Choosing a Pet Urn and Scattering Ashes
A beautiful pet urn can help you commemorate your pet’s life in a personal way. You may choose to scatter your pet’s ashes or bury the entire urn.
If you choose to scatter your pet’s ashes, there are many options available to make this process meaningful. Some people prefer scattering at a place that was special to their pets, such as hiking trails or a favourite beach. If you like the idea of having a physical place for reflection, scattering your pet’s ashes in such a location can be very comforting, and is typically legal.
Others find it meaningful to spread their companion’s remains among plants and flowers in their yard, or into the wind from their front porch. Continue reading or reach out to speak to our friendly team.
Classic Wood Urns
Classic wood urns are a standard style of pet urn, with the look and feel of human urns. They’re made from wood or metal, and they often feature designs or shapes. If you’re looking for an urn that can be displayed in your home, these are perfect. We can also provide wooden urns with a photo of your pet.
Because these classic urns are built like a sturdy box, they can also be buried in the ground. A brass plate screwed into the top of a metal box will hold up to being buried in soil very well. Some wooden urns come with bases that slide over the bottom of the box to add extra strength when being placed outdoors.
Metal, Brass and Alloy Urns
At Pet Haven, we have many options to choose from in different sizes, colourings, and shapes. This means you can choose the one that most suits your pet and your family.
Unlike many urns, some of our options allow you to personalise with engravings or even photos to help remember your beloved friend.
If you plan on keeping the ashes close to you, a metal pet urn might be best. Metal can become weak and brittle over time, and may struggle against environmental elements, so it is best kept indoors out of the weather.
It is also important to keep in mind that metal pet urns can be quite heavy, so it is best to keep them in a secure spot where they do not need to be moved regularly.
Outdoor Pet Urns
For those who would like a permanent resting place for their pet’s remains, some families choose burial as an option. Burial may require approval by local authorities, depending on how deep you plan on burying the urn and whether it is located on public property, such as parks, or private property, such as backyards.
For example, in some areas, burying an urn at home requires using an eco-friendly container made out of cardboard which must be buried below six inches. Local ordinances may also limit how close graves are allowed near homes or buildings. It is important to discuss these details with an expert before making arrangements.
If you are looking for an eco-friendly way to return your pet’s ashes to the earth, the main options to consider are scatter tubes, earth urns, outdoor urns, and memorial plaques.
Scatter Tubes
Scatter tubes are commonly made of sustainable bamboo. These tubes are designed to be either planted or placed into a body of water where they biodegrade over time.
Available in different styles, patterns, and sizes, scatter tubes are an affordable option that can reduce impact on the environment and your budget, giving you space to focus on saying goodbye.
Earth Urns
Earth urns are beautiful cardboard pouches designed to hold your pet’s ashes after cremation. Available in multiple sizes and colours, these affordable yet elegant urns are designed to be buried in the earth.
Many people find peace in knowing their friend is returned to nature when choosing this option.
Outdoor Pet Urns
Designed for outdoor memorials, these outdoor pet urns are made to withstand weather without losing their structure. These powder coated aluminium urns are available in multiple sizes with custom engraving, and are also available in plaque form.
Get in touch with us
There are many pet urns available to help you remember your pet. When choosing a pet urn, consider the design, size, and purpose. You may want to display an urn in your home or bury your pet’s ashes in a meaningful location.
No matter what type of pet urn you select, it will be special because it holds precious memories of your companion who enriched your life so much.
For help choosing the right pet urn, or to soothe any concerns you may have, please
reach out to us. We are more than happy to assist you.
