Cremation is the preferred and most commonly chosen method of aftercare.
Cremation services are provided by Athens Pet Cremation, which is in partnership with Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes. Lord and Stephens has been serving the Athens area since 1989. For more information on all of their services, please click on the above link or call them at 706-765-8190.
There are two types of cremation:
INDIVIDUAL (PRIVATE): This option is chosen by most owners. Your pet will be cremated individually, and you will receive ashes in an urn. Prices below include a wooden urn (2 options), an ink paw print, and a hair clipping. If you choose a different urn, additional charges will apply. A clay paw print impression is also available for purchase as a keepsake.
Ashes can be picked up at one of the three area Lord and Stephens locations or returned via USPS Priority Mail for an additional fee.
CHARGES: Up to 25# is $200 26-50# is $225
51-100# is $250 >100# is $275
COMMUNAL: Your pet will be cremated together with other pets. No ashes are returned with this option.
CHARGE is $100, exclusive of the pet's weight.
If you choose home burial, please be aware that this option may be prohibited in your area. Please check with your local ordinances regarding their policies. Deceased Pet Care also offers burial services.