Cat Cremation Guide: Everything You Need to Know
The passing of your beloved cat can be devastating. Your pet is a part of your family. When that time occurs, you will require closure the same as with other members of your family. Many people find that honoring them with a memorial service helps to commence their healing process.
Cremation has become a common choice of interment after a pet’s passing for various reasons. It’s cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and a practical solution. In addition, most people want the ability to take their cat’s ashes with them should they move.
The following information is to prepare and inform you of your available choices in order to make informed decisions. We will discuss what you can expect,
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Their body is placed in the cremation component and then subjected to extremely high heat, which reduces the biological matter to dust and some dried bone. That is then ground to a sand type substance.
The time it requires to complete the cremation is from around 45 minutes to an hour. The ashes are then placed into a container and returned to to you. The interment of the ashes will then be left to you.
Types of Cat Cremation
There are basically three types of cat cremation and they are private, witnessed, and communal. Below is a brief description of each one.
• Private - Your pet is cremated alone in a separate crematory chamber or tray. The ashes you receive will be those of your cat only.
• Witnessed – You can ask the crematorium staff to allow you to witness the cremation. Some people believe this aids in closure after losing their pet. Others want to ensure that the ashes they receive will belong to their cat. Sometimes an additional fee is charged.
• Communal – with this option, your cat will be cremated in the same chamber with other animals. The ashes you receive will likely be mixed with the ashes of the other animals. This choice is much more cost
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Afterward, they will send you a cremation certificate which usually includes your pet’s name, your name, and the date of cremation.
How much will cat cremation cost?
There can be numerous variables in the cost of cat cremation. It depends on the type of cremation, memorial service, and other extras you might choose. However, below are average costs to give you a close estimate of the total amount.
• The actual cremation is from around $50 - $150, however, a communal cremation can be half that much.
• If you require that they pick up your cat, that is sometimes included, but after hours or weekends can be $30 – $45. In most areas, you are allowed to bring in your cat, but you should check your local requirement in advance.
• If they must pick-up outside a 25-mile radius, the charge is approximately $30 - $45.
• In a witnessed cremation where you view the process, the cost is about $20 - $30.
• If you plan to place the ashes in an urn or other container, they can cost anywhere from $50 to $1,000 and
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