Cat Shaped Urns

What Are Cat Shaped Urns?

A cat shaped urn is a memorial vessel featuring a three-dimensional figurine sculpted to resemble a specific cat breed, mounted on a solid wood base that houses the ash compartment. Unlike traditional vase or box-style urns, cat shaped urns for ashes serve as both a functional cremation container and a lifelike sculptural tribute. The figurines are hand-painted with detailed breed markings — coat coloring, eye color, facial features, and body proportions are all carefully rendered to capture the look of your cat's breed. These pieces also work as a cat statue urn for families who want a sculpted memorial without cremation remains inside.

Available Cat Breeds

Our cat shaped urns include figurines for dozens of popular breeds and color variations. Available cat figurine urn designs include Siamese, Persian, Maine Coon, Tabby, Calico, Orange Tabby, Black Shorthair, White Longhair, Angora, Himalayan, Russian Blue, Ragdoll, Tortoiseshell, Tuxedo, and many more. Each breed is sculpted with attention to the distinctive characteristics that make that breed recognizable — the Siamese's angular face and striking blue eyes, the Maine Coon's tufted ears and bushy tail, the Tabby's classic striped coat pattern, the Persian's flat face and luxurious fur. Multiple coat color options are available for each breed so you can match your cat's specific coloring as closely as possible. If you do not see your cat's exact breed or coloring, our personalized pet urns team can create a custom piece matched to your cat's specific appearance.

Wood Bases and Personalization

Every cat shaped urn comes with a solid wood base available in maple, oak, or walnut. Maple provides a clean, light finish that works in modern settings. Oak offers a classic medium-tone grain. Walnut gives a rich, dark appearance suited to traditional décor. The base houses the ash compartment and is sized appropriately for the breed depicted. Each base can include an engraved brass nameplate with your cat's name, dates, and a short inscription. For engraving ideas, see our article on what to engrave on a pet urn.

Sizing for Cat Shaped Urns

Cat shaped urns are sized using the standard rule of one cubic inch per pound of body weight for the ash compartment inside the wood base. A typical 8-to-10-pound cat needs roughly 10 to 15 cubic inches, while larger breeds like the Maine Coon may require up to 20 cubic inches. The figurine size is proportional to the base — larger breeds feature slightly larger sculptures with more visible detail. For a step-by-step sizing walkthrough, see our guide on how to choose the right pet urn.

Cat Shaped Urns for Human Ashes

Many of our cat shaped urns are also available in sizes appropriate for human cremation remains. A cat shaped urn for human ashes is a popular choice for cat lovers who want their own memorial to reflect their lifelong bond with felines. These larger cat figurine urns use the same sculpted designs and wood bases but with expanded ash compartments. The same breed-specific options and personalization features apply.

Displaying a Cat Shaped Urn

Cat shaped urns make elegant display pieces on shelves, mantels, and bedside tables. The figurine is the focal point, so these urns work especially well in prominent locations where you can see them daily. Many figurines come in finishes suitable for both indoor and sheltered outdoor placement. You can pair a cat shaped urn with a small urn for pet ashes to share ashes among family members. For a photo-based tribute, browse our photo pet urns. Our article on how to display a pet urn at home offers additional placement ideas.

Free Shipping on All Cat Shaped Urns

Every cat shaped urn at Memorials.com ships free within the continental United States. Each figurine is carefully packaged to protect hand-painted details during transit. Expedited shipping is available if you need your urn sooner. For a broader overview of all cat memorial options, visit our complete guide to pet memorials.