, not sure of what to expect, as this was our first time losing a pet. There was a beautiful bed set up on their back patio for our Jade, with 2 chairs for us to sit in and take time to say goodbye. We got her remains back, along with a lovely vial of her fur, a clay paw print with her name, and a handwritten letter from the company. I can not put into words how grateful we are.

Autumn Carnley

a year ago

I literally cannot find the words to describe how grateful I am for the way things went with them every step of the way. The person that was helping us was Kale, and I don’t know how to explain it but it was like he was born to do this. He had such a genuine and natural kindness and old soul thoughtfulness about him that I found myself able to willingly hand over my most precious little being after he had passed away, to Kale without completely going into a nervous breakdown like I had figured would happen when it came time. Kale was patient and never tried to rush us as we said our final goodbyes to our little man and I don’t remember what he said at the time but whatever it was, it was just what I needed to hear. I also LOVED that he was so able to to come pick him up from us here so we didn’t have to go through the trauma of trying to Uber with our dogs remains in our lap or something awful like that. When kale found out how close we lived, he said he could come by in the next hour or so after we called so that amazing too. He showered up with a comfy little dog travel bag with a clean and fuzzy comfy blanket as well as opposed to just some box or something like that, it was so comforting to know that is how my baby was going to be treated in Kales care. That said so much. And after he left, I got a call within 20 min or so from him to let me know they made it safely back to his office so I didn’t worry which again, wasn’t something I knew I needed to know but once I did, it meant the world to me and made me so much less on edge. When the time came, Kale called and told me “Buster is ready to come home now, so anytime you are ready for that, please let me know and I will bring him home but no rush, you take as much time as you need ok, he is safe here.” Which again, wasn’t something I thought I would need, but once kale said it, I was actually quite relieved that it was going to be able to be when we were ready and that it was ok. I know I am just blabbing on and on here but this is hard for me to write without getting very emotional because I loved my dog more then I have ever loved anything or anyone, ever, and so this was the darkest time for me and my boyfriend because Buster was the light of our world and I just can’t stress enough that while I recommend using Resting Waters services because they are second to none, it’s Kale who really made this an experience that didn’t make my heart hurt worse and actually made me feel better. Which is crazy because who feels better after having their dog remains prepared and brought back to you, it is when you have to face that it’s really the end. I am so grateful that we had Kale there to help us through that . He is a special person. And last but not least he did such a darling job on the paw prints and also the hair that he put in a little jar for us, I wasn’t sure how I was going to feel about that but right when I saw how nice it looked and that it was so much more comforting then I would have thought and that I am so glad he put so much love and care and kindness into the world and I am even more glad that there is people in this world that are have such a beautiful soul. I wouldn’t have wanted Buster to have gone anywhere else with anyone else. Thanks Kale and thanks Resting Waters, you are my angels!

Stefany Muller

2 years ago

This is my second time using Resting Waters and I recommend them highly. Incredibly compassionate - so necessary when saying goodbye to a beloved pet. Have had several friends recommend them in the past week so I know many others are also grateful they are here to help us.

Annie Kaufmann

2 years ago

I cannot recommend Resting Waters enough. My senior cat took a sudden turn for the worst which lead me to rushed googling of pet cremations close to me. Luckily, I stumbled upon Resting waters and clicked on their site. Once I read about their eco-friendly approach I was instantly sold. Not to mention the price is the same as a conventional cremation.They were very accommodating by offering to pick my cat up from the vet first thing in the morning after being euthanized so I wouldn't have to drive him myself. They do however have that option as well if that is preferred. I was told I'd have him back in 1-2 weeks but I was able to pick him up in less than a week, which was amazing.Now the most amazing part. Once I received my boy back they had the sweetest little bag ready for me which included his certificate of aquamation, stamped paw prints on thick cardstock, a beautiful hand written note, a glass jar of his fur clippings (both colors since he was a tuxedo), and his clay pawprint (I did pay extra for) with name that they painted with a light opalescent paint which makes it so much more beautiful. Also I opted to order my own urn, so they wrapped his ashes nice and neat in a plastic bag and then into a cloth little bag for safekeeping. They also include the metal tag stamped with their name, number, and his cremation/certificate number.Overall, I had an amazing experience with this company despite the unfortunate reason behind it.

