When it’s time to say goodbye, families want an aftercare option that is respectful, transparent, and aligned with their values. At Honor Pet, we provide pet cremation services with a focus on water cremation—also known as aquamation—alongside thoughtful memorial options to celebrate a life well loved.
- Pet cremation allows you to keep ashes, scatter them in a meaningful place, or incorporate them into keepsakes.
- Aquamation (water cremation) uses water and alkaline hydrolysis instead of flame, returning your pet to their natural elements in a gentle, eco-friendly way.
Our goal is to make each step clear, compassionate, and sustainable.
Why Families Choose Aquamation (Water Cremation)
Aquamation is a modern alternative to flame-based pet cremation. It uses a warm water and alkali solution to accelerate natural decomposition, preserving dignity and reducing environmental impact.
Benefits of aquamation:
- Environmentally mindful: uses up to 90% less energy than flame cremation and produces no harmful emissions
- Gentle process: water-based, non-combustion, quiet and respectful
- Comparable keepsakes: soft, sand-like cremains suitable for urns, scattering, or memorial jewelry
If you value sustainability and softness in aftercare, aquamation is a beautiful option.
Understanding Pet Cremation Options
Every family has different needs and preferences. We offer:
- Individual cremation: your pet is cared for privately, and only your pet’s cremains are returned to you
- Communal cremation: pets are cremated together; ashes are not returned but are handled with care and respect
Both aquamation and flame-based pet cremation are completed with strict identification and chain-of-custody protocols so you have peace of mind.
What to Expect: Our Aquamation Process
We believe clarity brings comfort. Here’s how pet aquamation works at Honor Pet:
- Gentle intake and identification with secure tracking throughout
- Placement in a specialized, sealed vessel with warm water and natural alkali
- A quiet, hours-long cycle that returns your pet to their elemental form
- Drying and preparing soft mineral cremains, which are carefully packaged and returned to you
- Optional memorial items prepared per your selections (urns, paw prints, keepsakes)
The result: a respectful, low-impact farewell grounded in transparency and care.
Planning Ahead Around Pet Euthanasia
If you’re preparing for pet euthanasia, making aftercare decisions in advance can reduce stress on the day of goodbye. Families often choose:
- In-home euthanasia for a peaceful, familiar setting
- Pre-selected aftercare (aquamation or flame cremation) so final moments can be spent fully present
- Memorial keepsakes to create a lasting tribute
We can coordinate with your veterinarian to ensure a seamless experience.
Memorial Options: Creating a Tribute That Feels Right
Honor Pet offers a curated selection of memorials that work beautifully with cremation and aquamation:
- Urns for dogs and cats in wood, ceramic, and metal with personalization
- Biodegradable urns for burial or water scattering
- Memorial jewelry and glass art incorporating cremains
- Parting Stone (solidified remains) for shareable, tactile keepsakes
- Paw prints, nose prints, and fur clippings
- Living tributes: tree or garden ceremonies using biodegradable options
If multiple family members want keepsakes, aquamation’s slightly higher cremains volume can be helpful.
How to Choose a Pet Cremation Provider
Consider the essentials:
- Transparency: clear processes, timelines, and pricing
- Identification and chain of custody: documented, verifiable
- Environmental options: availability of aquamation (water cremation)
- Memorial selection: urns, jewelry, Parting Stone, biodegradable options
- Reviews and reputation: compassionate, responsive support
Honor Pet was built to meet these standards—compassionately and consistently.
Ethics, Care, and Compliance
Your trust matters. Our standards include:
- Continuous identification from intake to return
- Compliance with environmental and facility regulations
- Respectful handling at every step
- Clear documentation and proactive communication
You’ll always know where your pet is in the process and what comes next.
Begin the Next Step with Honor
The right farewell is the one that reflects your bond and your values. Whether you choose traditional pet cremation or aquamation, we’re here to guide you with warmth and clarity—and to help you create a memorial that feels true to your companion’s life.
- Learn more about aquamation (water cremation)
- Explore urns, Parting Stone, and memorial jewelry
- Get compassionate support around pet euthanasia planning
Visit Honor Pet's website or contact us anytime. We’re here for you, every step of the way.