Pet cremation in Bethalto

We understand how difficult this time can be. If you’ve lost a beloved dog, cat, or any pet, the animal cremation centers in Bethalto listed below are here to support you and help with your pet’s final journey.

Homeward Bound Pet Crematory & Cemetery

Homeward Bound Pet Crematory & Cemetery

Homeward Bound Pet Crematory & Cemetery in Bethalto, Illinois provides compassionate pet cremation services with a focus on making the difficult process easier for grieving pet owners. The facility offers personalized options including custom urns, paw prints, and memorial keepsakes to help families honor their beloved pets. The staff is known for their professional yet understanding approach, taking extra care to accommodate special requests and working with families of all ages during the arrangement process.

Bethalto
Illinois
24/7 Service
Paw prints
Private cremation

Filters

Tags

#Pick up at home

#Private cremation

#Paw prints

#Witness cremation available

#24/7 Service

Categories

Contact
© 2025 All rights reserved.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Cremation

1. How much does pet cremation cost?

The Average Cost of Pet Cremation Prices vary quite a bit depending on a few key factors — mostly your pet’s size, your location, and the type of cremation you choose. Here's a general idea of what you might expect:

Pet Size | Communal Cremation | Private Cremation
Small pets | $30–$70 | $80–$150
Cats & small dogs | $50–$100 | $100–$200
Medium to large dogs | $75–$150 | $200–$400+

Learn more about pet cremation costs in our article here.

2. Will I get my pet’s ashes back after cremation?

It depends on the type of cremation:

Private cremation – Yes, your pet is cremated alone and their ashes are returned to you.
Communal cremation – No, multiple pets are cremated together, so ashes aren’t returned.

Learn more about the options in our full article.

3. What to do when your pet dies at home?

Take a moment to say goodbye. Then contact a pet cremation provider or your vet. Choose between cremation (private or communal) or burial.
If pickup isn’t immediate, keep your pet in a cool, quiet place.
Notify microchip registries or caregivers, and allow yourself time to grieve.

Use our directory of pet cremation providers to find compassionate help near you.

Learn more about what to do in our full article.


Pet Cremation Centers in Popular Cities

Discover the best pet cremation near you! Click a city below to explore the top services.