Lu Lockwood, MBA, CPA

6 years ago

When I read about Resting Waters in the Sunday Pacific Northwest Magazine several months ago, I knew that we wanted to give them a try when we lost our senior kitty Lucky. I loved the idea of gentle aquamation versus cremation for him. When we let Lucky go almost 3 weeks ago, we coordinated with Darci to drop him off later that evening. She was very accommodating with the schedule. We loved the serene feeling and setting. We picked Lucky up yesterday. With his remains, we received a card with his pawprints, which we will cherish. Going forward, we will use Resting Waters for all of our furchildren.

Ahava Clarity

5 years ago

My cat passed away suddenly resting waters was the first place I called. The person who answered the phone was kind, caring and compassionate they got me in the next day. when I brought him in they told me to take all the time I needed to say good bye. I also appreciate that it is an aquamation that is safe for the environment and sounded like such a gentle to have my cat cremated. I had such an amazing experience with them. I highly recommend them.

Katie

4 years ago

Resting Waters took such good care of my dog Zoe and I last year, and they are so much more eco-friendly than a flame cremation for the same price. They also care so deeply for their clients and our beloved pets. I recommend them to every pet owner I know when their pets cross the rainbow bridge.

katey Houston

5 years ago

I’m not sure I can adequately put into words how wonderful the ladies at resting waters are.To put this in to perspective I traveled over an hour each way and spent significantly more money because I knew resting waters were the only folks I felt comfortable with.As a funeral director myself, I had many specific questions that were answered easily and without hesitation. From the first phone call I felt like Fig was the most important dog they had ever taken care of, it was evident they truly cared.On arrival the facility smells amazing, that’s weird I know, but my brain now has a good smell and sight association with saying goodbye.I was never rushed, given as much time as I needed to say my goodbyes and then allowed to place fig into the unit.I can not give enough stars here.Ladies keep doing what you are doing. You are bringing comfort to a place where there is often cold resignation.

Seanna Miriah

2 years ago

Resting Waters truly gives the utmost care during such an emotional and difficult time, memorializing your pet in so many loving ways like plaster castings and a grieving space. It takes a special kind of people to help you through it and I wouldn't trust anyone else but Darci and Joslin.

Jeff Russak

2 years ago

This place was so amazing. I had to make that tough choice for my 17 year old cat Quivers. I called Resting Waters that morning and they blocked out a time for me to bring her that same day. The woman was so nice and caring. My only knock is that the pick up is a little insensitive. You can't come inside in case you have questions or concearns. They just hand you a paper gift bag with the remains and off you go.

sudip debnath

3 years ago

It was a very pleasing experience during one of the most difficult times in life. They were very accommodating all the way from picking up our golden retriever Katie and extending the memorial service time so that our friends could join. These ladies did an amazing job giving Katie a bath and making her as pretty as ever. The whole process definitely eased the pain a bit. Thank you.

Shannon Smith

4 years ago

I cannot say enough about Resting Waters. They have provided after care to three of our furry family members and treated us with such calming compassion along the way.Kind, empathetic people. Beautiful, calm and healing space. Thank you Darci and Joslin.

Patty Sullivan

7 years ago

I would give this business 10 stars if I could. My best friend made the arrangements for me as I just couldn't do it and she said they were extremely nice and kind and helpful on the phone. I took care of the business end via email as I was at work and this was so helpful. I opted for my kitty to be "aquamated" by himself and I chose a lovely cedar box for his remains. This is the perfect way to have your beloved pet cremated without the use of fire. They offer a complimentary pickup service, which is a Godsend, and picked up my kitty at the vet's office (by appointment) shortly after he was put to sleep. In addition to the cedar box containing the remains, I had opted for a clay paw print and a very nice sympathy card was enclosed along with a certificate of cremation. The total cost was around $225.00 and worth every penney. It truly was death with dignity and I highly recommend doing business with Resting Waters should you lose a pet.

Tanjie Lowe

4 years ago

Would definitely recommend to friends! My pet Bunny passed away suddenly. Resting Waters was the first place I called, they availability the same day. They were also able to get me my pets remains very quick!

Krystal

5 years ago

I'm not sure I can describe the peace Resting Waters gave us after our dog passed away. Piper and Joslin were absolutely wonderful, warm and knowledgable about the aquamation process and are masters at holding space for grieving families. I'm so thankful for their help during a tough time.

Miriam Keith

3 years ago

I can't say enough good things about them. They are kind and compassionate, gentle and understanding. They work with lovely artists for their memorials and their pieces are enduring expressions of love. I couldn't bear to polute with my sweet service dogs remains and this was a perfect alternative to cremation. I can't recommend them highly enough.

