Losing a pet is never easy. But knowing how to properly care for your beloved pet during their final moments can help ease some of the pain. For many pet owners, that means choosing cremation. For assistance for caring for your pet when they are passing at home.

Pet cremation is an increasingly popular choice for pet owners on the Gold Coast. Not only is it a dignified option for your pet, but it can also be surprisingly affordable. We provide individual pet cremation for dogs, cats and other small animals. Here’s what you need to know about the cost of pet cremation on the Gold Coast.

How Cost Of Pet Cremation Is Determined

The cost of animal cremation will vary depending on several factors, including the size of the animal as well as whether you opt for individual or group cremation.

Individual Pet Cremation

This option involves processing only one pet at a time in an individual chamber in the crematorium and allows for the collection of ashes to be kept or scattered according to your wishes. If your pet has recently passed, you may find that private cremation offers a huge sense of comfort. It allows you to have a tangible way to commemorate and honour their life and unique spirit.

Private cremation eliminates an element of uncertainty, as you will be able to receive a certified certificate of assurance that your pet’s remains are indeed those you requested and received. Private cremations are more costly than communal ones, however worth the expense for those seeking ceremony and closure.

At Pet Haven, we understand keeping the memory of your pet alive is important. This is why we only perform individual pet cremations. For further information, please get in touch with us.

Group Pet Cremation

This involves more than one animal being simultaneously placed within an oversized chamber. A group cremation means the ashes remaining will be impossible to separate.

Group cremation may be an optimal choice for those who find that individual cremation is out of their budget. This option also allows you to take comfort in knowing your pet will always be remembered in a dignified way, alongside other animals.

With either option, it’s important to know exactly what services are included in the price so you won’t encounter any surprises further down the line. It is also wise to shop around and compare prices with various service providers.

Experienced Pet Crematorium

Your much-loved pet’s remains should be treated with dignity and respect. When you leave the crematorium, it’s important to know that you have the ashes of your pet, and not someone else’s. Be sure to confirm the credentials and accreditation status of the company before booking the cremation service.

Of course, taking sufficient time to grieve is also essential when it comes time to say goodbye—but confirming that you have selected a quality cremation provider can help add an extra layer of comfort at this difficult time. Learn more about our Pet Haven story here.

Pet Urns & Keepsakes

Although every pet loss is a difficult one to handle, it’s important to ask about aftercare options for your beloved animal. One of the most significant cost factors in cremating your pet is the kind of urn or container you would like for their ashes.

Ceramic Urns

• Having something tangible that not only serves as a memorial but also helps us feel connected to our deceased pet, can be extremely comforting. Urns provide an ideal solution for pet owners who want to keep or store their memories close by.
• In addition to being a decorative centrepiece for remembrance, urns are also an effective way to keep your pet’s ashes safe and secure. With a vast array of styles, colours and sizes available, you can easily find the perfect urn itemized specifically to serve as a beautiful reflection of lost love. By investing in this lasting object of tribute and reverence, you can honour your special companion with dignity and style for many years to come.

Biodegradable Urns

• Setting your beloved pet to rest can be an emotionally draining experience. Allowing them a dignified passing is something you want to do in their honour however, it’s also important to you that this process is affordable and has a minimal impact on the environment.
• Luckily, biodegradable containers for your pet’s ashes give you peace of mind knowing that you chose a respectful and sustainable way to say goodbye.
• Biodegradable containers are made from plant-based materials and will break down safely without releasing harmful toxins into the environment. It’s comforting to know that when the container decomposes, no trace of its existence remains but only fond memories of your beloved pet remain in your heart.

Ultimately, it comes down to whatever feels right for you and your family so don’t hesitate to ask your vet and the cremation service for advice on the kind of container that would be suitable.

Whichever type of container you decide on will serve as a lasting memorial of the love between you and your pet that will always remain close in your heart.

