Will You See Your Pets in Heaven?

I truly believe with all of my heart that you will see your precious pet again in heaven. I really do. But what does the Word of God say about animals in heaven? After Sappy passed away, my spirit needed to know. Because I'm a Christian, I went to my Bible and started searching scriptures. I prayed a lot before diving into His devine Word and God led me to several scriptures in the Bible.

If I didn't trust in God's Word and believe in my heart that our Lord truly has a plan for our pets, I wouldn't be leading the Sappy Pet Loss/Grief Support Group of San Antonio, or hosting this Blog site with this information and research.

First of all, animals are without sin, therefore, they will be restored, not redeemed. Only humans need redemption and that's the difference between animals and humans. People were created in the likeness of God and animals were created for man. People have dominion over the animals. So, the bottom line is that God has called you and me to be good stewards of the animal kingdom. Most of you reading this blog page have been very good stewards of your precious pets, that's why it hurts so deeply to lose them. You've done good! You're taken good care of your fur baby and friend. Read the following Bible verses. I hope they bring you some comfort, like they did for me. The Lord Jesus Christ made it possible for us to someday see our precious pets again. Animals are innocent and sinless. We're the ones who need forgiveness, redemption for eternal life in heaven. I know without a doubt that my Sappy is in heaven and I've made sure that I will get there to see him again too.

Genesis : 9, 13-17 "I have set My rainbow in the clouds, and it will be the sign of the covenant between Me and the earth. Whenever I bring clouds over the earth and the rainbow appears in the clouds, I will remember my covenant between Me and you and all living creatures of every kind. Never again will the waters become a flood to destroy all life. Whenever the rainbow appears in the clouds, I will see it and remember the everlasting covenant between God and all living creatures of every kind on the earth." So God said to Noah, "This is the sign of the covenant I have established between Me and all life on the earth."
Revelation 5:13 "And every creature which is in heaven, and on the earth, and under the earth, and such as are in the sea, and ALL that are in them, hear I saying, "Blessing, and honor, and glory, and power, be unto Him that sitteth upon the throne, and unto the lamb forever and ever."
Matthew 10:29 "Are not two sparrows sold for a cent? And yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from your Father."
Genesis : 9, 13-17 "The same fate awaits man and animals alike."
Ecclesiastes 3:18-21 "I decided that God is testing us, to show us that we are no better than animals. After all, the same fate awaits man and animals alike. One dies just like the other. They are the same kind of creature. A human being is no better off than an animal, because life has no meaning for either. They are both going to the same place -- the dust. They both came from it; they will both go back to it. How can anyone be sure that a man's spirit goes upward while an animal's spirit goes down into the ground?"
Job 12:9-10 "Who knoweth not in all these that the hand of the Lord hath wrought this? In whose hand is the soul of every living thing, and the breath of all mankind."
Animals are Innocent." Romans 8:21-22 "Because the creature itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God. For we know that the whole creation groaneth and travaileth in pain together until now."
Genesis 9:8-16 "Thus also said God to Noah and to his sons with him, behold, I establish my covenant with you and with your seed after you; And with every living soul that is with you, as well in all birds as in cattle and beasts of the earth, that are come forth out of the ark, I will establish my covenant with you, and all flesh shall be no more destroyed with the waters of a flood. This is the sign of the covenant which I give between me and you, and to every living soul that is with you, for perpetual generations. And I will remember my covenant with you, and with every living soul that beareth flesh: and there shall no more be waters of a flood to destroy all flesh. And the bow shall be in the clouds, and I shall see it, and shall remember the everlasting covenant that was made between God and every living soul of all flesh which is upon the earth."
Revelations19:11 "Then I saw Heaven opened, and behold, a white horse."
Proverbs 12:10 "A righteous man cares for the needs of his animal."
Psalms 50:10-11 "Every animal of the forest is mine, and the cattle on a thousand hills. I know every bird in the mountains, and the creatures of the field are mine."
Job 12:7-10 "Ask the animals, and they will teach you."
Revelation 5:8-13 "All creatures recognize Jesus as the Savior of the world and praise God right along with redeemed men."
Psalm 145:-9-10,13,15-21 "Though all creatures are subject to man's cruelty, God loves all His creation and has made plans for all His children and the lesser creatures to enjoy His eternal Kingdom."
Romans 8:19 "The lesser creatures await Christ's return to redeem the sons of God so they, too, will be released from physical death to eternal life."
Revelation 5:13 "And every creature which is in heaven, and on earth, and under the earth, and such as are in the sea, and all that are in them, heard I saying. Blessing, and honour, and glory, and power, be unto him that sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb for ever and ever."
Romans 8:21-22 "Because the creature itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God. For we know that the whole creation groaneth and travaileth in pain together until now."

SAPPY Pet Loss Support Gatherings

I'm so glad that you surfed your way to this blog page. Pets are more than just a dog, cat, horse, bird. They are part of our families!
If you recently lost a precious pet or know of someone who is grieving the loss of a pet, this is one place to find support.
The SAPPY Pet Loss/Grief Support Group of San Antonio was organized in 2003, after my husband Jim and I said farewell to our precious 14-year-old longhaired Chihuahua, Sappy. Our little Sappy brought so much joy to our hearts and home. When our veterinarian gave us the grim news about his bladdar cancer, we were devastated. And, when the day arrived for us to euthanize him, it was the worse day of our lives. But, thanks to our faith in God, we are doing well and reaching out to other pet parents who are experiencing the same or similar circumstances. My little Sappywas part of our lives for 14 wonderful years and our grief was deep for several months, years.
There wasn't a place where we could share our grief, so we decided to begin this very special support group in memory of Sappy and all those wonderful pets we love so much. This support group was started especially with you in mind. Jim and I understand the grief that comes after losing a precious pet. Our pets aren't just pets, they are part of our family. They are like children to some of us and like best friends to others.
Our pets are a huge part of our daily lives. And, you deserve to grieve and share with others who understand your loss. Our little Sappy was a 6-pound Chihuahua. He was adorable. Gosh, we love him so very much.
We truly understand. At SAPPY, you will meet some of the most wonderful pet parents on earth. We are currently gathering once a month on the fourth Tuesday of the month. Call for more information at (210) 216-0920 or email at sappypetloss@sbcglobal.net.

Max and Megan

These two beautiful doggies belong to my good friends Boni and Charlie. Both Max and Megan went to heaven where they are happy, healthy and in God's care.