A Cat Cremation Urn for Ashes and Gentle Remembrance
Choosing a resting place for a cat's ashes can feel unexpectedly personal. The vessel needs to hold what remains physically, but it may also become part of the room, shelf, or bedside place where their presence is still felt.
The Pawcelain Cat Cremation Urn is shaped and hand-painted in Jingdezhen from the photographs you provide. Our artists study the face, eyes, markings, coat transitions, and expression that made your cat recognizable, then translate those details into a one-of-a-kind porcelain ceramic keepsake.
The finished piece can hold cremated remains in their sealed inner bag, a small amount of fur, a collar tag, or another keepsake that fits comfortably. Before the portrait becomes permanent in the final firing, you receive an artwork preview and one complimentary revision opportunity.
This is not a printed photograph, decal, or mass-produced breed urn. It is a handmade interpretation created for one cat and one family, with clear capacity information and a calm ordering process when decisions may already feel difficult.
What Is Included
- One handmade porcelain ceramic cat memorial urn in the selected size, style, and add-on;
- A hand-painted portrait based on the photographs supplied with the order;
- Optional name, dates, short message, or concise design notes;
- One artwork preview before final glazing and firing;
- One complimentary revision opportunity before final firing;
- Final inspection, layered protective packaging, and shipment tracking after dispatch.
Frames, flowers, candles, books, cremated remains, and other styling props shown in photographs are not included.
Product Highlights
- Made specifically for cat ashes or small remembrance keepsakes.
- Hand-painted from your cat's photographs, not a stock breed image.
- 500 ml and 650 ml written capacities with practical weight guidance.
- One artwork preview and one complimentary revision before final firing.
- Open-eye or closed-eye portrait styles.
- Optional name, dates, message, scarf, bow tie, outfit, flag, or approved custom detail.
- Waterproof ceramic body; clearly disclosed as not airtight.
- Handmade, glazed, and kiln-fired in Jingdezhen.
Personalization: Make the Memorial Recognizably Theirs
For this ashes-first page, personalization should support recognition without obscuring the vessel's purpose. Lead with the cat's face and coat, then add wording or one quiet painted element only when it carries real meaning.
Portrait Style
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Closed Eyes: a calm resting expression and the base style price;
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Open Eyes: painted from the eye shape and color visible in the reference photographs; currently +$10.
Optional Hand-Painted Add-On
- None;
- National Flag;
- Scarf;
- Bow Tie;
- Clothing / Outfit;
- Other Custom.
Non-None add-ons are currently +$15. These are painted ceramic details, not removable accessories. Contact support@pawcelain.com before ordering a complex Other Custom idea so feasibility can be confirmed.
Name, Dates, and Wording
Add a name, important dates, a short message, or concise design notes. Enter spelling, capitalization, and dates exactly as they should appear. If placement matters, identify the priority clearly rather than asking the artist to guess.
Photographs
Include one clear face photograph and, if possible, a second image that shows the truest coat color. If the crematory has already returned the ashes, confirm the dimensions of the sealed inner bag before choosing a size.
The recommended upload structure is:
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Main Portrait Photo - required: controls the face, expression, and primary angle;
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Detail Photo - optional: confirms markings, eye color, collar, accessory, or another small feature;
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Additional Angle - optional: confirms head shape, coat transitions, fur length, or body color.
Handmade Ceramic Craftsmanship in Jingdezhen
Jingdezhen has been associated with porcelain-making for more than a thousand years. Pawcelain uses this ceramic tradition because a memorial should carry the patience, weight, and visible attention of something made by hand.
Each urn may pass through up to 72 making steps, including clay preparation, shaping, drying, trimming, first firing, sanding, portrait painting, glazing, final firing, inspection, and packing. Ceramic pigments are painted onto the prepared form, then the approved piece is glazed and fired at around 1280 C so the artwork becomes part of the finished ceramic surface rather than a sticker or printed transfer.
Small variations in brushwork, glaze, surface, color, and form are natural signs of handmade work. They make each memorial one of a kind; they do not replace Pawcelain's responsibility to follow the approved portrait direction, wording, selected options, and quality standard.
Learn more about how Pawcelain memorials are made in Jingdezhen.
Size and Capacity
| Size |
Dimensions |
Capacity |
Product weight |
General pet-weight guidance |
Base price |
| S |
3.1 in W x 6.7 in H / 7.9 x 17 cm |
Approx. 500 ml |
0.45 kg |
Up to 25 lb / 11.3 kg |
$139.90 |
| M |
3.5 in W x 7.5 in H / 8.9 x 19 cm |
Approx. 650 ml |
0.60 kg |
Up to 35 lb / 15.9 kg |
$159.90 |
Capacity in milliliters is the primary specification. Pet-weight ranges are general guidance, not an absolute guarantee, because cremains volume and packaging vary. Ask the crematory for the dimensions of the returned sealed inner bag or container and choose a vessel with comfortable extra room.