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When deciding on a pet cremation provider, be sure to ask about any packages that may be available. Many providers have multiple packages on offer that provide different levels of service and add-ons such as memorial urns and pawprint keepsakes.

In closing, we want to express our sympathies to anyone who is grieving the loss of a beloved pet. May these final tips help ease the process as much as possible. Pets are a part of the family, and when they pass away it can be difficult to say goodbye.

At Pet Haven Animal Cremation, we offer pet cremation on the Gold Coast for a range animals. To learn more, contact us today via our website, or give us a call on 1800 789 567 to speak with one of our compassionate team members.

Losing a beloved pet is always a heartbreaking time. It can be difficult to know how to handle the loss and what to do next, and it can take a long time to begin to recover from not having your treasured friend by your side.

We understand how challenging and upsetting this is, and when looking into pet cremation, you may be uncertain of how you should proceed.

Here, we hope to help you during this difficult time by guiding you through some of the questions you should ask when getting a pet cremated. To discuss with our experts, please reach out to us.

How Much Does Pet Cremation Cost?

While you might not want to think about something like money at a time like this, it is still an important consideration to take into account. A pet crematorium will be happy to discuss costs with you based on things like the weight and size of your pet, and you can ask a few questions in order to get the best service for the best price.

At Pet Haven, we have our most-chosen pet cremation packages listed on our website.

Will My Pet Be Individually Cremated?

Some pet crematoriums cremate pets in groups, whereas others will cremate pets one at a time. If you want to take home your pet’s ashes, it is essential to make sure you are receiving the right ones. Many crematoriums do not cremate pets individually, so ensure that you ask in advance.

Do I Receive My Pets Ashes After Cremation?

If you wish to receive your pet’s ashes, then you should make sure that the pet crematorium knows this ahead of time. You can also ask when you might hope to receive the ashes so that you can plan ahead. You can also request that they be presented in an urn, but it’s important to note that this will probably be at an extra cost.

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It is important to ask whether pet cremation is for you. Everybody grieves for their pet differently, so call the crematorium and have a discussion about all these questions and more. Once you have discussed all of your options, you can move forward with however you wish to say farewell to your pet.

If you are interested in pet cremation that is respectful and helps to keep your pet’s memory alive, get in touch with Pet Haven. We want to help you to say goodbye to your pet in the best way possible, with compassion and love.

Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us to see how we can support you at this time.

But it’s important to ask a few questions of your pet cremator so that you know exactly what to expect from the service you’re paying for.

Here are five questions to bear in mind when choosing a pet cremation company.

Will My Pet be Cremated On Their Own?

Group Vs. Individual Pet Cremation

Most pet cremation companies will offer a choice of group or individual pet cremations, which means your pet will either be cremated on their own or as a group.

While individual pet cremations may cost a little more, they guarantee privacy at a time when it’s most needed.

At Pet Haven Animal Cremation, we ONLY perform individual cremations to ensure that the ashes you receive are from your pet and only your pet. As a family owned and operated business, we understand that pets are family members and will always be treated with the utmost respect while in our care.

How Long Does Pet Cremation Take?

You don’t want to be waiting weeks to receive your pet’s cremains once the cremation has been done.

As alot of pet cremation companies are run differently, this can differ from business to business. We always recommend ensuring you are 100% understanding and comfortable with the process and arrangements made.

At Pet Haven, you will receive a call within a matter of days when your pets ashes are ready to collect or to arrange drop-off back to you.

For any further queries or concerns you may have, our team our available via phone 24/7 on 1800 789 567 or you can enquire online or email us.

Pet Urns & Keepsakes

We offer packages that include the cremation of your pet as well as urns/keepsakes and a death certificate or even a lock of their fur or a paw print depending on your request.

We also offer ModUrn which is a secure app to save photos, videos, notes and registration information that can be shared with family and friends.

How Will You Identify My Pet’s Cremains?

If you choose individual cremation, your pet’s cremains should be easily identified.