The Good Witch Antares Wellness

4 years ago

The sisters cared for my sweet lab, Prince Charming, like he was theirs. I am forever thankful. There was a tenderness in the paw print, tuft of hair and whisker that were given to us. They all sit with his remains are on my shelf of honoring those who have died.

Crystal Payne

a year ago

I had to say goodbye to my boy a couple weeks ago. My husband and I were supposed to bury him but he was called into work. So there I was with my baby in the back of my car and I didn't know what to do. I started calling cremation places but they either weren't open or would be closed before I got there. I was in Tacoma. I got ahold of resting waters and explained my situation whole crying and freaking out a little because I was thinking I was going to have to keep my boy in the backseat all night. I just needed him out of my car. I made arrangements with her to drive there and the place just happened to be about half a block from my plac.. I didn't know if I'd make it in time befit they closed but the lady told me she'd stay open to I got there. After I got there she said if we decided the next day to bury Goliath she could hold him for us overnight and I could pick him up the next day. I couldn't deal with that and decided to just do the aquamation.. I'm so grateful she was there in my time of despair. I would definitely recommend this place.

nmikelson

2 years ago

Resting Waters was no less than phenomenal. When our precious darling Roxy passed, she was treated with such grace and care by Resting Waters. Darci, one of the owners was especially amazing. She listened to our needs and treated Roxy like the Queen she was. We are incredibly thankful that we were able to get our girl taken care of in the afterlife by Resting Waters; the love and compassion they have for pet owners going through such a painful loss is tremendous. Thank you so much for taking care of our girl.

Christopher Chen

2 years ago

There are experiences in life that, while heart wrenching and horrible to go through, bring some wonderful people out of the woodwork and remind you there is good in the world. Our dog passing away was one of those experiences for us and Kale and resting waters were those people. Our dog passed away on a Sunday from post surgical complications, too quickly for a visiting hospice to come. We were left with the choice of leaving his body in our home for 24 hours or finding a place to bring him for aftercare. Resting Waters was the only place open on weekends and it was perfect - Kale gave us a same day appointment and was responsive and so understanding and compassionate even on the phone. We appreciated the fact that they use aquamation which has a lower carbon footprint as well. We were given time to say our final goodbyes to our dog in a special room, and then took a walk to recover a bit at Lincoln Park afterwards. Then later when we picked up his ashes were given tokens to remember him by including a paw print and a lock of his hair. Highly recommend resting waters for when pet owners are unfortunately in need of these services.

Helen He

3 years ago

I’m so grateful for this facility - after we unexpectedly lost our kitten, we were able to get an appointment at Resting Waters right away. The staff was extremely kind and empathetic, and we felt 100% comfortable trusting them with our kitten’s last journey back to kitty star.With our package, we received a paw imprint (at a small extra cost), ink prints, fur clippings,A heartfelt card, along with the remains (very carefully packaged) in a beautiful wooden container and the certificate of aquamation.Everything was so well-packed that they survived a rogue attack from my other cat.

Hannah Van Eenoo

a year ago

Our sweet and zany boy Frank hopped over the rainbow bridge at the end of June. It was really sudden, even though he was 10, since he hadn't been visibly ailing. We were just in shock, unsure what to do, who to call, or even what questions to ask. My husband called Resting Waters since we had noticed it driving around WS.Kale walked him through the process on the phone and then he blocked out time for us to come the same day.with Frank. He was so incredibly kind to us and made us feel so understood, grieving for the loss of our rabbit. I wasn't sure what to expect, but I'm pretty used to people saying things like, "oh well it's just a rabbit." Kale kept referring to Frank as our beloved family member and showed so much care whilst being very informative and explaining things really calmly and clearly. We picked up Frank about a week later. His urn and the hand written card and all the packaging was really thoughtfully done.Thank you Kale! It really meant the world to us to have your support during that hard time. It takes a special person to sit comfortably with those in grief, we appreciate you ❤️

Hanna

2 years ago

I just brought my best friend home from Resting Waters. They took such good care of her and were so gentle with me in the hardest time of my life.The momentos they made are just beautiful. They were even kind enough to use a paw impression kit that I’d never taken the time to do myself while she was still with me.I’m so grateful for their compassion and kindness.

