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The Best Pet Cremation (Aquamation) Service

in Portland, OR

Trusted by 100,000+ Families

Best Rated on Google Maps
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The Best Pet Cremation (Aquamation) Service

in Portland, OR

700+ 5-Star Reviews

Losing my 13 year old lab was one of the hardest things I have ever gone through, but I am so grateful to Compassionate Care for making it as good of an experience as possible. From my very first phone call to them, through me scheduling and cancelling appointments, to the day it was needed, and to picking up sweet Charly's ashes, they were nothing but kind, helpful, and calming. I cannot recommend them enough. Thank you to everyone who I worked with, you made it so much easier.

Chantel Herbert (1 week ago)

700+ 5-Star Reviews

Private Pet Cremation or Communal Pet Cremation

We offer two options to fit your needs:

Private Cremation:

  • Your pet is cremated individually
  • Cremains are returned to you
  • You can choose a standard container or purchase an upgraded urn
Call (503) 379-1292 to Bring Your Pet to Us

Or Request Information Online

Communal Cremation:

    • A respectful and affordable option where pets are placed together
    • Cremains are not returned to you
    • Cremains will be respectfully scattered
Call (503) 379-1292 to Bring Your Pet to Us

Or Request Information Online

If you choose private cremation, your pet’s cremains will be returned in a biodegradable pressed fiber container made from sustainable mulberry bark. It includes a biodegradable inner bag, so it’s suitable for burial or safe to keep at home long-term.

Note: This is not a wooden box. Additional urn options are available here.

What Is Pet Aquamation?

Mimics Nature’s Decomposition Process

Aquamation (also known as alkaline hydrolysis, green, eco or water-based cremation) is a sustainable alternative to flame-based pet cremation.

Utilizing gently agitated water, a small amount of alkali, and controlled temperature, aquamation accelerates the natural decomposition process.

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Why Choose Compassionate Care for Pet Aquamation?

Compassionate Service Since 2009

Since 2009, we’ve served thousands of pet owners each year and have consistently earned an exceptional reputation as well as 5-star reviews across platforms like Google, Yelp, and more.

Our Own Pet Crematory in Portland

We operate our own pet crematory, so your pet remains in our care from start to finish. Our mission is to provide ease and comfort, we're committed to making this process as simple and gentle as possible for you and your pet,

The First Aquamation Provider in Portland, an Eco-Friendly Cremation Option

Staring 2015, we were the first in Portland to offer aquamation for pet cremation. Aquamation utilizes water, a small amount of alkali and gentle agitation to mimic natural decomposition. This process offers a natural, more gentle way to honor your pet.

Rooted in the Portland Community

We’re a proud Portland small business, deeply rooted in the community, and honored to provide exceptional care to local families.

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Two Ways to Schedule a Pet Cremation Service

We offer two options for pet cremation services:

After-Passing: Cremation Only

If your pet passed away at home or was euthanized by another veterinary provider, we can arrange cremation services. You can bring your pet to our crematory or schedule a home pickup for a fee.

Our team is here to answer all of your questions and provide the support you need.

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If you use our in-home pet euthanasia service, we will provide a cremation and transportation option to our facility. A care specialist will guide you through all the details during scheduling.

For Euthanasia:
Call Now: (503) 880-1172
Request information online.

What Our Customers Are Saying

700+ 5-Star Reviews on Google, Yelp, Facebook, and More.

The professional and caring team at Compassionate Care made a very sad circumstance better. They provided a peaceful end to our beloved Finn in our home. Beth P., DVM provided a sense of calm, dignity, respect, and efficiency....for which we are grateful. Joseph W. who collected Finn afterwards was equally caring and respectful.

Hopefully, you won't need their services any time soon, but when you do they're the ones to call.

Thomas Mannix

Enormous gratitude for Dr. Wong. She came in the night and was kind, gentle, and conscientious. Our beloved Dobby was always terrified of being handled by veterinarians...

Susan Remmers & Gillian Leichtling

We will never be able to give enough stars to this company. They accommodated us twice in moving our appointment to an earlier date and time, without any hesitation.

Greg Harris and Steve Kopkau

It’s been almost 24 hours since Jess departed, and I’ve already given your company’s name to several friends who will be facing that difficult decision in the months to come, and I will continue to sing your praises. His dog groomer and I have become good friends and I’ll be sure to give your card to her so she can pass it along to her many clients who will eventually need your services...

Janine K. Suarse

Serving Portland and Its Surrounding Areas

Please note that while we offer 24/7 in-home euthanasia, our cremation facility is not staffed around the clock.

You can schedule an appointment to bring your pet to us at 503.379.1292 or arrange for home pickup for an additional fee.

NE Portland:

4852 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR 97211

For euthanasia call 503 880 1172
For cremation call 503 379 1292
Pet cremation: BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, 7 days a week
Cremains pickup: 7 days a week from 8am to 5pm

Oregon City:

808 Molalla Ave. Oregon City, OR 97045

For euthanasia call 503 880 1172
For cremation call 503 379 1292

Pet Cremation and Cremains pickup (*Limited hours by appointment only)

Pet Cremation FAQs

What do I do if my pet has passed away at home and I need to arrange cremation?

If your pet has passed at home, you may make an appointment to bring your pet in to us for cremation at the crematory number 503.379.1292, or arrange home pick up for an additional fee.

If my pet passes away at home, how soon do I need to get it cremated?

Keep your pet’s body cool and dry, away from other animals and the elements. We recommend arranging cremation as soon as possible, but urgency is mostly dependent on the temperature in which the your pet would be stored (cold but not frozen is best) as well as size of pet.  The larger the pet, the more quickly the body will begin to degrade.

How do I decide between private and communal cremation?

Privately cremated pets are cremated individually, and their cremains are returned to you. Communally cremated pets are cremated in a group, and the cremains are not returned.

How long does cremation take?

We return cremains for privately cremated pets within 7-14 days after receipt at the crematory.

If I choose private cremation, when will my pet's cremains be ready for pick up?
We will notify you when your pet’s cremains are ready for pickup. Please refer here for more details on the pickup hours.
Are the aquamation cremains the same as flame cremation?

What’s left after the first step of both Aquamation and flame-cremation are bone, which are further processed to the finer cremains that are returned to the family.  Aquamated cremains are lighter in color , as they contain only calcium phosphate without carbon discoloration from burning. Aquamation also results in about 20% more cremains than flame-cremation since no bone is destroyed by incineration or lost during the process.

Are the aquamation cremains safe to handle?

Yes, aquamation cremains are 100% safe and free of pathogens or disease. They are rinsed with clean water and air-dried, making them safe to handle. They can also be safely scattered in the environment.

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Aquamation Options for All Creatures, Great and Small

We provide aquamation services for a variety of pets, including:

Dogs & Cats
Reptiles
Pocket Pets & Exotics
Other Small Animals

If you have questions about a specific pet, our team is here to help. Feel free to reach out for more information.

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