Alkaline hydrolysis or "aquamation" is a gentle process that uses water, temperature, pressure, and alkalinity (potassium hydroxide) to reduce the body to bones, which are then processed into ashes and returned to the family in an urn. Cremation does the same reduction using flame, however aquamation uses 1/8th of the energy.
Aquamation is now available in Washington State. The Co-op Funeral Home charges $1,400 for PMA members and $1,650 for nonmembers. Contact your nearest PMA Contracted Funeral Home to see if they are offering this service. If so, PMA members receive 15% off their price for the service.
Resting Waters Aquamation: Seattle's Pet Funeral Home is a provider of alkaline hydrolysis for pets. PMA Members receive 15% off of their services.