However, you may be worried that in a group cremation your pet’s cremains could be hard to identify, it’s important to ask your cremation company how they keep your pet separate from others.

At Pet Haven, we guarantee that ALL pets are cremated individually so you never have to worry. For further information regarding pet cremation at Pet Haven, please reach out to us or enquire online.

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At Pet Haven, we provide individual pet cremations for guinea pigs, rats, fish, birds, cats, dogs, llamas, sheep among other animals of similar size.

We also provide combined cremations if you have two pets you would like kept together.

If you’d like to ask us any questions about your pet’s cremation, including those above, please don’t hesitate to contact us by phone 1800 789 567 or email.

We’re here to help you through this difficult time in whatever way we can.

Nothing can prepare you for losing a beloved family member. Pets become cherished members of the family and the time spent with them is never enough. Although death is an inevitable part of life, it’s hard to accept at any age and having a plan in place when the time comes is essential.

Pet cremation is a cost-effective and environmentally friendly solution, but there is some consideration to think about when deciding on your choice of a crematorium.

Individual vs group cremation

Crematoriums come with two types of services, group or individual cremations. Group cremations are when multiple animals are cremated at the same time, and there is no guarantee you will receive the ashes from your pet.

Individual cremations ensure your pet is cremated by itself and you are ensured to get your pets ashes after the process.

Pet Haven specialise in and only perform individual cremations, so you can rest assured your pets remains will be returned safely to you.

Visit our facility

Our reputable crematorium will happily allow you to book an appointment and will enable you to inspect the facility and show you through the process physically.

This will allow us to answer any questions you have, see what is involved in the process and ease your mind that there is nothing to worry about.

Personal tours are encouraged at Pet Haven, and our friendly staff are happy to take your calls and answer any pressing questions.

 What pets can be cremated?

The most common pets to have cremated are dogs and cats, but pet cremation is also suitable for most small to medium-sized pets including sheep, guinea pigs, birds, rats, lizards, llamas and alpacas.

Check with your crematorium on larger sized animals like horses which may need to go to a specialised facility.

Keepsakes, Urns & Other Options

Your expectations of what you’d like to do with your pets is a decision to have with your family.

Choosing a facility that has a range of keepsake and urn options may make your decision process an easier one.

Some options can be decisions around scattering the ashes in a place that holds significant memories of your pet like your home, favourite park or favourite beach.

For scattering purposes, you can purchase scattering tubes and temporary urns until you decide on a date to scatter the ashes.

For a more permanent option of keeping the remains with you, can buy permanent urns, and keepsake jewellery to display and hold the ashes.

Alternatively, if you decide that you do not want to get your pet’s ashes back, a reputable pet crematorium will be able to scatter the ashes on your behalf, in a dignified manner.

Grief support

Creating a plan and deciding on what to do with your pet’s ashes are the first essential steps to take once your pet passes but another reason to choose a good crematorium is to look at what other services they provide.

Take the time to research the care and service a crematorium provides because your family will be going through a difficult time, and you want peace and mind you are making the best decision.

Pet Haven has a list of helpful resources and can recommend some grief support networks in your local area to help you and your family through the grieving period.

Emergency pet care

Sometimes If you have a sick or elderly pet, you’ll know the time is coming, and you have more time to prepare. However, sometimes emergencies arise, and unfortunately, death can happen unexpectantly.

If your pet has had to be euthanised quickly or an accident has led to death, you’ll want information as quick as possible. The team at Pet Haven are available for contact 24/7  at 1800 789 567, and we can send out professional staff to your home or your vet immediately.

 Reach Out To Pet Haven

Without a plan, you run the risk of making a rash decision that is influenced by grief that over time you may come to regret.

Take the time to weigh up your options. This will ensure that you are prepared and have made the best decision for you and your family.

Contact our caring team to arrange a guided tour or allow us to help your family in the final arrangements of your pet’s farewell.