Pet aftercare and collection service

Grieving pet owners, plus vet clinics and animal shelters that need a dependable aftercare partner.

A collection fee plus a cremation or burial package priced above the crematorium's wholesale cost. Extras such as paw prints, urns and keepsakes add to each job. Vet clinic partnerships bring steady referrals.

• Compassion and calm communication
• Reliable and on call
• Comfortable handling animal remains respectfully
• Basic driving and organisation

• Rules on transporting and disposing of animal remains differ by province and municipality, so check before you start
• Burial on private land may be restricted, so check local bylaws and zoning
• Commercial general liability and vehicle insurance, including use of your vehicle for business
• A dedicated vehicle space and a cold storage freezer may be needed, and a home-based business licence may apply
• Emotionally demanding work with unpredictable call-outs, so plan time off and support for yourself
• Cremation mix-ups damage trust, so use a partner with clear tracking and individual cremation options

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on your vehicle setup, cold storage and the partner crematorium you work with. Costs vary with what you already have.

Estimates suggest monthly revenue typically around $1,500 to $7,500, depending on how many families and vet clinics you serve. Call-outs can be unpredictable and the work is emotionally demanding, so plan time off.

Check provincial and municipal rules on transporting and disposing of animal remains. Check local bylaws and zoning if burial on private land is involved. Also check commercial and vehicle insurance, cold storage needs, and whether a home-based business licence applies.