About Pet Aquamation
Aquamation, offered by Gentle Pet Crossing, is a gentle, eco-friendly alternative to fire-based cremation, using water and alkaline (sodium hydroxide and potassium hydroxide) with zero direct emissions and less energy. It reduces a pet’s body to pure calcium phosphate remains, yielding 20-30% more than cremation, with no mixing or loss of remains since each pet is processed separately. The wastewater becomes sterile, neutralizing chemicals like those from chemotherapy, making it greener than fire cremation. We handle most domestic pets, including cats, dogs, rodents, and birds. Aquamation for pets near me is an option many families prefer for its environmental benefits. This compassionate service ensures peace of mind for pet owners seeking aquamation for pets near me.
Pet Aquamation: The Process
The entire process, from start to finish, takes about a week.
- Gentle Pet Crossing either picks up your pet from the veterinarian or your home, or you can drop off your pet to us.
- We document your pet and give them an ID tag and number that we use to track them throughout the process.
- Our basic package includes the Tree of Life rosewood urn, an engraved brass nameplate, a hair clipping in a glass vial and an aquamation certificate.
- After one week, your pet’s urn and locket of hair are returned to you. You can either pick up your keepsakes from our location or at your veterinarian, or we can ship them to you for an additional charge.
This is the basic package included in the private Aquamation
Why Choose Us?
Why choose Gentle Pet Crossing for your pet’s aftercare?
At Gentle Pet Crossing, we treat your pet like family with a personal touch competitors can’t match. Our family-owned sanctuaries in Lake Worth, Port St. Lucie, and Fort Lauderdale offer a peaceful goodbye through aquamation—a gentle, water-based process—plus unique memorial options like funeral services and keepsakes, ensuring your pet’s memory is honored with unmatched care.
What makes pet aquamation better than traditional cremation?
Pet aquamation uses water, not fire, for a softer, more respectful process. Unlike cremation, it preserves 20-30% more remains, ensures no mixing with other pets, and avoids the harshness of flames. At Gentle Pet Crossing, we prioritize this gentle method to give your pet a dignified farewell that stands out from standard cremation.
How does Gentle Pet Crossing stand out from other providers?
We’re not just a service—we’re a sanctuary. Our indoor spaces feature calming music, living walls, and waterfalls, creating a serene setting for farewells. Unlike competitors, we provide the space for you to host your own funeral, private aquamation, and a pickup service, all delivered with the warmth of a small, family-run business dedicated to your pet’s legacy.
Why trust Gentle Pet Crossing with your pet’s final journey?
Our commitment goes beyond the process—our staff tracks every step with ID tags, ensuring your pet’s remains are handled with precision and respect. Competitors may offer cremation, but our aquamation, combined with personalized touches like hair lockets and rosewood urns, provides a uniquely compassionate experience.
What’s special about aquamation at Gentle Pet Crossing?
Aquamation at Gentle Pet Crossing is a gentle alternative that uses water and alkaline to return your pet to their natural state, avoiding fire’s intensity. Unlike typical cremation providers, we guarantee individual compartments, delivering more remains back to you in a pure, white ash form—perfect for a meaningful tribute.
Plan & Save with the Loving Legacy Plan
Give yourself the gift of peace of mind today! The Loving Legacy Plan lets you lovingly pre-arrange your pet’s future private aquamation services in advance, plus enjoy 20% savings on eligible Aquamation and Memorabilia products.
Lock in today’s pricing for up to 24 months a smart, compassionate way to plan and protect yourself from future price increases.
Why You'll Love the Loving Legacy Plan
- Pre-arrange your pet's future private aquamation services with ease
- Save 20% on eligible Aquamation and Memorabilia products
- Lock in today's pricing for up to 24 months — no surprises later!
- Fully transferable if your circumstances ever change
- Easy to update anytime your family's needs evolve
- You will receive a Loving Legacy certificate to keep for the time in need.
Please Note: To lock in your discounted pricing, the Loving Legacy Plan must be purchased at least 30 days before services are required.
Life QR - New Product
Purchase through Gentle Pet Crossing for $175 (regularly $225)!
Lifetime online Pet memorial, available for a one-time fee, create a lasting tribute that keeps your pet’s memory alive.
Easily create with the start of a scan of your Life’s QR sign, access anytime.
This is not just a remembrance; it’s a therapeutic journey, allowing you to navigate grief through celebration of the bond you shared.
Having your memories all in one place.
Thoughtful Aftercare Packages to Honor Your Pet
Our aftercare packages offer meaningful ways to remember your beloved companion and preserve the special bond you shared.
Basic Package
Includes private aquamation, a Tree of Life rosewood urn, brass nameplate, hair clipping in a glass vial, and an aquamation certificate.
Odyssey Package
Includes an Odyssey urn and a white clay paw print to help preserve your pet’s memory.
VIP Package
Includes a photo urn, brass nameplate, Life’s QR, and Paw Pal memorial items for a more personalised tribute.
Classic Package
Includes a classic urn and a white clay paw print as a lasting memorial to your beloved pet.