WHO WE ARE

a Utah company built around care.

Ascending Pets helps families after a pet's goodbye — with private cremation and keepsakes made by hand from your pet's print. If you're here from a clinic, you're in the right place. We'll match your order to your pet's care.

GOOGLE REVIEWS

what families tell us.

5.0 on Google · 315 reviews
  • “Super responsive, super caring, very gentle, made the loss easier and the work is beautiful.”

    Pouyan A.Google review
  • “…He took my call, late at night, he listened to me cry through the entire call and was so gentle with me and my broken heart. He made sure I knew what was happening with my sweet girl and never left me hanging throughout the entire process. …”

    Victor B.Google review
  • “…He came to our home to pick Biddy up, explained every step of the process clearly, and took wonderful care of him. Having both home pickup and home delivery meant we could focus on saying goodbye instead of worrying about logistics. …”

    Teri S.Google review
  • “…Taylor was so gentle and respectful with him, never rushed us, and constantly stayed in contact while Taz was in his care. … I'll never forget him offering if we wanted an important toy or blanket sent with Taz. …”

    Lacy B.Google review
  • “…I love how they gave us options for keepsakes for our Winnie. We got a ceramic print of her paw, … and a nice wooden box with her ashes and name on it. We also have a picture frame with her paw and nose print. …”

    Ireland M.Google review
  • “…Our pet was in a beautiful box with his name and date engraved on it, there was also a necklace with his paw print laser engraved and a wooden tag with his picture burned on it. …”

    Marianne M.Google review

OUR FOUNDER

“Death never happens when we want it to. Our goal is to be the ones who answer the phone and get you the help you need — especially when you don't think you'll be able to find it.”

— TAYLOR VANCE · FOUNDER

I started Ascending Pets because families deserve to know what happens after they say goodbye. We care for every pet locally, let you follow them through each step, and make it clear who is responsible for their care, whether you come to us directly or through your veterinarian. What started with me helping families one at a time has grown into a team working alongside pet owners and veterinary practices across Utah.

Close-up of a ceramic paw print keepsake, wrapped and ready to come home

THEIR PRINTS

Their own paw and nose prints. A lasting connection to your pet.

KEEPSAKE PACKAGES

One-of-a-kind prints. One-of-a-kind keepsakes.

Each one is made by hand in Utah from their digital print.

  • simple remembrance

    A print to keep.

    • Ceramic paw print
    • TruePaw digital file of the paw and nose prints

    $95

    SEE SIMPLE 
  • signature remembrance

    A print to hang, and keepsakes to share.

    • Ceramic paw print
    • Framed TruePaw print — 8×10 included
    • Ornament
    • TruePaw digital file

    $175

    SEE SIGNATURE 
  • heirloom remembrance

    Something to wear.

    • Ceramic paw print, ornament, digital file, and 5×7 framed print (8×10 +$10)
    • Gold necklace, silver necklace, or gold signet ring (sizes 5–9)

    $285

    SEE HEIRLOOM 

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

From your clinic. Into our care.

You’ve entrusted your pet to your veterinary team. Here’s what happens next.

  • Step 01

    we take it from here.

    We coordinate with your veterinary clinic to bring your pet into our care.

  • Step 02

    their prints. preserved.

    We carefully scan their paw and snout, preserving the little details that make each print uniquely theirs.

  • Step 03

    a keepsake. uniquely theirs.

    Choose a memorial item that feels right for you, made with your pet’s own prints, a favorite photo, or their ashes.

  • Step 04

    bringing them home.

    You’ll receive your memorial items at the same time as your pet’s ashes. Pick them up from our location in Lehi, or have us bring them to your home for an additional fee.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

what happens next.

  • Step 01

    you choose.

    Pick a package, and any keepsakes for others who loved them.

  • Step 02

    we make it.

    Each piece is made from their paw-and-snout print. Every engraving is checked by hand before it's made.

  • Step 03

    home.

    Ashes come home in about a week. Keepsakes come with them or soon after.

GOOGLE REVIEWS

what families tell us.

5.0 on Google · 315 reviews
  • “Taylor was so lovely on a difficult day! He was genuine, prompt, and gentle with our sweet Wallace. I would definitely recommend Ascending Pets.”

    Natalie B.Google review
  • “Super responsive, super caring, very gentle, made the loss easier and the work is beautiful.”

    Pouyan A.Google review
  • “Great after hours service incredibly compassionate staff - I highly recommend and appreciate this business in my time of need.”

    Wendy F.Google review

QUESTIONS

questions families ask.

  • when will my pet come home?

    Your pet's ashes come home in about a week. We set up pickup or delivery with you.

  • have you already scanned my pet's prints?

    Yes. We capture the unique details of your pet’s paw and nose prints to create a personal memorial.

  • is my keepsake checked before it's made?

    Yes. Every engraving is checked by hand before it's made.

  • how do I get my keepsakes?

    Porch delivery $59 · Hand-delivered at a time you choose $99 · Free pickup in Lehi · Delivery in northern Utah

  • what if I'm not sure what to choose?

    Email us at hello@ascendingpets.com — we'll help you choose.

  • when will my pet come home?

    Your pet's ashes come home in about a week. We set up pickup or delivery with you.

  • how are my pet’s prints preserved?

    We capture the unique details of your pet’s paw and nose prints to create a personal memorial.

  • is my keepsake checked before it's made?

    Yes. Every engraving is checked by hand before it's made.

  • how do I get my memorial items?

    You’ll receive your memorial items at the same time as your pet’s ashes. You can pick them up from our location in Lehi, or we can bring them to your home for an additional fee.

  • what if I'm not sure what to choose?

    Email us at hello@ascendingpets.com — we'll help you choose.

  • who is Ascending Pets?

    A Utah pet cremation and keepsakes company. We work with clinics and families so the goodbye is handled with care — and so you can keep something made from your pet's print.

  • do I need to call before I order?

    If you have a case link, you can choose keepsakes here. Questions: hello@ascendingpets.com.

you focus on the goodbye. we'll take care of the rest.