Pet Cremations
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of life’s most emotional experiences. When this moment arrives, many owners want reassurance that their cherished pet will be treated with dignity, care, and compassion throughout their pet’s final journey. At Vets2YourPets, we work with trusted pet crematoriums across the UK to provide respectful, professional pet cremations for dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small animals.
We understand how important it is for your beloved companion to be handled with respect. Whether you want a simple farewell or a personalised tribute, our team can help you choose the right cremation service, explain the cremation process, and guide you through this difficult time with sensitivity and kindness.
What are Pet Cremations and How Do they Work?
Pet cremations are carried out in a specialised cremation chamber, also known as a clean cremation chamber, designed specifically for animals. After a peaceful home euthanasia or natural passing, your pet is taken to a licensed pet crematorium, where they are cremated with great care.
Once the cremation process is complete, you can choose to have your pet’s ashes returned to you or allow the crematorium to care for them on your behalf. Many owners take comfort in choosing keepsakes or memorial items such as paw prints, urns, caskets, or memorial jewellery.
Our team is here to guide you through the whole process, ensuring every step is clear, respectful, and handled with compassion.
Pet Cremation Services
The decision of what to do with your pet’s body after being put to sleep can be varied and confusing. Do give us a call, and we are happy to discuss all the options available.
The standard process is for your pet to be cremated; however, if available, you are permitted to bury your pet in your own garden or land. If you opt for a cremation service, then you have two options to choose from.
- Standard cremation, where your pet’s ashes are kept and buried by the pet crematorium. This is often the most economical option, costing between £30.00 and £150.00
- An Individual Cremation and return of the ashes to you. Here you can decide to have the ashes returned to you for keeping in an urn or casket, or a “scatter tube” to allow you to bury or scatter the ashes at a location dear to you or your pet. The cost of this type of pet cremation varies depending on the casket/urn or remembrance item selected. Average costs are £180-£450
Vets 2 Your Pets is happy to arrange for a cremation to be carried out through one of our trusted partner organisations, and if desired, have your dog’s or cat’s ashes returned to you for keeping or scattering. We work closely with independent crematoriums across the UK, and look to arrange your pet’s cremation to be performed near you for convenient return of your pet’s ashes in an Urn, Casket or Scatter Tube.
A further option, that can sometimes be more economical and trusted, is for us to transfer your pet’s body to your normal vet practice for them to carry out the cremation and return of ashes (as desired).
You may have already selected and made all the arrangements with a crematorium for the collection of your pet’s body. We are very happy to work alongside your selected pet crematorium company and just concentrate on the peaceful home euthanasia.
How Much is Pet cremation?
The pet cremation cost varies depending on your pet’s weight, the cremation type, and your chosen memorial items. Below is a typical price list to help you understand expected costs across the UK:
Standard (Communal) Cremation Costs
- Rabbit: £126
- Cat: £126
- Dog (varies by size): £132 – £150
- Larger breeds, including Great Danes, may incur slightly higher fees
Individual Cremation with Return of Ashes Costs
- Approx. £180 – £480, depending on:
- Your pet’s weight
- Type of urn, casket, or scatter tube
- Whether delivery of ashes is required
These costs are independent of our home euthanasia fees and are paid directly to your chosen pet crematorium or veterinary clinic. There may be additional fees for collection outside normal hours, bank holidays, or special memorial items.
If you are unsure which service is right for you, we can help you compare options and understand all costs in advance. You can also learn more about the cost of pet euthanasia at home.
What to Expect When Your Pet is Cremated
Understanding how your pet is cremated gives many owners comfort and confidence. The cremation process usually involves:
- Collection of your pet from your home or your vet practice
- Placement in a respectful cremation chamber
- Completion of the cremation, following strict professional standards
- Careful handling of your pet’s remains
- Preparation of your pet’s ashes in your selected urn, casket, or scatter tube
- Optional delivery of ashes back to your home
Throughout the process, your pet is treated with kindness, dignity, and understanding, as if they were our own. Our crematorium partners are chosen for their professionalism, compassion, and long-standing reputation caring for animals and their families.
