About us

Loyal Friends Pet Cremation Centre

 Welcome!

Loyal Friends Pet Cremation Centre LLC had its beginning in early 2011 when Brian Arterburn and three other friends were discussing ways to honor and memorialize their pets other than burying them. It was through their love and passion for pets they decided to offer pet cremation service to their local community. They began with a diesel fired mobile unit installed on a trailer. The business operated at three locations before settling at its current location in June 2012. As the business grew, it's owners, all with other careers brought on Brian's father, Ken, to help on a part time basis to meet with clients and make deliveries. Soon, Brian and Ken bought out the other partners. Ken being retired from 30 plus years with USDA Rural Development, with assistance from Brian (evenings and weekends) a local community bank executive officer, have grown the business that now serves all of southeast Kentucky with a service radius of approximately 125 miles. 

Saying goodbye is difficult

We understand that your pet is a special member of your family, and that saying goodbye is sad and difficult. Memories of them are a beautiful thing to keep close to your heart. Your pet deserves care in death just as it received in life. We are here to help you with this process, and to best memorialize your beloved friend.

OUR CATALOGUE

Serving Vets & Pet Owners

Serving veterinary clinics and pet owners, we hope our courteous attention will make this time of grief easier. We are available to assist you with making arrangements or pickups. Our centre is equipped to allow you to bring your pet to us directly if you lose them at home. Space is provided (if you choose) for you to lay your friend at our specially prepared "Bed of Honor" There you and your loved ones are allowed time alone with your departed friend before committing them for cremation. 


Our Centre has a large selection of Urns, Keepsakes, and Urn Vaults should you choose to bury the cremains. 



Should your pet be at a Veterinary Hospital you may consult with your Veterinarian for our service, and we will pick them up from their location, process and return the cremains to you or your Veterinarian for pick up. 

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FAQ

  • Is cremation expensive?

    • Private cremation begins at $150. Add an additional fee for jobs over 60lbs. 

    • Communal cremation $50. Add'l $1/lbs. over 50 lbs. 
    • In what type of receptacle is my pet returned? We have a variety of urns and keepsakes to put your pets cremains in. They are priced from $25 andup 
    • If I buy an urn or other item, can my purchase be personalized? Some urns can be engraved or a nameplate applied. Some can have ashes inserted. 
    • How do I know I'm getting my pet back? All private cremations are identified individually and kept separate until returned to you. 
    • Am I allowed to spend some time with my pet before cremation? Yes, before you commit them for cremation you and your loved ones are provided time alone to say your goodbye. 
    • Do crematories have to be licensed or certified in the state for pet cremation We are licensed by the State and have a Privelege License from local authorities. 
    • What do I do if my pet dies at home? Please do not hesitate to contact us anytime day or night. (606) 309-7411 or (606) 864 6086 to schedule a time for your pet to be picked up or bring it in. 

  • What areas do you serve?

    We proudly service all of central,eastern and South Eastern Kentucky being....

    • Pikeville, KY
    • London ,KY 
    • Lexington, KY
    • Monticello, KY
    • Corbin, KY
    • Williamsburg,KY
    • Manchester, KY
    • Barbourville, KY
    • Mt. Vernon, KY
    • Stanford, KY
    • Prestonsburg,KY 
    • McKee, KY
    • Middlesboro,KY 
    • Beattyville,KY