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Is a pet cremation urn comparable, in price, to a people cremation urn?
Pet cremation urns are usually less expensive (about $50) than one intended for people ($200). However, the size of the urn is a large factor. There are small urns designed to bring home a small portion of a loved one's ashes that are very inexpensively priced. And, large pet urs run about the same price as those designed for human remains.
What vessel is used for preserving the ashes of the dead after cremation?
An urn.
Can you keep a person's ashes after cremation?
Sure. That's what an urn is for.
What is the container called you put ashes in after cremation?
urn
How much does pet cremation cost?
It can be done for free. All you need to do is get some wood, gasoline, and a bucket. Don't forget the urn!
How do I know what size pet cremation urn I need for my pet?
For every 1 pound of weight, expect about 1 cubic inch of cremains. Size the urn accordingly. Source of Info: http://www.angelashes.com/faqs.htm#Q5 The best way to approximate is 1 cubic inch per pound. A 50 pound pet will need 50 cubic inches so that would be a small/medium size urn. It's better to estimate up because they don't usually refund if it's too small.
Where can I get a pretty pet cremation urn?
To memorialize the remains of your dear pet and friend, there are many places to purchase urns. These can be purchased through a local veterinarian office or shops that specialize in pet urns. When purchasing an urn, it is useful to shop around first, as urns come in many sizes, designs and price ranges.
What do you call the box of a cremation ash?
The ashes are placed in a container, which can be anything from a simple cardboard box to a decorative urn.
What does a urn hold?
An urn typically holds the ashes or cremated remains of a person or a pet. It is often used as a vessel for storing and memorializing the remains after cremation.
Why do urn's turn black?
Exposure to high temperatures, ashes, residuum. however this is not always the case with cremation urns, which are loaded or filled- after the cremation has taken place. Black is the color of mourning, so it might be appropriate.
How much does it cost to cremate a dog?
This varies widely based upon the type of cremation (private versus communal), the services offered in conjunction with cremation (decorative urn, memorial plaque, etc) and the size of the dog (larger tends to be more expensive). Your veterinarian may have pricing information for local crematory services offered in your community.
Can a veternarian sell me a pet cremation urn?
If your quesion is about legalities, then the answer is yes, your vet can sell you an urn. Of course this is a touchy subject and some vets will provide this product and some won't, it will depend upon your individual vet. If you are simply looking to purchase an urn, searching for "pet urn" on a major search site will provide you with many sources for purchase.