Reccomended Pet Crematoriums:
Pet cremation in Warwickshire and surrounds
- Pet at Peace (NN7 2EU) 07824426856
- Meadow View Pet Crematorium (CV47 7SU) 07946 057921
Pet cremation in Durham and Newcastle
- Forget Me Not (DL5 6HT) 01325 30715
- Northumbria Pet Cremations (NE48 3JN) 07393 481561
Pet cremation in Hartlepool and North Yorkshire
- Sweet Dreams Pet Creamtion (YO13 9HD) 01723 862010
- Roxys Rainbow (TS25 1PU) 07376601566
Pet cremation in Central Yorkshire
- Craven Pet Crematorium (BD20 9HG) 07881 786714
- Pets at Rest Yorkshire (BD13 3RR) 01274 835296
Pet cremation in Towcester
- Pet at Peace (NN7 2EU) 07824426856
- Restful Pets (NN12 6HP) 01327 317449
Pet cremation in Milton Keynes, Buckingham and surrounds
- Pet at Peace (NN7 2EU) 07824426856
- Trusted Friends (MK17 9EH) 07514 226671
- Orchard Pet Crematorium (LU7 0AP) 07496 627394
Pet cremation in Birmingham and Walsall
- Willow View Pet Cremation (WS3 4QQ) 07545 818068
- Prestwood Pet Crematorium (DY7 5QT) 01384 873738
- Companions Pet Cremation (B47 6NG) 01564 660 199
Pet cremation in Guilford and surrounds
- Dignity Pet Crematorium (RG27 8BU) 01252 844572
- Silvermere Haven (KT11 1DZ) 01932 868847
Pet cremation in Worksop
- At Rest Pet Cremation Services (NG20 0EA) 07596 688119
- WJW Pet Cremation Services (S65 4LY) 07956 258664 or 07919 440546
Pet cremation in Nottingham
- Forget Me Nott (NG9 3PQ) 07980486715
- Nottingham Pet Crematorium (NG2 6NR) 01159 816850
- Gedling Pet Cremation (NG5 6JQ) 0115 9013713
Pet cremation in Leicester and surrounds
- Kings Hill Cremation (CV13 6DD)
Pet cremation in Herefordshire
- Animal Funeral Services (HR5 3HX) 01544 340277 or 07970 875244
Pet cremation in South East Scotland
- Livingston area: CPC Livingston (EH54 5DL) 01506 833686
- Whitburn area: iCare Pet Cremation (EH47 0LQ) 01501 741626
- East Lothian area: Edinburgh and Lothian Pet Crematorium (EH42 1QS) 07787 506 104
- Kelso area: Border Pet Cremation (TD6 9LW) 07903 557479
Pet cremation in Lancashire
- Leyland Pet Crematorium and Cemetery (PR25 5DA) 01772 622466
- Valley of Animals (OL14 8SB) 07803 541880
Pet Cremation and Return of Ashes for Dogs, Cats and Rabbits In Your Area
We have a number of options and solutions for managing your pet’s body after being put to sleep at home. You can if feasible, bury your pet at home, otherwise, the most common request is to have a pet cremated.
A standard cremation can be carried out where the ashes are kept and buried by the pet crematorium. An alternative option is to have your pet’s ashes returned to you to keep or scatter yourself. We work alongside a number of independent crematoriums in all areas of the UK, most of which will come to your home and collect your pet after euthanasia. Pet cremation is available for dogs, cats and rabbits. Alternatively, we also work with your own practice and can facilitate returning your pets body to your own practice for them to carry out the cremation of your choosing.
There are many options for having their ashes returned to you, everything from scattering tubes to bespoke jewellery with their ashes inside. Our team can guide you through any of these options if you would like that.
Ready to Discuss Pet Cremations?
If you need advice, want to understand your cremation service options, or would prefer to speak with someone directly, our caring team is here to help. We answer every question with patience, honesty, and compassion.
Get in touch today to discuss your pet cremation options with our caring team at Vets2YourPets.
Frequently Asked Questions:
The cost of dog cremation UK varies based on the dog’s size and the type of cremation.
- Communal cremation: approx. £132–£150
- Individual cremation: approx. £180–£480
Larger dogs, such as a Great Dane, may be at the higher end due to additional handling requirements.
Cat cremation typically costs around £126 for a standard cremation and £180–£450 for an individual cremation with ashes returned. Prices depend on the chosen urn, casket, or memorial keepsake.
- Communal cremation:
Your pet is cremated with other animals, and ashes are not returned. - Individual cremation:
Your pet is cremated alone in a dedicated cremation chamber, and their ashes are returned in your chosen casket, urn, or scatter tube.
Many owners choose individual cremation when they want to keep or scatter their pet’s ashes as a personal tribute.
Our team can explain each option, discuss prices, and help you decide based on your preferences, budget, and the way you wish to honour your beloved companion. We take time to support you during this difficult time, ensuring your decision feels right for both you and your pet.