Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Aqua Pet Cremation?

Aqua Pet Cremation (scientifically known as alkaline hydrolysis) is an alternative cremation procedure by which a mixture of water flow, heat, and alkalinity gently breaks down organic remains in a manner that mirrors but accelerates the natural decomposition process.

Aqua Pet Cremation benefits the environment more than traditional fire cremation. It also produces a higher volume of ashes, which are returned to loved ones in a light, powdered form lacking the bone fragments common to traditional cremation.

Where is Aqua Pet Cremation available?

For pets, Aqua Cremation is approved everywhere in the United States and Canada.

What does Aqua Pet Cremation cost?

Aqua Pet Cremation is a relatively inexpensive process that varies in cost depending on a number of variables such as animal weight, travel distance, and options relating to the conveyance of ash remains.

How long does the Aqua Pet Cremation process take?

The procedure length depends largely on the temperature used. At 300°F, it takes 6-8 hours. At 200°F, it will take 18-20. For comparison, flame creation occurs over 1-3 hours at 1600-1800°F.

What happens to the remains?

The family has the option to receive their loved one’s remains in an urn. Due to Aqua Cremation’s more gentle nature, the process results in 20-30% more remains than traditional cremation. These remains are completely safe to handle as alkaline hydrolysis also acts as a proven sterilization process.

Traditional cremation ashes typically include non-organic elements such as clothing and casket remains not present for Aqua Pet Cremation. As such, aqua cremation ashes tend to be lighter in color and more powdered in consistency, free of chips and bone fragments.

Is Aqua Pet Cremation environmentally safe?

From a purely environmental standpoint, the Aqua Pet Cremation procedure offers a deeply beneficial alternative to traditional cremation due to its close emulation of nature’s decomposition process.