31 Best Funeral Songs For Dogs

“The Day You Went Away” by Wendy Matthews

Song Year: 1992

“The Day You Went Away” is a tune originally written by Johnny Male and recorded by an Australian singer Wendy Matthews.

This song explains the difficulties people who’ve lost their loved ones normally go through. You may feel like the world is empty and you’re alone. Dog owners who have recently lost their pets can relate to this song.

“Ghost of Buddy” by Wisdom in Chains

Song Year: 2012

“Ghost of Buddy” is an energetic punk rock track by Wisdom in Chains. This song is unique compared to other dog funeral songs. Instead of sitting and wallowing in pain, you can scream along and release your emotions. It features powerful guitar riffs and fast drum beats, setting the mood for a powerful no-holds-barred performance.

The song mainly talks about a dog that was put down. It expresses the pet owner’s emotion before making the tough decision and how difficult it was to deal with the loss.

“I Will Remember You” by Sarah McLachlan

Song Year: 1993

 “I Will Remember You” is an emotional tune released by Canadian singer Sarah McLachlan. Once the song was released, it topped the Canadian charts and became one of McLachlan’s most loved songs.

This song is about loss and grief. The singer recollects the memories she shared with her departed loved one and vows always to remember them. You can use this song to express your wish to keep your dog’s memories in your heart.

“I Will Always Be With You” by Sheena Easton and Jesse Corti

Song Year: 1996

“I Will Always Be With You” is a heartfelt duet ballad recorded by two great singers, Sheena Easton, and Jesse Corti. This song was featured in a movie known as “All Dogs Go To Heaven 2”. Its lyrics talk about a pet whose affection and memories will always be treasured after they’ve gone.

If you’ve lost a pet, this song hits close to home.

“A Dog’s Heart” by CRD Creative

Song Year: 2017

“A Dog’s Heart” is one of the best country songs about dogs, written and recorded by a Nashville-based songwriting group popularly known as Cumberland River Dogs (CRD).

The song explains how dogs often bring us valuable gifts and stresses the benefits of keeping a dog as a pet, even if they’ll leave us after a short time. It also encourages us to emulate the good behaviors of a dog and improve human relations.

“I’ll See You Again” by Westlife

Song Year: 2018

“I’ll See You Again” by Westlife was originally written by Shelly Poole. It mainly talks about losing a loved one and how you hope to be reunited with them one day.

After losing your dog, you may experience a roller coaster of emotions. The song will help you calm down and reassure you that you will spiritually reunite at some point.

“You’re Missing” by Bruce Springsteen

Song Year: 2002

“You’re Missing” is one of Bruce Springsteen’s greatest hits featured on his album “The Missing.” This song talks about losing a loved one and how life continues no matter who you lose, which is quite sad.

Dogs are a huge part of our lives, but few people understand the pain of losing one. This song’s lyrics clearly describe the feelings, enabling you to heal quickly and move on.

“This Is Not Goodbye” by Sidewalk Prophets

Song Year: 2012

“This Is Not Goodbye” by Sidewalk Prophets is another suitable song for people mourning the loss of their dog, even though that was not the singer’s intention.

Many people find solace in the idea that death is not the last goodbye after losing a loved one. Listening to this song after your dog dies will lift your mood and help you cope with loss.

“Maggie’s Song” by Chris Stapleton

Song Year: 2020

“Maggie’s Song” is a true-life story. This song is about how Stapleton found a dog abandoned in a shopping cart. He later adopted her, and they developed a strong connection. Unfortunately, she passed away in 2019 at 14, affecting him.

This song vividly explains a dog’s life and how it passed away, making it an ideal dog funeral song.

“Tears in Heaven” by Eric Clapton

Song Year: 1992

“Tears in Heaven” was originally written by Eric Clapton and Will Jennings and featured on his MTV Unplugged album. This song was about Eric’s son, who passed away when he was four years old after falling from a story building. It explains the pain he went through and how he coped with grief.

This song resonates with anyone who has lost a dog that was more than a pet to them.