Pet burial in Melbourne
A resting place for your pet, and a place for you to visit
Pets E. Ternal is a dedicated pet cemetery in Narre Warren North, in Melbourne's south east. Your pet is laid to rest in their own plot in our lawn cemetery, marked with a granite or brass plaque, and you are welcome to come back whenever you like.
Why families choose burial
For many families, cremation does not feel right. They want their pet to rest in the earth, somewhere peaceful, and somewhere they can go back to. As one family told us, they wanted “a peaceful burial and a special place we could visit often.”
Our grounds are a gently sloping property surrounded by native trees and open skies, just under an hour from Melbourne's CBD. Families come to sit, bring flowers, and remember.
What happens, step by step
- Call or message us. Day or evening. We'll listen, answer your questions and explain every cost before anything is agreed.
- Bringing your pet to us. We can collect from your home or your vet, usually the same day, or you can bring your pet to us yourself.
- Choosing the place. We'll help you choose a plot. If you can, come and see the grounds first.
- The farewell. Your pet is wrapped in a soft shroud with a rose. A canopy and chairs are set up for your family, and you can take all the time you need.
- The plaque. A flat granite or brass plaque marks your pet's place, engraved with their name and your words.
- Coming back. Visit during daylight hours, as often as you like. We look after the grounds in between.
Caring for the grounds, and the annual fee
A burial plot has an annual maintenance fee. It is what keeps the lawns mown, the gardens tended and the whole place peaceful for every family who visits, year after year. We would rather be open about it than surprise you, so we explain the fee in writing before anything is agreed.
Prices depend on your pet's size, the plot and the plaque you choose. See how our pricing works, or ask us for the full price list.
Gentle on the land
Burials use natural wraps, and the plaques sit flat in the lawn, so the grounds stay open, green and calm. It feels like a garden, not a car park of headstones.
Thinking about the future?
If your pet is older or unwell, you can reserve a plot in advance, so there are no decisions to make on the hardest day.
Families who chose burial
- ★★★★★
“We buried our beloved little cat, Rocky... right from the start were compassionate and caring...”
Tasha, for Rocky · Google review
- ★★★★★
“...we did not want cremation; we wanted a peaceful burial and a special place we could visit often.”
Ibrahim, for Yaman · Google review
- ★★★★★
“Thank you Terry and Karen for giving our beloved Floyd a beautiful resting place.”
Nicky, for Floyd · Google review
Pet burial questions
Can my pet be buried at Pets E. Ternal?
Yes. We are a dedicated pet cemetery in Narre Warren North with a lawn cemetery for pets up to 40kg. Each pet has their own plot, marked with a flat granite or brass plaque.
Can we be there for the burial?
Yes, and most families are. Your pet is wrapped in a soft shroud with a rose, and the burial takes place under a canopy with chairs for your family. You can say goodbye in your own way and take your time.
Can we visit our pet's grave afterwards?
Yes. Families are welcome to visit the grounds during daylight hours. Many come back often to bring flowers and sit for a while.
Is there an ongoing fee for a burial plot?
Yes. Burial plots have an annual maintenance fee. It pays for the mowing, gardening and care that keep the grounds peaceful and beautiful for every family who visits. We explain it clearly, in writing, before anything is agreed.
Can I reserve a plot in advance?
Yes. Many families reserve a plot ahead of time, often for an older pet, so that when the day comes there are no decisions to make. You can also choose a plot beside a pet you have already laid to rest.
Is the burial environmentally friendly?
Yes. Burials use natural wraps, and the flat plaques sit in the lawn so the grounds stay open and green.
What size pets can you bury?
We can bury pets up to 40kg, from cats, rabbits and birds through to large dogs. If your pet is larger, please get in touch and we will talk it through with you.
Talk to us
Talk to us about a burial
Whether your pet has just passed, or you are quietly planning ahead, tell us a little and Terry or Karen will be in touch. There is no pressure and no obligation.
