Dog Shaped Urns

What Are Dog Shaped Urns?

A dog shaped urn is a memorial vessel featuring a three-dimensional figurine sculpted to resemble a specific dog breed, mounted on a solid wood base that houses the ash compartment. Dog shaped urns for ashes serve as both a functional cremation container and a lifelike sculptural tribute to your dog. The figurines are hand-painted with detailed breed markings — coat coloring, ear shape, muzzle profile, body proportions, and stance are all carefully rendered to capture the appearance of your dog's breed. Many families choose dog shaped urns because the figurine creates an instantly recognizable memorial that looks like their dog.

Available Dog Breeds

Our dog shaped urns include figurines for over 200 breeds and color variations — the most comprehensive breed selection available anywhere. Popular dog figurine urns include Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, Beagle, Boxer, Dachshund, Poodle, Yorkshire Terrier, Shih Tzu, Bulldog, Rottweiler, Doberman, Great Dane, Chihuahua, Cocker Spaniel, Maltese, Pug, Dalmatian, Husky, Border Collie, Boston Terrier, and many more. Each breed is available in multiple coat color options — black, golden, chocolate, brindle, merle, red, white, and mixed patterns. The figurines capture each breed's distinctive silhouette, ear shape, muzzle, and stance so the memorial is immediately recognizable as your dog's breed. If you do not see your dog's exact breed or coloring, our personalized pet urns team can create a custom figurine matched to your dog's specific appearance.

Wood Bases and Personalization

Every dog shaped urn comes with a solid wood base available in maple, oak, or walnut. Maple offers a light, clean finish that brightens any display area. Oak has a classic medium-tone grain suited to traditional settings. Walnut provides a rich, dark finish. The base houses the ash compartment and is sized to hold the appropriate volume for the breed depicted — smaller bases for Chihuahuas and toy breeds, larger bases for Great Danes and Mastiffs. Each base can include an engraved brass nameplate with your dog's name, dates, and a short inscription. For engraving ideas, see our article on what to engrave on a pet urn.

Sizing for Dog Shaped Urns

Dog shaped urns are available in sizes spanning from small toy breeds to extra-large working breeds. The standard sizing rule of one cubic inch per pound of body weight applies to the ash compartment inside the wood base. A 10-pound Maltese needs roughly 10 to 15 cubic inches, while a 90-pound Labrador requires around 90 cubic inches. The figurine size scales proportionally with the base — larger breeds feature larger, more detailed sculptures. For a step-by-step sizing walkthrough, see our guide on how to choose the right pet urn. Families who want to divide ashes can pair a full-size dog shaped urn with a small urn for pet ashes for a second location.

Displaying a Dog Shaped Urn

Dog shaped urns make striking display pieces on mantels, shelves, and in dedicated memorial areas. The figurine is the centerpiece, so these urns work especially well in prominent locations where the sculpted likeness can be appreciated daily. Many families place a dog shaped urn alongside a framed photo and a favorite collar or toy to create a small memorial vignette. Many of our dog figurine urns come in finishes suitable for both indoor and sheltered outdoor placement. 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 and etiquette tips. For a complete overview of all memorial options, visit our complete guide to pet memorials.

Free Shipping on All Dog Shaped Urns

Every dog shaped urn at Memorials.com ships free within the continental United States. Each figurine is carefully packaged to protect hand-painted details and wood bases during transit, ensuring your memorial arrives in perfect condition. Expedited shipping is available if you need your urn sooner. If you have questions about breed availability, sizing, coat color options, or personalization, our customer service team is available by phone and email to help you find the right dog shaped urn for your beloved companion.