Last Updated: May 14, 2026


I. Craftsmanship & Materials

1. What's the difference between underglaze and overglaze?

 

Underglaze

Overglaze

Process

Painted on raw clay, fired at 1280°C

Painted on finished porcelain, fired at 700–800°C

Visual

Soft, subtle, translucent, "under glass"

Vibrant, rich, layered, decorative

Touch

Completely smooth, no texture

Slightly raised, "painted on" texture

Durability

Scratch-resistant, never fades

May wear with heavy friction, but colors never fade

Usage

Dishwasher & microwave safe

Dishwasher & microwave safe, but avoid abrasion

Underglaze is safest for daily use; overglaze colors never fade.

Usage Tips:

  • Underglaze Series (Custom Dog, Hand-Painted Cat, Small Pet, Angel, etc.): Safe for dishwasher and microwave. The glaze surface is solid and durable.
  • Overglaze Series (Photo Pet Memorial Urn): Safe for dishwasher and microwave, but avoid scrubbing with hard objects to maintain the best appearance.

2. Are you hand-painted or photo-based?

 

Series

Method

Technique

Photo Pet Memorial Urn

Customized from your photo

Overglaze

All Other Series (Angel, Custom Dog, Hand-Painted Cat, Hand-Painted Small Pet, etc.)

Pure artisan hand-painted creation

Underglaze, 1280°C high-fire

Except for Photo Pet Memorial Urn (customized from your photo), all products are 100% hand-painted by artisans with 30+ years of experience.


3. How do you create your artwork?

15-Day Journey of Craftsmanship:

 

Day

Step

Description

1–2

Clay

Hand-shaping the clay

3

Shape

Perfecting curves to 0.5mm precision

5–6

First Fire

First transformation at 800°C

7

Sanding

Hand sanding for smoothness

8–9

Paint

Artist captures your pet's spirit

9–12

Your OK

We send photo for your approval

10

Glaze

Protective glaze applied

11

Drying & Loading

Natural drying, loaded into kiln for final firing

12–14

Final Fire

12-hour high-fire at 1280°C

15–16

Ship

3-step inspection, packed with care

Home

Safely arrive at your home

Total: 15–20 business days


II. Product Range

4. Can I memorialize other pets besides cats and dogs?

Absolutely!

We create memorials for many kinds of pets:

 

Category

Animals

Small Pets

Rabbit, Hamster, Chinchilla, Guinea Pig

Exotic

Snake, Bearded Dragon, Gecko, Sugar Glider

Birds

Parrot, Cockatiel, Budgie, Macaw

Aquatic

Goldfish, Betta, Turtle

Others

Hedgehog, etc.

Send us your pet's photo, we'll create their perfect memorial moment.


5. Can I add my favorite elements?

Of course!

  • We provide popular design elements (flowers, flags, scarves, collars, clothes, etc.)
  • Or send photos of elements you love
  • Tell us clearly for a more satisfying memorial

Clearer communication, better result.


III. Customization & Refund Policy

6. What if I don't like the hand-painted preview?

We strictly paint according to the photos and custom requirements you provide. If you have special customization needs (such as specific poses, expressions, background elements), please tell us in detail when placing the order.

Revision & Refund Process:

 

Stage

Situation

Solution

At Order

Tell special requirements

Artisan paints per your request

After Hand-Paint (Before Final Fire)

Satisfied with preview

Glaze, fire, ship immediately (The earlier you confirm, the faster we produce. If we don't receive your confirmation within 72 hours, we will proceed by default)

After Hand-Paint (Before Final Fire)

Need adjustments

One free revision (Requires repainting, timeline will be extended)

After Hand-Paint (Before Final Fire)

Still not satisfied (after revision)

50% refund (Material and labor costs incurred will be deducted)

After Final Fire

Already fired

Non-refundable (Custom items cannot be resold)

Important:

  • Our artisans have 30+ years of experience and will do their best to capture your pet's spirit
  • Revisions will extend delivery time (Each revision adds 3–7 days)
  • To avoid delays, please communicate clearly upfront
  • Photo quality directly affects painting results. We recommend providing clear, well-lit, front-facing photos

7. Can I receive my memorial faster?

 

Option

Timeline

Cost

Standard Production

15–20 days

Included

Standard Shipping (US)

10–15 days

Free

Express Shipping (US)

6–10 days

Additional feeotherwise $28

Production time cannot be shortened (8 sequential steps required for quality), but express shipping is available.


IV. Size Guide

8. What size urn is right for my pet?

Based on our years of experience, we recommend leaving some space inside each urn — don't fill it too full. This shows respect for your pet and makes future placement easier. Generally, we suggest reserving 10–15% of space.

Pet weight refers to the weight at time of passing.

Product

Size

Pet Weight

Dimensions

Capacity

Angel Memorial Pet Urn (Hand-Painted Underglaze)

S

Up to 25 lbs / 11 kg

3.9" × 8.7"

16.9 fl oz / 500 ml

M

Up to 45 lbs / 20 kg

4.3" × 9.1"

23.7 fl oz / 700 ml

L

Up to 85 lbs / 38 kg

5.1" × 9.8"

32.1 fl oz / 950 ml

Custom Dog Memorial Urn from Photo (Hand-Painted Underglaze)

S

Up to 30 lbs / 14 kg

3.9" × 7.1"

20.3 fl oz / 600 ml

M

Up to 50 lbs / 23 kg

4.3" × 7.9"

27.1 fl oz / 800 ml

L

Up to 90 lbs / 41 kg

4.7" × 8.7"

37.2 fl oz / 1100 ml

Custom Cat Memorial Urn from Photo (Hand-Painted Underglaze)

S

Up to 20 lbs / 9 kg

3.1" × 6.7"

16.9 fl oz / 500 ml

M

Up to 40 lbs / 18 kg

3.5" × 7.5"

22.0 fl oz / 650 ml

Custom Small Pet Memorial Urn (Hand-Painted Underglaze)

S

Up to 15 lbs / 7 kg

2.8" × 5.5"

8.5 fl oz / 250 ml

M

Up to 30 lbs / 14 kg

3.5" × 6.3"

16.9 fl oz / 500 ml

Not sure which size? Send us your pet's weight and breed for a recommendation.


V. Other FAQs

9. Can I request adding name or date?

Yes. We offer free hand-painted gold or silver name and date on the bottom or back. Please provide exact text when ordering.


10. Can I order before my pet passes?

Absolutely. Many customers order in advance for birthdays, holidays, or preparation. We paint from your current photos, with your approval before final firing.


11. How do you pack for safe shipping?

Triple protection: inner foam wrap + middle rigid box + outer reinforced carton. Full shipping insurance included; free remake if damaged in transit.


VI. Contact

📧 hello@pawcelain.com

Response within 24 hours

Still have questions? Email us anytime.