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F.A.Q.
What is individual cremation?
At Pets at Peace we believe the sanctity of the cremation process is extremely important.
In an individual cremation, the remains of each pet is accompanied by an ID Disk and placed in individual compartments in the cremation unit. The pets are separated by physical barriers within the chamber and the location of each is recorded by the crematorium operator. Our transportation and crematorium operations incorporate pet identification and tracking techniques to ensure all pet cremations are never compromised.
What is group or communal cremation?
In a group cremation, the remains of several pets are placed in the crematorium at one time. Following the cremation the ashes are intermingled. No ashes are returned to owners. This is the only type of service offered by Toronto Animal Services. The Toronto Humane Society no longer offers pet cremation services.
Can I be assured the ashes returned to me will be the ashes of my pet?
We are members of the Pet Loss Professionals Alliance and International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association, and as members we adhere to the strict code of ethics required by the PLPA and ICCFA.
Do I have to purchase a casket for my pet's cremation?
No, often family members will wrap their pet in a favorite blanket or some other personal article of meaning to the pet or family members. You can also bring a few personal items with you to be cremated with your pet. This may be a special toy, coat, flower, poem, picture, etc. All keepsakes will remain with your pet. Also, you may appreciate a lock of your pet's fur. (Please ask if you would like us to do this for you).
How do I know I am dealing with a professional?
Be cautious of companies that state they are Licensed Pet Funeral Directors - there is no such designation. The only valid license is a Provincial Funeral Directors License (caring for humans). some Provincially Licensed Funeral Directors such as the owner of Pets at Peace now operate a Pet Funeral Home.
Can I bring my pet to Pets at Peace?
Most definitely. You may transfer your pet from your home or vet clinic. For some people, providing some of the care and making the final journey with their pet can be a therapeutic step in the grieving process. Please call for an appointment as we may be away from our location attending to a family. There will be a reduction of $25.00 on all packages with this option.
What if I want something other than the temporary receiving container that is provided with the cremation?
You can choose from a variety of urns for an additional charge or you may supply your own special urn.
My veterinarian offers cremation, why wouldn’t I use them?
Unfortunately, a large number of pets are euthanized or die at a veterinarian’s office. The vet clinic usually only allow for once a week or once every two weeks for removal to the crematorium. Pets at Peace provides personal, immediate attention for your pet. We arrive at your home or veterinarian’s clinic and transfer to the crematorium the same day.
What size urn do you need for your pet?
One cubic inch of urn per pound of your pet.
Hours of Operation
We are available 24 hours/7 days a week. Pet transfer hours are from 9am to 6pm, 7 days a week.
