Memorial & Remembrance · September 22, 2026 · 4 min read
What to Put on a Pet Memorial Keepsake
Engraving is unforgiving: there's no editing it later. Here's what fits, what reads well at small sizes, and the lines people return to.
The basics that always work
Name. Dates. That's a complete memorial, and it ages well.
Short lines people choose
Four to six words is the sweet spot for jewelry and ornaments.
- Forever loved.
- Always in our hearts.
- Until we meet again.
- Loved beyond words.
- My good boy. / My good girl.
- Best friend, always.
How much text fits
On a pendant of roughly one inch, plan for a name plus one short line, or a name plus dates. On an ornament you can comfortably add a third line. On a framed print you have room for a longer message, but restraint still reads better.
Formatting dates
Years alone (2011 – 2024) age better than full dates and are easier to read at engraving sizes. Use an en dash with spaces.
