Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Pet Cremation and Burial Services in Gardena
Since 1948, Pet Haven Cemetery and Crematory has provided compassionate end-of-life care for pets and their families in Gardena, California. Our dedicated team offers personalized cremation, aquamation, and burial services designed to honor the unique bond between pets and their guardians. We operate a state-protected cemetery with over 30,000 pets resting in our grounds, ensuring perpetual care through an endowment fund. Our services include private cremation with strict identification protocols, biodegradable caskets, granite memorials, and advanced planning options for pet funerals. We maintain 24/7 access to our grounds for visitation and provide transportation assistance for pets at the time of passing.Our staff prioritizes transparency in processes, offering estimated cremation timelines and clear explanations of all available options. With decades of experience, we combine tradition with modern alternatives like aquamation, a water-based cremation process that returns pure remains to families. Our memorial products, including cedar chests and custom granite markers, cater to diverse preferences while maintaining the highest quality standards. We accommodate personal funeral officiants and provide refrigeration services to allow extended farewell periods. As California's trusted pet loss specialists, we focus on easing emotional burdens through professional guidance and respectful care.
Services
Pet cremation
Aquamation services
Pet burial
Memorial products
Advanced planning
Pet transportation
Cremation urns
Granite memorials
Casket selection
Endowment care
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- We've provided pet end-of-life services since 1948 with state-protected cemetery grounds
- Private cremation process with strict identification protocols ensures accurate remains return
- 24/7 cemetery access allows continuous visitation for grieving pet owners
- Aquamation alternative offers eco-friendly water-based cremation with pure remains
- Custom memorial products include granite markers and biodegradable caskets
Services
Pet Cremation
Our private pet cremation service ensures individual processing with strict identification protocols. Pets are cremated in order of arrival with refrigeration maintained until processing. Cremains are returned in standard urns with estimated completion timelines provided. We offer alternative urns and memorial products for personalized remembrance.
Aquamation Services
Aquamation uses alkaline hydrolysis to create pure, sand-like cremains without carbonized ash. This eco-friendly process preserves pets' essence while offering a gentle alternative to traditional cremation. Families receive remains in pristine condition with memorial options available for lasting remembrance.
Pet Burial
We provide full burial services with plot selection and scheduling assistance. Services include refrigeration for extended visitation, plot preparation, and companion burial options. Our state-protected cemetery ensures perpetual care with tiered burial slots for multiple pets in one space.
Memorial Products
Our memorial selection includes granite markers, cedar chests, and biodegradable caskets. All products use premium materials with customization options for personalization. Samples are available for viewing to help families choose appropriate remembrance items that match their preferences and budget.
Advanced Planning
We offer pre-arrangement services for pet funerals and memorials. This includes grave space selection, payment plans, and documentation to ease future arrangements. Advanced planning ensures families can focus on remembrance without logistical concerns during emotional times.
Questions
What should I do if my pet passes away on Sunday when the office is closed?
Wrap your pet in a blanket and keep them cool until bringing them Monday morning at 8:00 AM.
Do you offer funeral officiants for pet services?
We don't provide officiants but welcome you to bring your own for personalized ceremonies.
How are cremation prices determined?
Pricing depends on pet size and service type (burial, cremation, or combination).
What payment methods do you accept?
Cash for cremations; cash or credit cards for other services and products.
Is there any chance the cemetery will relocate?
Our state-protected property ensures permanent cemetery status with perpetual care funding.
How do you ensure I receive my pet's correct ashes?
Strict tagging and single cremation processes guarantee accurate remains identification and return.
