Rainbow Bridge Pet Cremation

About Rainbow Bridge Pet Cremation

Rainbow Bridge Pet Cremation is a private cremation program offered through the Nebraska Humane Society (NHS) at 8929 Fort Street in Omaha, Nebraska. Named after the well-known poem about pets crossing the Rainbow Bridge, the program was built on the philosophy that every pet is unforgettable and unique, and deserves an individual farewell. A second location in Gretna, at 13597 S 217th St, is available for families in the south metro area by appointment. The program is available seven days a week at the Omaha location, with no appointment needed during regular hours.

What distinguishes Rainbow Bridge from many cremation providers is its strict private-only model: one pet is cremated at a time, hand-placed into the crematorium, and the ash hand-collected and placed into a container of the family's choice. This process ensures that the remains returned to a family are definitively those of their own pet. An added dimension of meaning comes from the fact that Rainbow Bridge proceeds stay within the Nebraska Humane Society, directly funding medical care, shelter, and rehabilitation for animals in need — so in caring for your pet, you are also caring for others.

Services Offered

Rainbow Bridge Pet Cremation provides the following services to families in the Omaha, Nebraska area:

• Private Pet Cremation — individual cremations performed daily, in order of arrival
• Veterinary Coordination — works with clinics throughout Omaha, Council Bluffs, and surrounding areas
• Cremation Packages and Urns — a variety of containers and memorial keepsake options
• Personalized Memorial Bricks — engraved bricks placed along the NHS entrance walkway as a lasting tribute

What to Expect

Families can access Rainbow Bridge services through their veterinarian — simply inform your vet that you are choosing Rainbow Bridge for aftercare, and the clinic can arrange transport. Alternatively, you may bring your pet directly to the Nebraska Humane Society's main building during business hours with no appointment required; just let the desk attendant know you need Rainbow Bridge services. Cremation turnaround typically runs three to seven business days due to the individual process. NHS will notify you when the cremation is complete, and remains can be picked up at the NHS customer service desk or at your veterinarian's office if that was arranged.