Material, Closure, and Intended Use
| Specification |
Product fact |
| Material |
Handmade high-fired porcelain ceramic |
| Portrait method |
Hand-painted from customer-provided photographs |
| Form |
Lidded cat-shaped memorial urn |
| Surface |
Glazed ceramic with natural handmade variation |
| Water boundary |
Ceramic body is waterproof |
| Seal boundary |
Not completely airtight, vacuum sealed, or hermetically sealed |
| Intended use |
Cremated remains kept in their sealed inner bag, or small dry keepsakes |
How to Order
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Choose S or M. Use the written capacity and the crematory's returned-package dimensions when available.
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Choose Closed Eyes or Open Eyes. Select the expression that feels most familiar and support it with a clear photograph.
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Choose an add-on. Select None or one painted detail; confirm complex Other Custom ideas before ordering.
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Enter wording and upload photographs. Check every name and date before submission.
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Pawcelain reviews the order. If photographs or instructions conflict, we contact you rather than guessing.
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The portrait is painted by hand. The artist follows the approved reference priorities and selected details.
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Review the artwork preview. Reply within 72 hours when possible. One complimentary revision is included before final firing; consolidate important feedback into one clear response. A revision may add about 3-5 business days.
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Final firing, inspection, and shipping. After approval, the portrait can no longer be changed. The urn is glazed, kiln-fired, checked, packed, and dispatched with tracking.
Production, Shipping, and Delivery
Production Time
Custom production is approximately 15-20 business days before shipping. Kiln stages cannot be safely rushed. A revision may add approximately 3-5 business days.
Shipping Charges
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United States: free shipping on every product, with no order minimum;
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International destinations: free standard shipping when the merchandise subtotal is $80 USD or more;
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International orders below $80 USD: the available rate is shown at checkout.
Production time and carrier transit time are separate. Tracking is emailed after dispatch. Customs processing and carrier delays may extend international delivery, and duties or taxes may apply according to the destination.
Use the current Shipping Policy and checkout as the final operational authority.
Damage Protection
If the urn arrives damaged, contact support@pawcelain.com within 48 hours of delivery. Include the order number and clear photographs of the item, inner packaging, and outer package. Keep all packaging until the case is resolved. Confirmed transit damage is handled under Pawcelain's current damage-protection policy.
Changes, Cancellations, and Custom Returns
- One complimentary revision is included at the artwork-preview stage before final firing;
- Once production begins, custom-made items cannot be returned or exchanged;
- After final firing, portrait changes are no longer possible;
- Confirmed quality issues or transit damage remain subject to Pawcelain's current policies and applicable law.
Review the current Refund Policy before ordering or contact support@pawcelain.com with a time-sensitive question.
Care Instructions
- Keep the urn indoors on a stable, level surface away from edges and high-traffic areas;
- Lift from the body or base, not the lid, ears, or painted details;
- Dust with a soft dry cloth; if needed, use a soft slightly damp cloth and dry promptly;
- Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, bleach, or harsh chemicals;
- Do not place in a dishwasher, microwave, oven, freezer, or direct flame;
- Avoid soaking the lid or exposing the ceramic to sudden temperature changes;
- Keep ashes in their sealed inner bag because the urn is not airtight;
- Wrap the lid and body separately if the urn must be moved.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose the right capacity for my cat's ashes?
Use capacity in milliliters as the primary guide. Size S holds approximately 500 ml and Size M approximately 650 ml. Ask the crematory for the dimensions or volume of the returned sealed bag and leave comfortable extra room rather than forcing a tight fit. Pet-weight ranges are general guidance, not a guarantee.
Can I place ashes, fur, and a collar tag inside together?
Yes, if everything fits comfortably. Keep cremated remains in the sealed inner bag supplied by the crematory, then add only small, dry keepsakes that will not press against the lid or ceramic walls.
Is the cat cremation urn airtight?
No. The high-fired ceramic body is waterproof, but the lidded urn is not completely airtight, vacuum sealed, or hermetically sealed. Keeping ashes in their sealed inner bag provides added protection and easier future handling.
How accurate will the portrait be?
The artist studies face shape, eyes, expression, coat color, and markings from your photographs. The result is a handmade ceramic interpretation rather than a machine-identical copy. You receive a preview and one complimentary revision before final firing.
What if I only have an old or low-resolution photo?
Upload the clearest image available and add any supporting angles or written notes. Older photographs can still be meaningful references, but the artist will contact you if an essential feature cannot be read clearly enough to paint responsibly.
Can I choose open eyes or closed eyes?
Yes. Closed Eyes is the base style. Open Eyes is available for an additional $10 and should be supported by a clear photograph showing eye shape and color.
Can a name or dates be added?
Yes. Add a name, dates, a short message, or concise design notes. Enter spelling and dates exactly as they should appear and identify the preferred placement if it matters.
How long does a custom cat cremation urn take?
Production is approximately 15-20 business days before shipping. The artwork preview is generally sent during production, and a requested revision may add approximately 3-5 business days. Carrier transit time is separate.
What happens if the urn arrives damaged?
Contact support@pawcelain.com within 48 hours of delivery with the order number and clear photographs of the item, inner packaging, and outer package. After confirmation, Pawcelain will arrange the applicable free remake or replacement under the current policy.
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