Pet Aftercare That Treats Them Like Family

Southwest Missouri’s ONLY pet funeral home and certified crematory—here to guide you through every step with dignity and compassion.

My Vet Did WHAT?!?!?!?

Watch the Short Video Below To Learn

The Truth About Pet Cremation in SWMO

This Is How a SWMO Veterinarian Returned A Pet to Family Last Week (April 2025) UNACCEPTABLE!!!

No family should ever receive their beloved pet’s remains like this—in a trash bag, as if their life meant nothing. This heartbreaking image is not just disrespectful, it’s inhumane. A local veterinarian did this to a Southwest Missouri family just last week, and it’s exactly what we stand against. At our pet funeral home, we treat every animal with the dignity and care they deserve. Because to us, they’re not "just pets"—they're family, and they should be honored as such.

 How We’re Different

What We Offer

Cherished Pets

  • True Private Cremation (Guaranteed)

  • On-Site, Certified Pet Crematory

  • Funeral Director & Planning Expertise

  • Grief Support & Counseling Resources

  • Preplanning & Future Care Options

  • Memorialization Products & Keepsakes

  • Transparent, Human-Level Standards

Most Providers

X True Private Cremation (Guaranteed)

X On-Site, Certified Pet Crematory
X Funeral Director & Planning Expertise
X Grief Support & Counseling Resources
X Preplanning & Future Care Options
X Memorialization Products & Keepsakes
X Transparent, Human-Level Standards

 How We’re Different

What We Offer

  • True Private Cremation (Guaranteed)

  • On-Site, Certified Pet Crematory

  • Funeral Director & Planning Expertise

  • Grief Support & Counseling Resources

  • Preplanning & Future Care Options

  • Memorialization Products & Keepsakes

  • Transparent, Human-Level Standards

Cherished Pets

Most Providers

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You’ve Found a Better Option

You may have been searching for a different provider—but what you’ve found here is something more. At Cherished Pets Funeral Home and Crematory, we don’t just care for animals—we honor them as beloved family. We offer true private cremation, a certified on-site crematory, and a level of dignity and transparency that other providers simply don’t match. And here’s what most people don’t realize:

There is no government oversight for pet cremation in Missouri. That means many providers cremate multiple animals at once —with no regulations. We choose to do better. Because your pet deserves better


"Everything we do at Cherished Pets Funeral Home

and Crematory is at the same standards of excellence as our sister location, Walnut Lawn

Funeral Home, Ltd. - DeGraffenreid-Wood Crematory."

~DR RUth Ann Wood- Humiston, Founder and Life Long Springfield resident

Third Party Providers That Veterinarian Offices Use For Cremation Can and Have Lost SWMO Families Pets

We Will Pick Up Your Furry Family Member From Wherever They Have Passed, and Show You Where They Are at All Times

Frequently Asked PET Funeral Home Questions

What types of pet burial services does Cherished Pets Funeral Home and Crematory offer?

We provide traditional burial services with a viewing, service, and graveside committal, as well as intimate graveside services.

Can I personalize the pet burial service?

Absolutely. We offer customizable ceremonies that include specific music, readings, floral arrangements, and specialty burial options such as family plots or memorial markers.

Does Cherished Pets Funeral Home and Crematory assist in choosing a pet burial location?

Yes, we partner with local pet cemeteries to help families select the right burial site for a pet.

Why should I choose Cherished Pets Funeral Home and Crematory for pet burial services?

With compassionate care, attention to detail, and decades of experience, we are trusted by families to provide dignified and respectful burial services.

What Makes Cherished Pets Funeral Home and CRematory Different from Others?

True Private Cremation — One Pet, One Chamber

Certified Crematory On-Site – Your Pet Never Leaves Our Care

Full Service Pet Funeral Home

Certified Pet Bereavement Counselors

State Licensed Funeral Directors and Preneed Counselors

Certified Pet Funeral Directors

Nationally Certified Crematory Operators

Office Fully Staffed During Regular Business Hours

Cremation Witnessing

Available 24/7

What to Expect with Cherished Pets Funeral Home and Crematory

Choose meaningful ways to honor their life

🕊️ Your pet is treated like a loved one—not a number

🔐 Your pet stays in our care at all times

📘 Get help navigating grief and family conversations

🤝 Expect clarity, honesty, and compassionate guidance

This is what pet aftercare should be, and it’s only at Cherished Pets Funeral Home and Crematory.

Call Cherished Pets Funeral Home and Crematory for IMMEDIATE SUPPORT

Download Our Free Pet Loss Planning Guide

We created a guide to help you understand your options and ask the right questions. Whether you choose us or not, this guide will help you feel prepared and confident in your decisions.

We invite you to visit our pet funeral home to see why so many families in Springfield trust us for compassionate care. Whether you need pet cremation services or help planning a memorial, we’re here to support you.

We’re Here—Now or Later

Whether you need us today or you’re preparing for someday, our team is here to help.

Call Cherished Pets Funeral Home and Crematory for IMMEDIATE SUPPORT

Hours

Available 24/7

Contact Us

2021 W Walnut Lawn St, Springfield, MO 65807, USA

Location:
2001 West Walnut Lawn Street, Springfield MO 65807

Call:
(417) 366-7387

Site:
https://www.cherishedpetsfuneralhome.com/

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