Pentland Hills · Victoria · Family-owned

Pet cremation, with your pet's ashes guaranteed to be theirs

A loving farewell for a cherished companion. We're a family-owned pet crematorium between Bacchus Marsh and Ballan, caring for pets across Melbourne's west, Ballarat, Melton and Werribee. Available for gentle guidance whenever you need us. Home & vet collection across the region

Family-OwnedYou'll speak with the family, not a call centre
One Pet, One Cremation Individual tracking ID from collection to return
All Sizes WelcomeFrom budgies and rabbits to the largest breeds
Honest PricingClear quotes, no hidden fees, never any pressure
What we offer

Our pet cremation services

Losing a pet is like losing a member of the family. We carry the practical weight during a painful time, so you can be with your grief instead of on hold to a call centre. Whether you're arranging dog cremation, cat cremation, or a farewell for a rabbit, guinea pig or bird, there's no wrong way to do this and no rush.

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Private (Individual) Cremation

Your companion is cremated entirely on their own. Not alongside other pets, not spaced apart in a shared chamber — on their own. Every pet is assigned an individual tracking ID the moment they come into our care, so the ashes returned to you are only ever theirs.

  • Strictly one pet, one cremation
  • Ashes returned in your chosen urn or scatter box
  • Personalised certificate of cremation
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Home & Vet Collection

We collect your pet directly from your home or your veterinary clinic, by appointment. They travel with us in soft blankets and baskets suited to their size, and they come home to you the same way.

  • Door-to-door collection & return
  • From your home or your vet clinic
  • Gentle, unhurried, and discreet
Our range

Pet cremation costs

Pricing is based on your pet's size and the options you choose, so we'll always give you a clear figure before anything happens. No hidden fees, and no one will push you toward a more expensive option while you're grieving.

Private (Individual) Cremation Typical weight Pricing
Small companions Under 10 kg Call for a quote
Medium pets 10–25 kg Call for a quote
Large pets 25–40 kg Call for a quote
Extra-large pets Over 40 kg Call for a quote
Other Services & Add-onsPricing
Home or vet collectionWithin service areaCall for a quote
Urns, keepsakes & jewellerySee Urns & MementosCall for a quote

For a caring, no-obligation quote, or for anything not listed here, call 0486 313 628 or send us a text.

Gentle and simple

How pet cremation works with us

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Reach Out

Call us during the day, or send a text whenever you need to — including overnight and on weekends. We'll listen, answer whatever you want to ask, and talk you through the options without pushing you toward any of them.

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Gentle Collection

We collect your pet from your home or your vet, or you're welcome to bring them to us by appointment. They're carried in blankets and baskets suited to their size.

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Dignified Cremation

Your pet is cremated on their own, tracked by their individual ID at every stage, so there is no question about whose ashes come home.

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Home Again

Your companion's ashes are returned in your chosen urn, with a certificate and a keepsake to remember them by.

Ways to remember

Urns & Mementos

A selection of the urns, keepsakes and memorial jewellery we offer to hold a lifetime of unconditional love. There's no hurry to choose — many families take their time, and some decide weeks later. Enquire any time and we'll help you find something that feels right.

Chetan pet urn in brushed pewter with gold paw prints

Chetan Urn — Pewter

A classic brushed-pewter urn finished with a trail of golden paw prints and a gently domed lid.

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Chetan pet urn in dark slate with silver paw prints

Chetan Urn — Slate

The Chetan design in a deep slate finish, its soft silver paw prints a quiet, dignified tribute.

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Heavenly Paws pet urn in pewter with a trail of gold paws

Heavenly Paws — Pewter

A softly polished pewter urn with golden paws stepping gently upward — a warm, timeless keepsake.

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Heavenly Paws pet urn in white with cut-out paw prints

Heavenly Paws — White

A pure white urn with delicate cut-out paw prints — bright and peaceful for a treasured friend.

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Heavenly Paws pet urn in deep blue with silver paw prints

Heavenly Paws — Blue

A serene deep-blue urn finished with silver paw prints — calm, elegant and full of heart.

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Rosewood timber memorial box with brass corner inlays and a glass lid

Timber Photo Box — Brass Edge

A rich rosewood box with brass-inlaid corners and a glass lid to display a favourite photograph.

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Timber photo urn with a framed front window holding a pet portrait

Timber Portrait Urn

A warm timber urn with a framed front window, holding your companion's ashes beside their portrait.

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Natural timber pet urn with a rich wood grain

Timber Pet Urn

A simple, sturdy natural-timber urn — beautifully understated, letting the grain speak for itself.

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Our story

A family-run pet crematorium in Pentland Hills

A gentle moment with a beloved pet

Nestled in the peaceful countryside of Pentland Hills, between Bacchus Marsh and Ballan, AAA Animal Crematorium is a family-owned and family-run pet memorial service. We were born from a deep love of animals, and from seeing how few places offered families honest, compassionate support during one of life's hardest moments.

From the smallest companion to the largest breed, we care for every animal with the same tenderness and respect we'd give our own. No family should have to face the loss of a pet feeling rushed, confused or overcharged.

“Our promise is simple: honesty, compassion, and a dignified farewell that every family can afford.”
DignityHonestyCompassionAffordabilityAll sizes welcome
The AAA promise

Why Families Trust Us

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Guaranteed Own Ashes

An individual tracking ID follows your pet from collection to return. One pet, one cremation, every time — so the ashes you receive are only ever theirs.

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Local and family-run

We're a family in Pentland Hills, not a national chain with a call centre. The person who answers your call is the person who cares for your pet.

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Honest and transparent

A clear quote before anything happens, no hidden fees, and no one will pressure you into a decision while you're grieving.

Good to know

Pet cremation questions, answered

With private (individual) cremation, your pet is cremated entirely on their own — never alongside another animal. Each pet is assigned an individual tracking ID from the moment they come into our care, and that ID is checked before the ashes are placed into your urn. The ashes you receive are guaranteed to be only theirs.

In a private (individual) cremation, one pet is cremated alone and their ashes come home to you. In a communal cremation, several pets are cremated together and the ashes cannot be separated afterwards, so nothing is returned. It's worth knowing that some providers use the word "individual" for a third arrangement, where several pets are placed apart within the same chamber. That is not what we do. At AAA, one pet means one cremation, every time.

Cost depends on your pet's size and the options you choose. Call or text us on 0486 313 628 and we'll give you a clear, no-obligation figure straight away — before anything is arranged and with no pressure to proceed.

Yes. We arrange gentle collection directly from your veterinary clinic or your home, by appointment. You're also welcome to bring your pet to us if that feels better.

For private cremations, ashes are typically ready within 1-3 days. We'll give you a clear timeframe when you first contact us and keep you updated throughout.

Dogs of every breed and size, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs and birds. Every pet is treated with the same care, and pricing is scaled gently to their size.

We collect from across Melbourne's west and central Victoria, including Bacchus Marsh, Melton, Ballan, Ballarat, Werribee, Sunbury and Gisborne. If you're not sure whether we reach you, call or text and we'll let you know.

Yes. To keep our facility a quiet, private place for grieving families, all visits, drop-offs and collections are by appointment. Call or text to arrange a time.

Loss doesn't keep to a schedule. Outside standard hours, send us a text with a few details and we'll respond as soon as we possibly can.

Take a moment — there's genuinely no rush, and it's alright to sit with them for a while. When you're ready, call or text us. We'll talk you through the next steps gently and take care of everything from there.

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