Syd Moray

3 years ago

I would highly recommend the lovely people here at Resting Waters, especially if your loved one isn't a fluffy cat/dog. They show so much compassion and understanding, without badgering us about paperwork right away. When our beautiful South American Orange Iguana, Brahm, passed, we called several places to get him cremated, two of which said they wouldn't take him because he's an exotic. That hurt alot. When I finally called Resting Waters, they were friendly and informative, without a trace of an issue with our exotic boy. We were also able to get him in quickly. Had I not called them so close to the end of their day, I probably could've gotten him there sooner, but we *unfortunately* don't get to choose when our babies leave us.

angel

3 years ago

My experience this week with the crew at Resting Waters has been exceptional, from the very first tearful call to just now, when I got the courage to open the prints they sent of my baby's claws and tail 😔Sometimes it's hard to find compassion when grieving any pet, but reptiles rarely inspire empathy. They were patient and kind throughout, and Darci let me mourn my Nairo in a way I didn't feel embarrassed about, nor need to justify. I'll never stop missing my little mama, but I'm so grateful that the Resting Waters team made me feel like my care for her didn't have to end with her last breath.

Niko Okamoto

3 years ago

I have had, unfortunately, the very sad experience of losing two beloved pets earlier this year. One was completely unexpected while the other was anticipated. Resting Waters provided caring, exceptional service for such an emotionally difficult time. I was able to make an appointment the next day in both cases. While you choose what service and receptacle you want, they will annoint the body with calming aromatics and stage your pet in the parlor area where you can say goodbye. I was able to take final, peaceful pictures of Fang and Curly to remember them by and hug them for the very last time. About a week later you'll get a call that your pet's remains are ready to pick up. Resting Waters' pandemic protocol was curbside pickup. Even though I'd chosen the low-cost route, I was surprised at how nice the whole package: box, certificate, packet of aromatics, ID - it all looked like it cost more, and yet the cost was on par (maybe even less) with what you'd spend at your vet. I know it sounds nutty but I felt fortunate discovering Resting Waters and the aquamation process. I will choose this method for myself when it's my time.

Alex Harwood

5 years ago

Wonderful experience using these guys , when my cat suddenly past away I was referred to Resting Waters , They offered a pick up service which is very convenient when grieving. When calling I was able to get a quick response and was able to have my cat picked up very quickly even when she came at 5pm during rush hour traffic which they were willing to do. There was never any pressure to buy anything that you were not expecting they simply offered serves which can be added. My cat was ready to return home within the two weeks that was quoted. I would highly recommend Resting Waters to anyone who is going thorough the grieving process with a pet

Jessica Deakin

3 years ago

Losing my baby boy to cancer was already extremely tough but Resting Waters was very helpful and empathic of the situation. They answered all my questions, worked with me to get him there, set up a nice staging area to say one last goodbye, & work with me to give him the best. I got his ashes back quick and securely. I appreciate what they did for us and how genuine they are with the procedure. I highly recommend them.

Kai Groves

7 years ago

My cat passed away suddenly a little over a week ago and I can't express the kindness and compassion that Darci provided through a very difficult time. We brought her home today for the last time. This place is truly passionate about honoring the life of your pet and provides only the best in afterlife care along with beautiful remembrance items. I can't recommend this place highly enough.

Christiaan Visser

a year ago

Absolutely would recommend to anyone going through the loss of their pet. From our first call after our cat passing to having the remains returned to us a few days later, every interaction was kind and respectful.

Chris Ronk

4 years ago

I will definitely be using Resting Waters when the time comes for my handsome cat Teo. When I learned of his diagnosis, I had a lot of questions. But Darci and Joslin addressed my concerns with a compassion, gentleness and grace that let me know how much I could trust them beyond just my questions. Thank you for being there, friends--I feel much better prepared knowing you'll be there for me <3

Sarah Combs

a year ago

Kale and the staff at Resting Waters is wonderful. They treated me and Cricket with the utmost respect and care. I will forever be grateful for their services.

Karen Reynolds

4 years ago

The staff was amazing, professional and compassionate. It helped the grief of losing my cat and brought me comfort knowing he was in the hands of someone who would treat him as if he were their own. I cannot recommend them enough.

Jeannette McDonald

5 years ago

I had a wonderful experience with this company after the heartbreaking loss of my dog. They were kind and professional, even arranging to accomdate me when i could not make it to the their office to pick up his remains. The remains came beautifully packaged and even included a keepsake paw print and a vial of fur, very nice touches that meant a lot.

