Aquamation vs. Cremation for Pets: Key Differences | Full Circle
If you’re exploring aftercare options for your pet, you may be wondering: What’s the difference between aquamation and cremation?
Both are respectful choices, but they differ in how they work, how they impact the environment, and what they return to you. At Full Circle Pet Aquamation, we believe in transparency and helping you choose what feels best for your family.
Cremation: A Traditional Option
Cremation involves incinerating the pet’s body at high temperatures (typically over 1,400°F). It’s the most common method used in the U.S., and there are both individual and communal options.
Key Points:
- Uses open flame and fossil fuels
- Produces emissions, including CO₂ and mercury
- Returns fewer ashes due to high heat
- Common and accessible, but environmentally taxing
Aquamation: A Natural Alternative
Aquamation uses water, heat, and alkali to break down the body’s tissues. It’s a gentle process that mimics natural decomposition, and it results in more ashes that are soft, white, and pH-neutral.
Benefits of Aquamation:
- 90% less energy than cremation
- No harmful emissions
- Safe for scattering, burial, or planting
- No flames or fire involved
Families often find aquamation to be a more peaceful and meaningful experience—it feels like a return to nature, not a clinical process.
Full Circle’s Commitment
At Full Circle, we’re proud to offer aquamation because it aligns with our values: compassion, sustainability, and integrity. We handle every pet with respect and care, and we ensure you receive your companion’s ashes in a beautiful urn, along with keepsake options to honor their memory.
Making the Right Choice for You
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer—every family and pet relationship is unique. Visit Full Circle today or call us at (346) 814-8119. We encourage you to explore your options, ask questions, and choose the path that feels right in your heart.
When you’re ready, we’re here to guide you with compassion and clarity.
