Pet Cremation - Minneapolis, Minnesota
Pet Cremation in Minneapolis, MN
The Twin Cities have two crematories that will return the ashes the same day: Pet Cremation Services of Minnesota charges $325 for a same-day private cremation of any pet up to 100 lbs, and Caring Paws in St. Paul does private cremation only, often the same day. Aqua Bridge in Golden Valley offers water cremation from $325.
Price Snapshot
Pet Cremation in Minneapolis typically runs $125 to $350 for a medium dog.
Private pet cremation (ashes returned): $325 to $350.
Communal pet cremation (ashes not returned): $125 to $200.
Prices last updated: October 2026.
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Our Recommended Providers in Minneapolis
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Pet Cremation Services of Minnesota
Best for Twin Cities families who want a private cremation the same day.
Typical range
$155 to $325
by service, 36 to 99 lbs
Pet Cremation Services of Minnesota publishes three options: a private same-day cremation at $325 for any pet up to 100 lbs, semi-private at $245 for 36 to 99 lbs ($195 under 35), with a physical barrier between pets, and simple communal cremation at $155 ($125 under 35).
One thing to know: It is closed on Sundays, and engraving the urn costs $75 more.
Caring Paws Pet Cremation
Best for Twin Cities families who want private cremation only, from a small local team.
Contact for pricing
Caring Paws in St. Paul, locally and family owned, does only private cremation, one pet at a time, often the same day, and answers questions 24 hours a day. It was started in 2020 by Jacob Stewart, after the death of the family cat of 17 years.
One thing to know: Its prices are no longer published, so call for a quote.
Aqua Bridge
Best for Minneapolis families who want water cremation with every price published.
Typical range
$200 to $350
by weight
Aqua Bridge in Golden Valley does private water cremation and publishes its prices: $325 up to 40 lbs, $350 for 41 to 75 lbs and $400 above, with the remains in a birch memorial box, or $200 to $250 if you do not want the remains returned.
One thing to know: Keepsakes such as a clay paw print ($25) and premium containers ($45) cost extra.
Questions Worth Answering Before You Call
How soon do you need the ashes? Pet Cremation Services and Caring Paws both offer same-day private cremation.
Do you want the ashes back? Simple communal cremation at Pet Cremation Services is $155 for 36 to 99 lbs, and semi-private, with a barrier between pets, $245. Private is $325 there and $350 at Aqua Bridge for 41 to 75 lbs.
Water or flame? Aqua Bridge does water cremation; Pet Cremation Services and Caring Paws cremate by flame.