WHAT IS CREMATION?
After losing your beloved pet, the next steps can be difficult to process. We offer cremation services and aim to eliminate the stress of losing a pet and having uncertainty with what the next steps consist of.
Cremation ensures that your pet’s remains will be with you for years to come.
The process begins with intense heat to transform your pet back to its basic elements. Cremation accomplishes in minutes what would take years to happen naturally. Next is a cool-down period before the cremation chamber can be opened. Once this step is complete, all remains are carefully removed and are further processed into a fine sand-like texture. After all steps are complete, remains are placed into an urn and returned to you.
OUR SERVICE PACKAGES
PRIVATE CREMATION
With our private cremation selection, your loved one is handled and cremated individually, and ashes are returned to you.
*home pick up available for $50 fee*
All prices are subject to applicable taxes (HST)
BASIC CREMATION
Our basic cremation selection follows the pricing by size below; please note for this selection the ashes are not returned.
*home pick up available for $50 fee*
All prices are subject to applicable taxes (HST)
THE HAZELWOOD COMMITMENT
At Hazelwood we are committed to providing compassionate services as we assist our clients while they navigate through grieving the loss of their beloved pets. We fulfill our clients wishes to honour their loved ones and commemorate the life and bond they shared over the course of their time together.
WHY HAZELWOOD?
Other pet cremation services are transporting pets long distances (often over 8 hours) in unrefrigerated trucks to large, high-volume facilities. In these places, pets may be handled without the dignity or individual care they deserve. It's a reality few talk about, and even fewer question, until it's too late.
At Hazelwood Acres Pet Cremation, we believe your pet’s final journey should reflect the love and care they received every day of their life. That’s why we offer a local, compassionate alternative. We’re family-owned, just minutes away, and we treat every pet with the respect, tenderness, and dignity they deserve, always.
Whether you're pre-planning or experiencing a recent loss, know that you have a choice. Choose personal care over cold convenience.
Hazelwood Acres
Honoring the bond that never ends.
CONTACT US
Please fill out the form and we will be in touch regarding next steps.
FAQ’s
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Cremation is the process of reducing the body to bone particle and ash through the application of direct flame and intense heat. The organic matter is consumed and the remaining bone fragments are often referred to as “cremated remains”. These cremated remains are carefully placed in to an urn, or other container, to be returned to the family.
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We have implemented several checks and balances to ensure accuracy every step of the way during the time that your pet is in our care. A strict chain of custody is in place to ensure you receive your pet’s remains.
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Small items such as a plush toy, card, note or photo may accompany and remain with your pet for the cremation.
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Yes, they can. This option is frequently requested by families, siblings or co-owners of the pet. Please speak to your representative for details.
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We will contact you within a week to arrange to have your pet’s remains returned to you. If you have not heard from us within 7 days, please contact us.
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At Hazelwood, we are happy to accept cheque or cash when the remains are returned to you. Cheques can be made payable to Hazelwood Acres.
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Pick up is available within Thunder Bay for a flat fee of $50, surrounding areas may be subject to additional charges.
Please ensure your pet is well contained to ensure the dignity of the pet and the safety of the driver. -
Drop off and pick up location for remains is located at 101 Southern Ave (behind Quality Cleaners).