Stephanie Lee

4 years ago

I have trusted resting waters with three of my pets. They have always been so kind and caring in the process and have made everything easier to transition. I truly trust them and will always recommend them to those who are seeking pet rememberance services.

Kaleena

a year ago

I have one complaint and it’s that since I am human, I cannot also be cremated here when I pass. Thank you Joslin for your kindness, and providing such a unique service that’s still so affordable (and one of the few cremation sites to have cost transparency).

Joshua Grahl

2 years ago

Joslin and the gentlemen that assisted ( I feel terrible for forgetting his name) were an immeasurable comfort. I feel so fortunate and grateful for their kindness and tenderness. They made me feel like my kitty’s last stop was a place of love.

Aj Casey

3 years ago

Resting Waters was even more amazing than we expected. They were so thoughtful and caring throughout the process; the urn we got from them was beautiful and the paw prints were perfect.

Nicole Solano

3 years ago

We worked with Dr. Owens when our kitty was at the end of her life due to late stage feline leukemia. She came to our home to help us say goodbye, and took our girl to Resting Waters. The services they provided have given me so much comfort over the last few months. They have a beautiful selection of urns, when we got Butter back we got ink paw prints, ceramic paw prints, a vial of fur, a letter... it was beautiful. I know the drive into West Seattle is a bit of a headache right now, but it was worth it to honor our girl in the best way we could.

Megan Schutte

4 years ago

Resting Waters did a wonderful job with my guinea pig. She passed on a Sunday night and we were able to bring her to Resting Waters the next day. They clipped some hair from her and put it in a keepsake vial, took ink prints of her paws, and gave me a memorial clay piece with her pressed paw prints. I also purchased a simple wooden urn for her ashes that sits on my nightstand along with her clay paw prints and hair clipping.I really like the environmental aspect of aquamation, so Resting Waters was an obvious choice. I'm so happy I went here rather than doing the traditional cremation route with my vet. I paid around ~$180 for everything (aquamation, clay print, urn, etc.) which is the same price my vet quoted me for a traditional cremation (not including anything additional like an urn or clay paw imprints). I can't recommend this place enough. The customer service is excellent, the prices are fair, and they help make the pain of losing a pet a little bit easier by taking such good care of them. They will do a fantastic job with your pet just like they did with mine.

Angie Abel

4 years ago

Kind, compassionate, amazing people. We lost our beloved cat, Jade, on a Sunday. I called Resting Waters and I was just a mess. They were so patient and understanding. We took her in, not sure of what to expect, as this was our first time losing a pet. There was a beautiful bed set up on their back patio for our Jade, with 2 chairs for us to sit in and take time to say goodbye. We got her remains back, along with a lovely vial of her fur, a clay paw print with her name, and a handwritten letter from the company. I can not put into words how grateful we are.

Autumn Carnley

a year ago

I literally cannot find the words to describe how grateful I am for the way things went with them every step of the way. The person that was helping us was Kale, and I don’t know how to explain it but it was like he was born to do this. He had such a genuine and natural kindness and old soul thoughtfulness about him that I found myself able to willingly hand over my most precious little being after he had passed away, to Kale without completely going into a nervous breakdown like I had figured would happen when it came time. Kale was patient and never tried to rush us as we said our final goodbyes to our little man and I don’t remember what he said at the time but whatever it was, it was just what I needed to hear. I also LOVED that he was so able to to come pick him up from us here so we didn’t have to go through the trauma of trying to Uber with our dogs remains in our lap or something awful like that. When kale found out how close we lived, he said he could come by in the next hour or so after we called so that amazing too. He showered up with a comfy little dog travel bag with a clean and fuzzy comfy blanket as well as opposed to just some box or something like that, it was so comforting to know that is how my baby was going to be treated in Kales care. That said so much. And after he left, I got a call within 20 min or so from him to let me know they made it safely back to his office so I didn’t worry which again, wasn’t something I knew I needed to know but once I did, it meant the world to me and made me so much less on edge. When the time came, Kale called and told me “Buster is ready to come home now, so anytime you are ready for that, please let me know and I will bring him home but no rush, you take as much time as you need ok, he is safe here.” Which again, wasn’t something I thought I would need, but once kale said it, I was actually quite relieved that it was going to be able to be when we were ready and that it was ok. I know I am just blabbing on and on here but this is hard for me to write without getting very emotional because I loved my dog more then I have ever loved anything or anyone, ever, and so this was the darkest time for me and my boyfriend because Buster was the light of our world and I just can’t stress enough that while I recommend using Resting Waters services because they are second to none, it’s Kale who really made this an experience that didn’t make my heart hurt worse and actually made me feel better. Which is crazy because who feels better after having their dog remains prepared and brought back to you, it is when you have to face that it’s really the end. I am so grateful that we had Kale there to help us through that . He is a special person. And last but not least he did such a darling job on the paw prints and also the hair that he put in a little jar for us, I wasn’t sure how I was going to feel about that but right when I saw how nice it looked and that it was so much more comforting then I would have thought and that I am so glad he put so much love and care and kindness into the world and I am even more glad that there is people in this world that are have such a beautiful soul. I wouldn’t have wanted Buster to have gone anywhere else with anyone else. Thanks Kale and thanks Resting Waters, you are my angels!

