A lot of families opt to have doves released at the end of a funeral as a way to represent the loved one passing on to a better place. If you're looking to have this dove release service performed for a funeral you're planning, here are some tips that can help you out.

Find a Dove Handler

You probably don't want to have to deal with live doves leading up to a funeral because you may be inexperienced with this type of animal. In that case, you need to find a dove handler to manage these animals and ultimately let them go at the right point near the end of the funeral.

Look for handlers who have a lot of experience working with doves and can keep them contained until it's time to release them. If you end up working with a funeral home that offers dove release services, they should already have a list of handlers they can recommend. 

Choose a Number of Doves to Release

When planning a dove release during a funeral, you have the option to release more than one dove. Which quantity you choose ultimately depends on several things like your budget and the overall visual preference you have in mind.

For instance, if you have a larger budget and want to really create a dramatic visual at the end of the funeral, you may want to release a lot of doves. Whereas if you want to keep things a bit more simple, one or two doves being released can suffice. 

Select a Song or Poem For Added Symbolism 

To make this dove release even more special for a funeral you're planning for a loved one, you should consider selecting a song or poem to be read during this release. Then there will be even more symbolism to help your family with the grieving process and finally find some closure at the end.

You just want to choose songs or poems that make sense for the loved one you're trying to honor. Think about their life and elements that would make the most sense during a dove release. Then you won't have regrets about how this release goes.

If you want to release doves at the end of a funeral for symbolic purposes, it's important to plan out this service carefully. Then it will go according to plan and enhance the funeral that much more for everyone in attendance.

To consider your options, contact a funeral dove release service in your area.