Honoring Your Beloved Pet
with Dignity & Compassion.
When the time comes to say goodbye, we are here to walk with you — gently, respectfully, and with the care your pet deserves.
Private cremation services starting at $150. Serving Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Norfolk & surrounding areas.
"Losing a beloved pet is one of the most profound losses a family can experience. At Cherish Pet Aftercare, we are here to walk with you through every step of this journey — with the same gentleness and respect we would give our own pets." — Cherish Pet Aftercare & Crisis Support Team
Saying goodbye is one of the hardest days you will ever have.
Your pet was not just a pet. They were part of the family and brought so much joy to your life. They were there through everything, and now the house feels too quiet.
Now you want someone who cares, someone who loves animals too and understands why this hurts so much. You want someone to help so you don't have to handle the hard parts alone.
At Cherish, you talk to real animal lovers who understand what today feels like — and help you make just the right decisions to honor your pet's life. One phone call and everything is handled, with care and kind guidance, from start to finish.
We treat your pet as our own.
Simple, Gentle, Step by Step
We offer two cremation options to suit every family's needs and wishes. Both are carried out with the same compassion, dignity, and respect.
Private Cremation
Your pet is cremated individually — just them, in a dedicated cremation. Their ashes are carefully collected and returned to you in a beautiful urn of your choosing. Ideal for families who wish to keep their pet's remains close.
- ✓ Ashes returned to you in an urn
- ✓ Full range of keepsakes available
- ✓ Starting at $150
Communal Cremation
Your pet is cremated together with other animals in a gentle, dignified ceremony. A compassionate and more affordable option for families who do not wish to have ashes returned. Your pet is always treated with the same love and care.
- ✓ Dignified, compassionate care
- ✓ Paw print & fur keepsakes available
- ✓ Call us for pricing
Reach Out to Our Team
Call us anytime — day or night. Our compassionate team will gently walk you through both options with no pressure and no rush.
We Come to You
If your pet passed at home, we offer caring, professional transportation throughout the Hampton Roads area — with full dignity.
Choose Your Service & Keepsakes
Select private or communal cremation. Private families choose from urns and the full keepsake collection. Communal families can still add paw prints or a lock of fur.
Your Pet Is Carefully Cremated
Every cremation is performed with the utmost care and respect. Each pet is individually identified and tracked from the moment they are in our care.
Final Care & Return
For private cremations, your pet's ashes are returned to you in the urn of your choosing. For communal cremations, remains are handled with continued dignity and care.
We're here for you — any time, any day.
Simple, Honest Pricing
Pricing is based on your pet's weight, so you always know what to expect. No hidden fees, ever.
Private Pet Cremation
Your pet, individually cremated. Always.
- Private, individual cremation — never with other animals
- Ashes carefully returned to you in a beautiful urn
- Every pet individually identified & tracked throughout
- Payment arranged before pickup or drop-off
- Pickup & delivery available: $25 each way (up to 30 miles)
- Pets 251 lbs. & up — call us for pricing
How Pricing Works
Cremation pricing is based on your pet's weight. Our range is $150 – $350 for most pets, with larger pets (251 lbs+) priced by quote.
Transportation is available for $25 each way within 30 miles. Call for distances beyond 30 miles.
After-hours and holiday pickups are available — additional rates apply. Call us to discuss your situation and we'll take care of everything.
Payment is arranged before animal pickup or drop-off. We accept all major payment methods.
An authorization for pet cremation is required before services begin. View the authorization here.
Keep Them Close, Always
Choose from a range of beautiful, personal keepsakes to celebrate the life of your beloved companion.
Handcrafted Urns
Beautiful, lasting urns to honor your pet's memory and keep them close — crafted with care and love.
Clay Paw Print
A permanent impression of your pet's paw, lovingly crafted as a lasting keepsake you'll treasure forever.
Ink Nose Print
A unique and deeply personal ink print — as one-of-a-kind as your pet was, and yours to keep always.
Lock of Fur
A gentle, intimate remembrance of your pet — their fur, preserved softly for you to hold onto forever.
Additional memorial products and urns are also available. Ask our team about all options.
Begin ArrangementsWhy Families Trust Cherish Pet
We don't just provide a service — we provide peace of mind during one of life's hardest moments.
Available 24/7
Loss doesn't keep business hours. Our caring team is here for you any time, day or night, without hesitation.
Hampton Roads Local
We serve Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, and surrounding communities.
Compassionate Care
Every member of our team treats your pet with the same love and respect we would give our very own.
We're Here
When You Need Us.
Whether your pet has just passed or you're planning ahead, our compassionate team is ready to help — with no pressure and no rush.
"Our goal is simple: to make sure you always know what to expect, so you can focus on what matters most — honoring the life of your beloved companion."
— Cherish Pet Aftercare & Crisis SupportHow Can We Help?
We'll respond with care and compassion. Your privacy is fully respected.
Families Who Trusted Us on Their Hardest Day
"I cannot say enough about how compassionate and caring the team at Cherish Pet was during such a heartbreaking time. They walked us through everything calmly and kindly. Our girl was treated with so much respect. I am so grateful we found them."
"We lost our dog Biscuit unexpectedly late on a Sunday night. I didn't know who to call. Cherish Pet answered, came out within the hour, and handled everything. They treated him like he was their own. I don't know what we would have done without them."
"The paw print and fur keepsakes are absolutely beautiful. Every time I look at them I feel close to my cat Lily again. From the first phone call to the moment her ashes were returned, every single person I spoke to was so warm and understanding. Truly a special team."
"I was so lost when we lost Max. A friend recommended Cherish Pet and I am forever thankful. They were patient, professional, and so incredibly kind. They answered every question without making me feel rushed. It meant more than I can express during the hardest week of my life."
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