Stefany Muller

2 years ago

This is my second time using Resting Waters and I recommend them highly. Incredibly compassionate - so necessary when saying goodbye to a beloved pet. Have had several friends recommend them in the past week so I know many others are also grateful they are here to help us.

Annie Kaufmann

2 years ago

I cannot recommend Resting Waters enough. My senior cat took a sudden turn for the worst which lead me to rushed googling of pet cremations close to me. Luckily, I stumbled upon Resting waters and clicked on their site. Once I read about their eco-friendly approach I was instantly sold. Not to mention the price is the same as a conventional cremation.They were very accommodating by offering to pick my cat up from the vet first thing in the morning after being euthanized so I wouldn't have to drive him myself. They do however have that option as well if that is preferred. I was told I'd have him back in 1-2 weeks but I was able to pick him up in less than a week, which was amazing.Now the most amazing part. Once I received my boy back they had the sweetest little bag ready for me which included his certificate of aquamation, stamped paw prints on thick cardstock, a beautiful hand written note, a glass jar of his fur clippings (both colors since he was a tuxedo), and his clay pawprint (I did pay extra for) with name that they painted with a light opalescent paint which makes it so much more beautiful. Also I opted to order my own urn, so they wrapped his ashes nice and neat in a plastic bag and then into a cloth little bag for safekeeping. They also include the metal tag stamped with their name, number, and his cremation/certificate number.Overall, I had an amazing experience with this company despite the unfortunate reason behind it.

Lu Lockwood, MBA, CPA

6 years ago

When I read about Resting Waters in the Sunday Pacific Northwest Magazine several months ago, I knew that we wanted to give them a try when we lost our senior kitty Lucky. I loved the idea of gentle aquamation versus cremation for him. When we let Lucky go almost 3 weeks ago, we coordinated with Darci to drop him off later that evening. She was very accommodating with the schedule. We loved the serene feeling and setting. We picked Lucky up yesterday. With his remains, we received a card with his pawprints, which we will cherish. Going forward, we will use Resting Waters for all of our furchildren.

Ahava Clarity

5 years ago

My cat passed away suddenly resting waters was the first place I called. The person who answered the phone was kind, caring and compassionate they got me in the next day. when I brought him in they told me to take all the time I needed to say good bye. I also appreciate that it is an aquamation that is safe for the environment and sounded like such a gentle to have my cat cremated. I had such an amazing experience with them. I highly recommend them.

Katie

4 years ago

Resting Waters took such good care of my dog Zoe and I last year, and they are so much more eco-friendly than a flame cremation for the same price. They also care so deeply for their clients and our beloved pets. I recommend them to every pet owner I know when their pets cross the rainbow bridge.

katey Houston

5 years ago

I’m not sure I can adequately put into words how wonderful the ladies at resting waters are.To put this in to perspective I traveled over an hour each way and spent significantly more money because I knew resting waters were the only folks I felt comfortable with.As a funeral director myself, I had many specific questions that were answered easily and without hesitation. From the first phone call I felt like Fig was the most important dog they had ever taken care of, it was evident they truly cared.On arrival the facility smells amazing, that’s weird I know, but my brain now has a good smell and sight association with saying goodbye.I was never rushed, given as much time as I needed to say my goodbyes and then allowed to place fig into the unit.I can not give enough stars here.Ladies keep doing what you are doing. You are bringing comfort to a place where there is often cold resignation.

Seanna Miriah

2 years ago

Resting Waters truly gives the utmost care during such an emotional and difficult time, memorializing your pet in so many loving ways like plaster castings and a grieving space. It takes a special kind of people to help you through it and I wouldn't trust anyone else but Darci and Joslin.

