Pet Cremation Urns: Honouring Your Animal Companion
Pet Cremation Urns: Honouring Your Animal Companion
The loss of a pet is a profound grief. A pet cremation urn provides a dignified, beautiful resting place for your pet's ashes, and a lasting focal point for remembrance. At Premium Urns, we offer a carefully selected range of pet urns for dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, and all animals.
Types of Pet Cremation Urns
Urns for Dogs
Our range includes urns sized for small breeds (under 10 kg), medium breeds (10–25 kg), and large breeds (25 kg and above). Use the standard rule of one cubic inch per pound of body weight to calculate the right capacity.
Urns for Cats
Cats typically produce 15–30 cubic inches of cremated remains. A small to medium pet urn with a capacity of 30–50 cubic inches is suitable for most cats.
Urns for Small Animals
Rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, and other small animals produce 5–20 cubic inches of ashes. A miniature pet urn or a keepsake urn is often the most appropriate choice.
Pet Cremation Jewellery
Pet cremation jewellery offers a wearable memorial, allowing you to carry a small amount of ashes in a pendant or charm.
How to Calculate the Right Size Pet Urn
Use the rule of one cubic inch per pound of body weight:
- 5 kg cat (11 lbs) → approximately 11 cubic inches needed → choose a 15–20 cubic inch urn
- 10 kg dog (22 lbs) → approximately 22 cubic inches needed → choose a 25–30 cubic inch urn
- 25 kg dog (55 lbs) → approximately 55 cubic inches needed → choose a 60–70 cubic inch urn
- 40 kg dog (88 lbs) → approximately 88 cubic inches needed → choose a 100 cubic inch urn
Pet Memorial Ideas Beyond the Urn
- Pet cremation jewellery — carry a small amount of ashes in a pendant or charm
- A framed photo display alongside the urn
- A biodegradable urn buried beneath a favourite tree or in a garden
- A donation to an animal welfare charity in your pet's name
Frequently Asked Questions
What size urn do I need for my dog?
Use the rule of one cubic inch per pound of body weight. A 20 kg (44 lb) dog needs approximately 44 cubic inches of urn capacity.
Can I bury a pet urn in my garden in Australia?
In most Australian states, burying pet ashes on private property is permitted, though regulations vary by council. A biodegradable urn is the most environmentally responsible choice for garden burial.
Can I use a human keepsake urn for a pet?
Yes. Many of our keepsake urns are suitable for small pets. Check the cubic inch capacity against your pet's weight to confirm suitability.
Do you ship pet urns across Australia?
Yes — we ship all pet urns to every state and territory in Australia.