Aquamation - Water Cremation

An eco-friendly, gentle cremation alternative using water instead of flame. A sustainable choice for environmentally conscious families.

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Aquamation, also known as alkaline hydrolysis or water cremation, is a gentle, eco-friendly alternative to traditional flame-based cremation. This process uses water, alkaline solution, and gentle heat to naturally break down the body, returning your pet to nature in the most environmentally responsible way possible.

Just like our Private Cremation package, your pet will be individually aquamated, and their ashes are returned to you alone in a beautiful cedar urn of your choice, accompanied by a handcrafted clay paw print on an elegant gold stand. We personally hand-deliver your pet's remains—never using shipping services—because bringing them safely home to you matters.

Eco-Friendly

Uses 90% less energy than flame cremation and produces no harmful emissions or greenhouse gases.

Water-Based

Uses warm water and alkaline solution instead of flame, mimicking natural decomposition processes.

More Remains

Returns approximately 20% more remains than flame cremation, giving you more to cherish.

How Aquamation Works

1. Gentle Process Begins

Your pet is placed in a specialized chamber with warm water (around 200°F) and a gentle alkaline solution, similar to natural body chemistry.

2. Natural Decomposition

Over 6-8 hours, the water-based process gently breaks down organic tissue, mimicking what would naturally occur in soil but in a much shorter timeframe.

3. Bone Remains Preserved

Only the bone mineral remains, which are then carefully dried and processed into a fine, white powder - your pet's cremated remains.

4. Returns to You

The remains are hand delivered to your door within 2-4 weeks in a beautiful cedar urn, along with a custom clay paw print keepsake.

What's Included

Pickup and Transportation - Throughout Los Angeles County with dignity and care

Individual Aquamation - Your pet is processed individually with strict identification protocols

Beautiful Cedar Urn - Handcrafted aromatic cedar chest to hold your pet's remains

Clay Paw Print Keepsake - Custom impression capturing your pet's unique paw

Hand Delivery - We personally bring everything to your door (no shipping)

Why Choose Aquamation?

Aquamation is perfect for environmentally conscious families who want to minimize their carbon footprint even in saying goodbye. It's a gentle, respectful process that aligns with sustainable living values. The water used in the process is safely returned to the ecosystem, completing the natural cycle.

Many families find comfort knowing their pet's final journey honors both their memory and the planet we share.