Jeff Russak

2 years ago

This place was so amazing. I had to make that tough choice for my 17 year old cat Quivers. I called Resting Waters that morning and they blocked out a time for me to bring her that same day. The woman was so nice and caring. My only knock is that the pick up is a little insensitive. You can't come inside in case you have questions or concearns. They just hand you a paper gift bag with the remains and off you go.

sudip debnath

3 years ago

It was a very pleasing experience during one of the most difficult times in life. They were very accommodating all the way from picking up our golden retriever Katie and extending the memorial service time so that our friends could join. These ladies did an amazing job giving Katie a bath and making her as pretty as ever. The whole process definitely eased the pain a bit. Thank you.

Shannon Smith

4 years ago

I cannot say enough about Resting Waters. They have provided after care to three of our furry family members and treated us with such calming compassion along the way.Kind, empathetic people. Beautiful, calm and healing space. Thank you Darci and Joslin.

Patty Sullivan

7 years ago

I would give this business 10 stars if I could. My best friend made the arrangements for me as I just couldn't do it and she said they were extremely nice and kind and helpful on the phone. I took care of the business end via email as I was at work and this was so helpful. I opted for my kitty to be "aquamated" by himself and I chose a lovely cedar box for his remains. This is the perfect way to have your beloved pet cremated without the use of fire. They offer a complimentary pickup service, which is a Godsend, and picked up my kitty at the vet's office (by appointment) shortly after he was put to sleep. In addition to the cedar box containing the remains, I had opted for a clay paw print and a very nice sympathy card was enclosed along with a certificate of cremation. The total cost was around $225.00 and worth every penney. It truly was death with dignity and I highly recommend doing business with Resting Waters should you lose a pet.

Tanjie Lowe

4 years ago

Would definitely recommend to friends! My pet Bunny passed away suddenly. Resting Waters was the first place I called, they availability the same day. They were also able to get me my pets remains very quick!

Krystal

5 years ago

I'm not sure I can describe the peace Resting Waters gave us after our dog passed away. Piper and Joslin were absolutely wonderful, warm and knowledgable about the aquamation process and are masters at holding space for grieving families. I'm so thankful for their help during a tough time.

Miriam Keith

3 years ago

I can't say enough good things about them. They are kind and compassionate, gentle and understanding. They work with lovely artists for their memorials and their pieces are enduring expressions of love. I couldn't bear to polute with my sweet service dogs remains and this was a perfect alternative to cremation. I can't recommend them highly enough.

The Good Witch Antares Wellness

4 years ago

The sisters cared for my sweet lab, Prince Charming, like he was theirs. I am forever thankful. There was a tenderness in the paw print, tuft of hair and whisker that were given to us. They all sit with his remains are on my shelf of honoring those who have died.

Crystal Payne

a year ago

I had to say goodbye to my boy a couple weeks ago. My husband and I were supposed to bury him but he was called into work. So there I was with my baby in the back of my car and I didn't know what to do. I started calling cremation places but they either weren't open or would be closed before I got there. I was in Tacoma. I got ahold of resting waters and explained my situation whole crying and freaking out a little because I was thinking I was going to have to keep my boy in the backseat all night. I just needed him out of my car. I made arrangements with her to drive there and the place just happened to be about half a block from my plac.. I didn't know if I'd make it in time befit they closed but the lady told me she'd stay open to I got there. After I got there she said if we decided the next day to bury Goliath she could hold him for us overnight and I could pick him up the next day. I couldn't deal with that and decided to just do the aquamation.. I'm so grateful she was there in my time of despair. I would definitely recommend this place.

Mary Murphy

4 years ago

I have collaborated with Resting Waters on many occasions, and they are always so generous, kind, and informative. Their care is second to none! Joslin and Darcy, along with their team, ensure that the experience is personal, heart felt, and supportive. I would highly recommend them and their services.

hethir pharr

a year ago

I dropped off my old dog after euthanasia and was met with warmth and compassion. this sweet place is a gift for pet lovers and mourners.

sandra nambo

6 years ago

We took our bunny Baily when he passed,they treated us with kindnesses and understandment. They really care, I wouldn't go to anyone else. Thank you Resting Waters for taking care of our Baily..

Ryan O'Hargan (RyanXWing)

2 years ago

Took my girlfriend witg her ginger tabby boy Oxford who had passed over night. Very calm place with very respectful employee who greeted us. It made the process just that little bit easier and I am incredibly grateful for the help on that difficult day.

