Pet urns for dogs and cats
An urn gives your dog or cat's ashes a gentle place to rest at home. Here are the main kinds, how to get the size right, and ways to make it truly theirs.
The main kinds of urn
Wooden urns are warm and often have a photo frame in the lid. Ceramic urns sit quietly on a shelf like a vase. Metal urns are sturdy and take engraving well. Biodegradable urns are made to be buried or planted with a tree.
Getting the size right
A simple rule: allow one cubic inch for every pound your pet weighed. Most cats need a small urn of around 20 cubic inches. A large dog may need 80 or more. If you're unsure, go one size up, as there is no harm in a little extra room.
Making it theirs
Many urns can be engraved with a name, dates and a short line. For something more personal, upload a photo of their paw print to the paw print tool and send the SVG to the maker. They can engrave the exact shape of your dog's or cat's paw on the front.
Other places for the ashes
Some families keep all the ashes in one urn. Others share them: a little in a pendant, some scattered at a favourite walk, the rest at home. There is no right answer, and you don't need to decide everything at once.