What Is Pet Aquamation?

At L.E.A.S.H. Pet & Exotic Animal Mortuary, we know how deeply you love your pet — and how important it is to honor them with care, compassion, and dignity. 

Pet Aquamation, also known as alkaline hydrolysis or water cremation, is a gentle, eco-friendly alternative to traditional flame cremation.

Instead of using fire, Aquamation uses a natural process involving water, warmth, and a small amount of alkali to return your pet’s body to its most basic elements. The process mirrors what happens during natural decomposition, but in a clean, controlled, and accelerated environment. The result is pure, sterile ashes—just like traditional cremation—that can be returned to you in a keepsake urn.

Benefits of Pet Aquamation:

• 🌿 Eco-Friendly: Uses 90% less energy than flame cremation and produces no harmful emissions.
   
• 💧 Gentle Process: Respects the body with a water-based, low-heat method that’s soft and natural.
   
• 🐾 More Ash Returned: Families often receive 20-30% more ashes compared to flame cremation.
   
• 🕊️ Non-Toxic and Safe: No flames, smoke, or fossil fuels—just a clean, green farewell.
   

Pet Aquamation is especially meaningful for those who value environmental sustainability and seek a loving, respectful way to say goodbye. 

At L.E.A.S.H., we’re proud to offer this service in Phoenix and surrounding areas for all pets, from dogs and cats to birds, reptiles, and exotic animals.

We’re here to support you every step of the way with compassion, transparency, and care.

Scroll below to see our Pet Aquamation Packages.