Peter Beach

2 years ago

Resting Waters has been a huge comfort in hard times, thank you so much to the staff for your kindness, respect, and everything you do. It means a lot.

Shandon Armstrong

5 years ago

These ladies got me through one of the worst days of my life. On a day that I didn’t think anything could make me feel better, they gave me some calm in my heart. I felt so much better knowing that they had my dog after he died, and that he was still being treated like a pet instead of a body. I don’t know how they keep it up day after day, but I’m so grateful that they do

Maria Albacea

2 months ago

I did bring my dog here and the customer and staff are compasionate of your dog lost

Kirsten Rarich

2 years ago

We took our small pet who passed away here and received great care and compassion. The staff are incredibly kind and did a very nice job at every stage of the process.

M Hill

4 years ago

The staff at resting waters truly cares about the service they provide. Very professional and kind throughout our entire situation. Very grateful to have chosen them to take care of our loved one. I strongly recommend them.

Nicole Curry

a year ago

I received the call to come pick up my beloved girl. The last thing that was said to me was "I'll take care of her for you." It was a comfort to know how important and valued she is to me.

Kai Groves

7 years ago

My cat passed away suddenly a little over a week ago and I can't express the kindness and compassion that Darci provided through a very difficult time. We brought her home today for the last time. This place is truly passionate about honoring the life of your pet and provides only the best in afterlife care along with beautiful remembrance items. I can't recommend this place highly enough.

Christiaan Visser

a year ago

Absolutely would recommend to anyone going through the loss of their pet. From our first call after our cat passing to having the remains returned to us a few days later, every interaction was kind and respectful.

Chris Ronk

4 years ago

I will definitely be using Resting Waters when the time comes for my handsome cat Teo. When I learned of his diagnosis, I had a lot of questions. But Darci and Joslin addressed my concerns with a compassion, gentleness and grace that let me know how much I could trust them beyond just my questions. Thank you for being there, friends--I feel much better prepared knowing you'll be there for me <3

Sarah Combs

a year ago

Kale and the staff at Resting Waters is wonderful. They treated me and Cricket with the utmost respect and care. I will forever be grateful for their services.

Karen Reynolds

4 years ago

The staff was amazing, professional and compassionate. It helped the grief of losing my cat and brought me comfort knowing he was in the hands of someone who would treat him as if he were their own. I cannot recommend them enough.

Jeannette McDonald

5 years ago

I had a wonderful experience with this company after the heartbreaking loss of my dog. They were kind and professional, even arranging to accomdate me when i could not make it to the their office to pick up his remains. The remains came beautifully packaged and even included a keepsake paw print and a vial of fur, very nice touches that meant a lot.

Stephanie Lee

4 years ago

I have trusted resting waters with three of my pets. They have always been so kind and caring in the process and have made everything easier to transition. I truly trust them and will always recommend them to those who are seeking pet rememberance services.

Kaleena

a year ago

I have one complaint and it’s that since I am human, I cannot also be cremated here when I pass. Thank you Joslin for your kindness, and providing such a unique service that’s still so affordable (and one of the few cremation sites to have cost transparency).

Joshua Grahl

2 years ago

Joslin and the gentlemen that assisted ( I feel terrible for forgetting his name) were an immeasurable comfort. I feel so fortunate and grateful for their kindness and tenderness. They made me feel like my kitty’s last stop was a place of love.

Aj Casey

3 years ago

Resting Waters was even more amazing than we expected. They were so thoughtful and caring throughout the process; the urn we got from them was beautiful and the paw prints were perfect.

Mackenzie Krell

6 months ago

Everyone is very kind, very gentle and helpful. Prices were in line with any other service we looked at.

Rodney Kei

7 years ago

Resting Waters, they are amazing! My Emiko (18yrs) recently passed and Joslin assisted me in this difficult time. Took the time to listen to all of my Emiko stories! Would recommend to anyone!!!

Jennifer Alexander

2 years ago

We are so grateful for the compassion of Resting Waters and of the great care they took with our best friend when his time came.

Anita Mcclain

4 years ago

They help out my grandma with her cat pebbles that passed away today an even came to pick her up when my grandma could cone to them and my grandma us so thankful for there help with her cuz she had no idea what she was going to do they helped out big time thanks for everything everything😃

B P

2 years ago

Can't recommend them enough. Everyone I spoke to has been incredibly empathetic and respectful which has made this difficult transition a whole lot easier.