If your pet has passed away, you deserve a gentle, respectful process that treats them like family. At Animal Family Pet Preservation, we provide pet cremation services that are private, on-site, and handled with compassion from start to finish.
We can help with transportation and handling, and we can return ashes to you by pickup or shipping. If you are also comparing memorial options, you can explore pet preservation or pet taxidermy as part of a broader memorial plan.
Private cremation, clear communication, and a respectful return
Included with every private cremation:
- Private cremation (no communal or partitioned cremations)
- Certificate provided at no additional charge
- Return of ashes via pickup or shipping
- Careful handling and transportation coordination
- Wooden urn included, with optional customized nameplate
Best for families who want:
- Confidence their pet is cremated individually
- A dignified process with documented return
- Help with logistics during a difficult time
- Memorial options that feel personal and respectful
A simple process with a lot of care behind it
- Reach out: Call or submit the form and tell us your pet’s type, approximate weight, and preferred return method (pickup or shipping).
- Transportation & intake: We coordinate handling and transportation, then confirm next steps and expectations.
- Private cremation: Your pet is cremated individually, with respectful handling throughout the process.
- Ash preparation: Ashes are carefully prepared for return and placed appropriately for the urn or pickup/shipping.
- Return & memorial options: Receive ashes by pickup or shipping, and choose from urn customization or additional memorial options.
If you are exploring other memorial paths, you can also review pet preservation services or pet taxidermy services and we can explain what fits best.
Pet Cremation Costs
Every cremation is private, and the customer will receive a certificate at no additional charge.
| 1 – 10 pounds | $175 |
| 11 – 30 pounds | $225 |
| 31 – 75 pounds | $275 |
| Over 75 pounds | $325 |
Need help estimating weight or choosing return options? Call and we will walk you through pickup, timing, urn selection, and shipping.
Why private cremation matters
Families choose private cremation when they want certainty, clear documentation, and a personal return process. We do not offer communal or partitioned cremations because we believe individual care is part of honoring your pet.
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Choose From Several Urn Styles
Customer will receive their pet’s remains in a wooden urn, and you have the option of a customized nameplate at no additional charge. If you would like additional memorial options such as customized urns or burial markers, we can discuss what is available through our wholesale manufacturers.
Your Choice of Two Urn Styles:
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- Cherry Wood Urn
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- Natural Wood Urn
If you want pet-specific cremation details, you can also visit: dog cremation, cat cremation, bird cremation, and reptile cremation.
Pet Cremation Services FAQs
How much does it cost to cremate a pet?
Pricing is based on your pet’s size and is listed above. All services on this page are private cremations and include a certificate at no additional charge. If you have questions about pickup, shipping, or timing, call us and we will explain the options clearly.
How do pet cremation services work?
Your pet is respectfully placed into a cremation chamber where heat reduces remains to ash. After preparation, ashes are returned to your family by pickup or shipping, based on your preference.
How long does it take to receive ashes back?
Timing depends on your pet’s size and current scheduling. In many cases, families receive ashes back within about 10 days to 2 weeks. If you have a specific deadline, tell us and we will set expectations up front.
Is it better to cremate or bury a pet?
It comes down to preference, property restrictions, and what helps your family grieve. Many families choose cremation because it allows them to keep their pet close and move with them if they relocate.
Is it normal to keep a pet’s ashes?
Yes. Many families choose to keep ashes as a meaningful memorial. What matters is choosing an option that feels respectful and comforting for your family.
Do you provide resources on pet loss and aftercare?
Yes. For general guidance beyond our services, the American Veterinary Medical Association provides helpful information on pet loss and aftercare: AVMA pet loss resources.
Please note that our pet cremation services can be included alongside other memorial options. At Animal Family Pet Preservation, we would be happy to discuss cremation services as part of your pet’s memorial plan. Call us at (740)703-3937 or use our contact page to get started.