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Let's talk about something that matters deeply but isn't exactly dinner conversation: choosing the perfect memorial for your soulmate. Here's your guide to making this important decision a bit easier.
Understanding Your Options
First things first, you need to consider your style (and your pet's, of course). Are you more of a classic, understated type, or do you prefer something a bit more out of the box)? Think about your home decor and personal taste when selecting the material, shape, and design of the urn.
Biodegradable Urns
- Tree/Seedling Urns: Transform your pet's memory into living nature
- Mycelium Urns: Eco-friendly options that can be displayed or returned to earth
- Paper Urns: Sustainable designs perfect for water or earth burial
- Felt: Soft, tactile memorials that add gentle presence to your home
Permanent Display Urns
- Ceramic: Handcrafted pieces that work indoors or outdoors
- Glass: Artistic designs that can incorporate ashes into the glass itself
- Metal: Modern, durable options for indoor or outdoor display (non-burial)
- Wood: Warm, natural pieces that bring comfort to any space
Practical Considerations
- Location: Where will the urn live? Indoor pieces have different requirements than outdoor ones. Some materials weather better than others. Think about whether you want to divide the ashes for multiple memorials.
- Timeline: Are you looking for a permanent memorial or planning for eventual burial or scattering? Different materials offer different possibilities. Also, look out to be able to open the urn easily once it is close in case you plan on scattering the ashes.
- Environment: Eco-conscious? Look for biodegradable options that give back to nature.
- Space: Consider the size of your space and how the urn will fit into your home's aesthetic.
- Personality: Choose something that reflects your pet's spirit - maybe a vibrant glass piece for your colorful companion, or a natural wood urn for your hiking buddy.
- Design: In case you want to display your pet’s ashes at home, ensure it will blend in or stand out from the rest of your decor. It’s up to you how you want to continue your relationship with your pet.
Size Matters
Size matters, folks! When it comes to pet urns, you want to make sure you choose the right size to accommodate your beloved pet's ashes. The last thing you want is to end up with an urn that's too small or too big (which would be less problematic).
General Requirements to Consider
Your pet was one-of-a-kind, and so are their ashes. Here's what you need to know about sizing:
- Urn sizes are measured in cubic inches or cubic meters, depending on your country
- While each pet is unique, there are helpful guidelines to estimate ash volume
- For large dog breeds, think about volume in terms of everyday items to better visualize the space needed such as water bottles
- You don't have to use all the ashes in one urn
- Factor in extra space if you plan to include you're pets collar or favorite toy
Size Table For Urns
Work with these measures as a guide, not strict rules. Your memorial can be as unique as your bond was. And remember - you've got options for how much you keep and where you keep it.
| Weight of Your Pet in Kilogram | Urn Volume in Liters |
| until 1 kg | max. 0,15 l |
| from 1 kg to 8 kg | max. 0,50 l |
| from 8 kg to 12 kg | max. 1,00 l |
| from 12 kg to 20 kg | max. 1,50 l |
| from 20 kg to 40 kg | max. 2,00 l |
| from 40 kg to 60 kg | max . 3,00 l |
| more than 60 kg | max. 4,00 l |
If you calculate your urn size in pounds and cubic inches the general guideline is that one pound of your pet's weight translates to roughly to at least one cubic inch of ashes. Below we've compiled examples for you, so you can better picture it.
| Weight of Your Pet in Pound | Urn Volume in Cubic Meter |
| until 1 lbs | around 1 cu in |
| from 1 lbs to 8 lbs | around 1 cu in to 8 cu in |
| from 8 lbs to 12 lbs | around 8 cu in to 12 cu in |
| from 12 lbs to 20 lbs | around 12 cu in to 20 cu in |
| from 20 lbs to 40 lbs | around 20 cu in to 40 cu in |
| from 40 lbs to 60 lbs | around 40 cu in to 60 cu in |
| more than 60 lbs | more than 60 cu in |
Keeping it Flexible
Consider these aspects if you don't put all you're pet's ashes in one urn. You can
- Choose a smaller, more decorative urn that fits your space
- Share ashes among family members
- Use different amounts for various memorial options (like tree planting or jewelry)
- Save some for future scattering
When selecting your urn, remember that what matters most isn't the volume it holds, but how it helps you maintain your connection with your beloved companion. Whether you choose to keep all or just a portion of the ashes, your memorial can be exactly what feels right for you.
Making It Personal
This isn't just about storing ashes - it's about creating a meaningful tribute. Consider options that let you:
- Display photos or personal items
- Include custom engravings or artwork
- Create a larger memorial space around the urn
- Transform the memorial over time (like planting a tree urn when you're ready)
The most important thing? Choose something that helps you maintain and transform your connection in a way that feels right to you. Whether that's a traditional ceramic piece or an innovative eco-friendly option, the perfect urn is one that honors your unique bond and helps your love story continue in a new way.
