Descriptions

Premium Quality Construction – Made from high-fired ceramic with a durable glaze finish, ensuring lasting protection for ashes while resisting chips and fading over time.

Personalization Options – Customize with engraved names, dates, or even a painted portrait of your cat, transforming the urn into a one-of-a-kind memorial keepsake.

Secure Sealed Interior – Features a watertight inner chamber with threaded lid to safely contain ashes, plus optional velvet storage bag for added protection.

What Are Pet Ashes Called?

When we cremate a pet, we typically refer to the resulting remains as either “cremated remains” or simply “ashes.” People usually use animal urns for ashes of cats and dogs.However, different cultures and individuals use various terms to describe these remains. Let’s explore the common names and their meanings.

Common Terms for Pet Ashes

1. Cremated Remains
   • Professionals like veterinarians and cremation services most often use this formal term.
   • It includes all material remaining after cremation, particularly the processed bone fragments.
2. Ashes
   • This informal term has gained widespread use.
   • While not scientifically accurate (true ashes come from burned organic matter), people commonly use it for pet remains.
3. Cremains
   • This blended word combines “cremated” and “remains.”
   • Many prefer it as it sounds softer than “cremated remains.”
4. Bone Ash
   • This technical term emphasizes that the remains primarily consist of processed bone fragments.
   • The cremation process completely burns away soft tissues.
5. Memorial Remains
   • This sentimental term focuses on the remains as a cherished keepsake.

Composition of Pet Ashes

Contrary to common belief, pet ashes don’t resemble fireplace ashes. The cremation process produces:

• Calcium phosphate and minerals from processed bones
• Trace metals from any surgical implants
• No organic material, as the high temperatures eliminate all soft tissue

Personal and Cultural Preferences

Some individuals prefer alternative terms that feel more comforting:

• “Eternal remains” for spiritual connections
• “Pawprints in the sand” as poetic imagery
• “Resting powder” as a gentler expression

The Importance of Language

The terms we choose reflect how we honor our companions. Whether you say ashes, cremains, or memorial remains, the love behind the words matters most.

Final Thought: Select whatever terminology brings you peace. These remains represent the enduring bond you shared with your beloved pet.