Coffin for rats, hamsters, guinea pigs and birds

A farewell that fits the bond you shared

When a small pet dies, the loss is real and it deserves to be treated that way. Whether it was a rat who greeted you every evening, a guinea pig your children helped to care for, or a bird whose song filled the room, this life mattered. A shoebox does not feel right. This casket does.

Suitable for small animals

This casket is designed for the burial or cremation of rats, hamsters, guinea pigs, birds and other small animals of comparable size. It arrives ready to use, with no assembly required.

Built to hold what matters

The casket is constructed from 1.7 mm E-flute corrugated cardboard, layered and built from wood pulp. That construction gives it genuine structural strength: it will not buckle or tear when lifted, even when children are helping to carry it. The white and brown finish is understated and dignified.

Material and construction

• Layered E-flute corrugated cardboard, 1.7 mm thick, made from wood pulp
• Carries up to 5 kg reliably when lifted and carried
• Fully biodegradable and safe for both burial and cremation

A moment children can be part of

Because the outside surface is cardboard, it can be personalised at home before the farewell. A child can draw on it, write a name, attach a photo or add a short message. That small act of decoration can mean a great deal. It gives children something to do with their feelings, and it turns the goodbye into something they were part of rather than something that simply happened to them. You might also place a small keepsake or a flower inside before closing the lid.

Ways to personalise the casket

• Draw or write directly onto the outer surface with pens or markers
• Attach a name, photo or short message to the lid
• Place a small memento or flower inside alongside your pet
• Let children decorate it themselves as part of saying goodbye

Sustainable and fully biodegradable

The casket is made entirely from wood pulp and breaks down naturally in the ground, leaving nothing harmful behind. At cremation, the cardboard burns cleanly and leaves no residue that could affect the ashes. If you are looking for a choice that is both environmentally responsible and respectful, this casket offers both.

Practical guidance on storage and use

Cardboard is sensitive to moisture, so keep the casket in a dry place until you are ready to use it. For a garden burial, it is best to bury your pet on the same day, so the casket retains its shape and strength throughout. For cremation, there is no timing restriction.

Burying a pet in the garden

If you would like to talk through the options or have any questions about this casket, we are happy to help at your own pace.