Cremation Services

When a pet passes away, the days that follow can feel overwhelming. You are grieving, and at the same time you are faced with decisions you may never have had to make before. Having clear, compassionate options available can make all the difference for families across Cascade County, Sun River, Fort Shaw, and the surrounding communities. Knowing what to expect and who will be there to help can bring a measure of comfort during a deeply difficult time.

At Great Plains Veterinary Clinic, Dr. Jessica Johnson and our team believe your pet deserves the same care and respect after their passing that they received throughout their life. Cremation is one of many veterinary services we offer with that same commitment in mind. We care for every pet as if they were our own, and that extends to the aftercare decisions that follow. We are here to walk you through your options with patience, without pressure, and with the honesty you expect from the team that cared for your companion.

Cremation Options at Great Plains Veterinary Clinic

We offer two cremation options to accommodate the different wishes and needs of families in our community. Both are handled through our trusted partner, 406 Pet Crematory, whose team shares our commitment to compassionate, respectful aftercare for every pet in their care.

	Private Cremation	Communal Cremation
Ashes returned to family	Yes — in a memorial urn	No
Cremated individually	Yes	No — alongside other pets
Best for families who want to…	Keep a lasting remembrance at home	Dignified care without receiving remains

Our Cremation Partner

We partner with 406 Pet Crematory for all of our cremation services. Their team is aligned with our values: compassion, transparency, and a genuine respect for the animals and families in their care. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, veterinarians should treat a client’s pet the way they would treat their own when selecting aftercare providers, and that standard guides every partnership we maintain.

Memorial Keepsakes

Preserving a small, physical reminder of your pet is something many families find meaningful. Depending on your wishes, we can provide one or more of the following:

Clay Paw Print

A permanent clay impression of your pet’s paw. Available for $25.

Nose Print

A keepsake impression of your pet’s nose. No charge.

Fur Clipping

A small, preserved clipping of your pet’s fur. No charge.

Saved Whiskers

Whiskers carefully saved and preserved for you. No charge.

Please let our team know in advance if there is something special you would like us to preserve. We are happy to make sure it is handled thoughtfully and with care.

Cremation Pricing

We want families throughout Cascade County to be able to plan ahead with clear information. The table below showS current fees by cremation type and pet weight.

Private Cremation Fees

Our private cremation fees are based on your pet’s weight.

0 to 30 lbs$200

31 to 60 lbs$245

61 to 90 lbs$295

91 to 120 lbs$320

121+ lbs$410

Contact Our Team

Have Questions About Aftercare Options?

Our team at Great Plains Veterinary Clinic is here to walk you through every option with patience and care — no pressure, no rush.

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What Happens After Your Pet Is in Our Care

Once your pet is placed in our care, our team will respectfully prepare them for transportation to 406 Pet Crematory. We handle every step with the same care and attentiveness your pet received throughout their life.

Pet Placed in Our Care

Our team receives your pet and respectfully prepares them for transport.

Transport to 406 Pet Crematory

Your pet is transported to our partner crematory, which shares our standards for respectful aftercare.

Cremation Completed

Your pet is cremated according to your chosen option — privately or communally.

We Contact You

For private cremation, we reach out as soon as your pet’s ashes return to the clinic and are ready for pickup.

There is no obligation to decide immediately. We understand that grief is not on a schedule, and we will give you the space and the information you need to make the choice that feels right for your family. You can also review our frequently asked questions or browse our pet care guides for additional resources.

If Your Pet Passes Away at Home

If your pet passes away at home and you would like assistance with cremation and aftercare, please call our clinic. Our team can help explain your options and guide you through what to do next. You do not need to navigate these decisions alone. We are here to help you through the process from start to finish, and we will answer every question as many times as you need. When you are ready, you can also book an appointment or contact us directly.

Trust Great Plains Veterinary Clinic During This Difficult Time

Dr. Jessica Johnson, a 2017 graduate of the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, founded Great Plains Veterinary Clinic on a simple belief: kindness and excellent medicine go together. Our team has worked to build a clinic where pets are treated as individuals and where families are met with transparency and care at every step, including at the end of a pet’s life. We hold a perfect 5.0-star rating, the highest in the region, because we take that responsibility seriously.

Losing a pet is never easy, and no family in Cascade County, Sun River, Fort Shaw, Cascade, or Power should feel alone in that moment. If you have questions about our cremation services or want to talk through your options before making any decisions, we invite you to connect with our team through our online contact form. We are ready to help.

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