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Every life matters

Small & Exotic Pet Cremation

Rabbits, birds, guinea pigs, hamsters, ferrets, reptiles, fish and more. Every small life gets the same private cremation and the same care.

At a glance

From $300

  • Pets up to 5 lb: $300 flame, $400 aquamation
  • Private, individual cremation
  • Free drop-off at our Chicago or Northbrook location
  • Collected from your vet for free, or home for $100
  • A cremation certificate for every pet

No pet too small

The same care for every companion

A rabbit, a parakeet or a bearded dragon can be just as much a part of the family as a dog or a cat. We give every small and exotic pet the same private cremation and the same respect.

Rabbits Guinea pigs Hamsters & gerbils Ferrets Birds Reptiles Fish Chinchillas Rats & mice Hedgehogs

How it works

Small pet cremation, step by step

  1. 1 Reach out any time Arrange cremation for your small pet online, day or night, or call us from 8am to 8pm.
  2. 2 Drop off, or we collect Bring your pet to our Chicago or Northbrook location at no charge, or we’ll pick up from your home for $100 or your vet for free.
  3. 3 Cremated on their own Even the smallest companion is cremated individually, never with other animals.
  4. 4 Brought home to you Your pet’s remains come home with a cremation certificate, by free pickup or $75 delivery.

Pricing

Small pet cremation prices

Most small and exotic pets are in our lightest weight tier.

  • Individual cremation, no matter how small
  • Free drop-off at either location
  • Your pet’s remains and certificate
  • Patient answers to every question
Small and exotic pet prices
Pet weight Flame Aquamation
0–5 lb $300 $400
6–25 lb $350 $450

Not sure which weight tier your pet falls in? Call us and we’ll tell you.

In their words

“From fish to beloved furry friends”

Google review
“It’s clear they truly care about every animal that comes through their doors; no job is too big or small, from fish to beloved furry friends. Their kindness made an incredibly hard time so much easier to bear.”
Melanie C. · Private cremation · Northbrook

FAQ

Small and exotic pet questions

From fish to ferrets, we care for them all. Call us with any question about your pet.

Do you cremate fish, birds and reptiles?

Yes. We care for every kind of companion animal, from fish and birds to reptiles, rabbits and rodents.

Will there be remains from a very small pet?

Yes. Even the smallest pets are cremated individually and returned to you. Aquamation returns about 20% more remains, which some families of very small pets prefer.

How much does it cost?

Pets up to 5 lb are $300 for private flame cremation or $400 for aquamation.

Every life deserves a gentle goodbye.

Arrange cremation for your small or exotic pet online, or call us and we’ll guide you.