Questions? Call our care team (323) 515-1234
Questions? Call our care team (323) 515-1234
Water cremation (aquamation) uses 90% less energy than traditional cremation, handling both your pet and the earth with respect. Whether your pet has recently passed or you're planning ahead, we're here for you through every step.
If your pet has passed at home, use the link above to schedule a drop-off at our Downtown LA Comfort Center.
Figuring out what comes next can feel overwhelming, especially when you're grieving. We're here to walk you through every option and take care of your pet with dignity and respect.
Water cremation (aquamation) uses water, a small amount of alkaline solution, and warmth to gently return the body to its basic elements. As with traditional cremation, only your pet's bones remain. These are carefully dried and prepared into the ashes returned to you.
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Water cremation |
traditional (Fire) Cremation |
|---|---|
| A gentle 20 hrs at 200°F | A fiery 1 hour at 1800°F |
| Uses 90% less energy & emits no fossil fuels | Over 500 lbs of C0₂ released per cycle |
| ~20% more cremains returned to family | Less ashes returned due to high heat |
Your pet is individually cremated, and their ashes are returned to you in our signature Honor Box, a curated package of keepsakes designed to help you remember and honor them.
Ashes and memorial items are typically ready within 10 calendar days.
Your pet is cremated alongside other pets, and ashes are respectfully scattered on a private nature reserve in Temecula, California. A tree is planted in your pet's honor.
For families choosing individual cremation, we return ashes and memorial items in a curated Honor Box.
After your appointment, you'll receive a personalized link to browse additional keepsakes like a clay paw print, decorative urns, or memorial jewelry.
Water cremation uses 90% less energy than fire cremation and produces zero emissions. It's a meaningful choice that honors your pet and reflects a care for the world they loved exploring.
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Your pet is treated with dignity and respect at every step. Here's how the process works.
Water cremation is a gentle process that takes about 20 hours, followed by 1 to 2 days to carefully prepare your pet's ashes. We handle every step ourselves, and your pet is always treated with dignity.
Ashes and memorial items are typically prepared within 10 calendar days. We'll reach out as soon as they're complete.
Your pet's ashes and memorial items arrive in our curated Honor Box. You can pick up at our Comfort Center in the Arts District, or we'll ship directly to your door.
Ashes are scattered at Little Whiskers, ten acres of protected hillside in Temecula. At the hilltop stands the Memory Tree, an old oak that holds names, photos, and small tokens from families who wish to honor their companion.
There's no single answer, but there are signs to look for and conversations that can help. Our pre-planning consults offer the time and space needed to discuss your pet’s quality of life, explore options, and make informed end-of-life decisions.
With in-home euthanasia, our veterinarian comes to you so your pet can stay in their favorite spot. With in-center, you come to one of our private Comfort Rooms in Downtown LA, where you'll have access to a memorial station and unhurried space to say goodbye.
A calming sedative helps your pet feel at ease. Once your pet is fully relaxed and sleeping, a second medication allows them to pass. You can hold them, talk to them, or simply sit in quiet. Whatever feels right.
Following your goodbye, we respectfully care for your pet’s water cremation (aquamation), a gentle, water-based process that uses 90% less energy than fire cremation. From the moment of farewell through cremation, your pet never leaves our care. If you choose individual aquamation, you'll receive ashes back in a curated Honor Box. For communal water cremation, ashes are scattered on a private nature reserve in Temecula, California (visit mylittlewhiskers.com to learn more).
Yes, we offer same-day pet euthanasia appointments 7 days a week, though scheduling may depend on availability. You can schedule online or text/call us at (323) 515-1234.
Our pre-planning consults give you space to process your options and make informed choices. You can talk through your pet's quality of life and ask questions with no pressure to make any decisions.
Our Comfort Rooms were designed specifically for end-of-life care. They're warm, private spaces that feel more like home than a clinic. You'll have access to a memorial station, comfortable seating, and an unhurried experience to honor your pet and the love you've shared.
Yes. Our in-home euthanasia service is a mobile euthanasia option where our veterinarian travels to you. Your pet stays in their favorite spot, and our team handles everything from there, including water cremation.
A gentle, water-based alternative to fire cremation that uses 90% less energy. Your pet is treated with respect from start to finish.
Talk through your pet's quality of life, explore your options, and make decisions at your own pace, before a crisis moment.
Free weekly group sessions and one-on-one counseling with a licensed pet loss therapist.